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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1966

Page

9

Watch Out For Frogs Eye OSU Opener Respect

Ohio State coach Woody Hayes emphasizes caution as TCU brings speed and a strong defense to Columbus after impressing against Nebraska. Bill Mallory notes TCU's quick backs and skilled sophomores while OSU unveils John Kelley at guard and rotations across the backfield and receiving corps as the Buckeyes tune their passing game.

Columbus Ohio Texas Christian Ohio State TCU Buckeye Bill Mallory Esco Sarkkinen Horned Frogs Nebraska Mallory OSU Cleveland Browns Jim Shofner Shofner Buckeyes Paul Hudson Rudy Hubbard Gerry Ehrsam Bill Long Hayes Bucks

Browns Can't Let Letdown Hit Cards in Week Ahead

Browns coach Blanton Collier warned against any letdown for the upcoming game with the St. Louis Cardinals as Cleveland studies win chances after a narrow loss to Green Bay. Leroy Kelly and Ernie Green discuss momentum, noting the Packers game showed Browns’ ground attack and a need to focus on mistakes.

Collier Cleveland Browns St. Louis Cardinals Leroy Kelly Ernie Green Green Green Bay Kelly Browns Packers

Patterson and Cooper Set to Clash at Wembley Stadium

Floyd Patterson and Henry Cooper prepared for a Wembley Stadium showdown aiming to edge closer to a rematch with Cassius Clay. Both boxers eyed another shot at the world heavyweight title while Mildenberger watched from ringside as possible next foe.

London Floyd Patterson Henry Cooper Wembley Stadium Cassius Clay Germany Karl Mildenberger Clay Patterson Cooper Brian London

Ohio coach hails Purdue clash as guide for BC test

Ohio University coach Bill Hess says if his team plays like last Saturday the game against Boston College, ranked high in the East, can be even. Navy defeated Boston College 27 7 and Ohio notes BC’s size and a strong backfield but faults pass defense and backs. Hess praises sophomores Carmon LeLucca Houmard and notes Wanke out two weeks with rib injury.

Boston College Ohio University Bill Hess Hess East Navy Dave “Bucky” Wagner Ohio Purdue Wagner Ken Carmon Ron LeLucca Bob Houmard Joe Allen Jim Brown Athens Bill Biggs Elmer Wanke Cincinnati Greg McKenzie Wanke Phil Swindell

Bulldogs Praise Blocking in 36-0 Win Over Warren Local

Athens coach Don Eskey commended better execution and downfield blocking after the Bulldogs’ 36-0 victory. He highlighted strong running by Bill Brinkman and Mike Goodwin, solid defense, and noted minor injuries from the prior week. Goodwin leads with 119 yards on 15 carries, Brinkman has 102 yards on 14 carries, while Hummel and Repp contributed at quarterback. Athens prepares to open league play against Logan, the previous year’s top challenger.

Athens Don Eskey Bulldogs Warren Bill Brinkman Mike Goodwin Eskey Goodwin Brinkman Eric Hummel Lantz Repp Southeastern Ohio Athletic League Logan

Dan Topping Quits Yanks CBS Becomes Sole Owner

Dan Topping resigns as president and chairman of the Yankees as CBS moves to full control. CBS named Michael Burke to run the club and bought Topping’s 10 percent stake, leaving Dan Jr. fate unclear.

Dan Topping Yanks CBS

Yankees face uncertain GM future after Topping resignation

CBS may appoint an experienced baseball executive to replace Topping Jr. as Yankees general manager after Topping Sr. left. Lee MacPhail, former Orioles builder and Eckert aide, is named as a leading candidate, with CBS now sole owner after Webb and Topping divest.

Topping Jr Yankees Ralph Houk Topping Sr CBS Yankee Lee MacPhail William D. Eckert MacPhail Baltimore Orioles

Yankees executive Topping resigns citing personal decision

Columbia Broadcasting System Europe chief executive Topping announced his resignation at a board meeting saying his family lives in Florida and he has outside activities. He stated it is in the best interests of the Yankees and himself to leave now.

Columbia Broadcasting System Europe L.A London Topping Florida Yankees

Robinson Leads Triple Crown Bid as Orioles Top Angels

Frank Robinson drives in five runs with a homer and double to lift the Baltimore Orioles 11 9 over the California Angels. He leads the AL in home runs with 46 and RBIs with 112 while batting .311. The battle for the batting title centers between Robinson and Tony Oliva as Minnesota and Baltimore close the season in a four game series.

Associated Press Baltimore Frank Robinson Robinson Baltimore Orioles California Angels Harmon Killebrew Minnesota Boog Powell Killebrew Tony Oliva RBI Oliva New York Houston California

Weenie Weapon Fails as Pirates Tone Giants

The Green Weenie and Herman Frank fail to stop the Pirates who beat the Giants 6-1 in 11 innings. Roberto Clemente and Bob Bailey power Pittsburgh while Don Drysdale shines for the Dodgers in a separate win. Frank Robinson leads Baltimore with a 46th homer and a key two-run double.

Herman Frank Don Frank San Francisco Giants Pittsburgh Pirates San Francisco Giants Los Angeles Pirates Dodgers Philadelphia Don Drysdale Pirate Fox Herman Drysdale Dodger Willie Mays Pittsburgh Roberto Clemente Bob Bailey Frank Lin

Major League Leaders Highlight American and National Leaders

The report lists top players by batting, runs, hits, and power in both leagues. Frank Robinson leads AL batting in RBIs and home runs for Baltimore, while Brooks Robinson and Aparicio top several categories. In the NL, Alou and Aaron appear across multiple stats, with Koufax and Regan leading pitching figures.

Alou Pittsburgh Carty Atlanta Kans Aaron Clemente Rose Cincinnati Callison Philadelphia McCarver St. Louis Allen Alley Brock Jackson Houston Regan Los Angeles Marichal San Francisco Koufax Bunning

Spartans Top AP poll with tight margin over UCLA

Michigan State holds first in the initial 1965 season AP college football poll with 338 points and 12 first place votes, narrowly beating UCLA at 328 points and 13 first place votes. Alabama is third with 260 points. top ten also includes Nebraska, Southern Cal, Arkansas, Purdue, Notre Dame, Michigan, and Baylor as of Sept 17.

Associated Press Michigan State Spartans UCLA Alabama Louisiana Tech North Carolina State Bruins Pittsburgh Mich State Nebraska Southern Calif Arkansas Purdue Notre Dame Michigan Baylor

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