Pony Star Faces Santa Clara Next
Dallas reports Johnson has completed 33 of 44 passes for 754 yards and 17 yards per attempt, drawing praise as the SWC’s most accurate passer. Joel Hunt, Texas A&M great, notes Johnson hides intent with a quicker delivery and surprise throws, surpassing earlier legends.
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Robinson's Stars Top Red Sox 3-2 in Disch Field duel
The Austin Americans All-Stars defeated the Memphis Red Sox 5-2 at Disch Field. Robinson contributed a notable baserunning sequence and scored the tying run after Bankhead doubled and Campanella’s infield single. Bastock and others aided the comeback with key hits as Memphis managed a ninth inning tally.
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Syracuse drills in scrimmage as Buchsbaum shines
Syracuse spent over two hours scrimmaging in practice as Lee Buchsbaum displayed smart ball handling and decisive carries. The session featured fast movements with precise reads and steady ball control, highlighting Buchsbaum as a standout in the drill.
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Howard Payne Favored Over Pirates In Saturday Tilt
Howard Payne faced a battered but buoyant squad, tied with Abilene Christian and Hardin-Simmons, as it hosts the Texas flag race rival. The Pirates cope with multiple injuries, focus on blocking and tackling, and aim to rebound after a 10-7 loss to San Marcos two weeks earlier with standout placekicker Collings energizing the offense.
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SMU Gridders and Their Rituals Highlight Superstitions
Doak Walker in 1947 began a ritual of leaving his watch with Dr. Edwin Mouzon Jr. for safekeeping during games. SMU, undefeated in 1947, kept uniform colors and patched numerals, while players shared other rituals from shoes to helmets. Coach Matty Bell tolerated but did not encourage these superstitions as the Mustangs pursued wins in 1948.
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Rams Boast Top SNC Offense
San Angelo Rams lead the Southwestern Junior College Conference in rushing and passing based on five games reported. Kilgore, Schreiner, Paris, Lamar, Tyler, North Texas Agricultural College, John Tarleton and others follow with varied yardage, while Kilgore’s Bobby Dill tops scorers with 43 points and several players tie for second at 24.
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Wrigley Accepts Responsibility for Cubs Finish
Chicago owner Phil Wrigley said a clash of objectives between Charley Grimm and Jimmy Gallagher helped produce the Cubs’ cellar finish. He cited 1949 as the only operational change, appointing Red Smith as contact man for player deals.
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Lions Claim Right to Youel Before Trade to Eagles
Detroit reports indicate Jim Youel, previously tied to an NFL trade rumor with the Philadelphia Eagles, remains with Lions as they hold first bid due to last place standings. Lions spokesman notes Youel has prior NFL experience with the Redskins and Bruins, and adds Miklich of West Allis, Wisconsin, is involved in the club.
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1910 Baylor Lettermen to Back Baylor Eleven at Homecoming
Baylor honors 1910 football squad at homecoming as 13 of 18 living players will attend. Notables include captain Robinson and Rhodes Scholar Adams. Breakfast and lunch, pre game parade, and reunion events planned. team scored 217 points in 1910 season with a forfeit loss to Texas.
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Shrine-sponsored benefit game tied to coach Gustafson plan
The report notes a Shrine sponsor benefit game involving the Southern squad and coach Gustafson of the University of Miami was to invite him to tutor the team with possible inclusion of Herman Hickale. Ebright says the event won’t conflict with the Blue-Gray game in Montgomery, Alabama.
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