Baytown Faces Final Four Test With Injury Woes
Baytown Ganders brace for a semifinal against Austin after top scorer Tom Brundrett shows appendicitis but is cleared for possible play. Quarterback Gerald Orton and back Jimmy Walmsley near full health, while defender Kevin Lounsberry remains questionable after an eye injury. Baytown seeks its first state semifinal win in Houston since 1945.
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Semifinal Duel May Be In Mud
Heavy rain in the Baytown Houston area threatens to delay the Austin Baytown semifinal described as a mud battle. Both teams have not played in mud this season, and conditions could alter the upcoming contest.
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Austin Baytown Grid Showdown Promises Offense vs Defense
Austin brings the state’s top offense and a heavyweight defense into a Houston clash with Baytown, holder of the best defensive record. The Ganders deploy 30 players per game, while Austin leans on a powerful line and star backs. Baytown’s Bob Stout, an unsung 170 pound fullback, anchors its ground game as both teams eye the playoff frame. Ted Dawson predicts Baytown victory. Baytown returns many players next year, while Austin graduates most of its starters.
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Austin-Gander Ducati on Sale for State Semifinal Game
Austin High will sell tickets for the Austin Baytown state semifinal in Houston Saturday. On sale Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. box seats 2.50 reserved 2 general 1 student . The game at Rice Stadium marks Austin and Baytown's third semifinal appearance since 1942 with prior results noted.
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Two Baytown Ends Shine as Class AA Pass Catchers
Baytown's Paul Parkinson and Mickey Pillow, tops among Class AA ends, have each snagged six touchdown passes this season. They pair with Baytown’s run oriented offense led by quarterbacks Gerald Orton and Gordon Kellogg, while Parkinson also blocks and earns All-District honors.
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