Wyatt May Be Cadillacking Way Back To Tennessee
The Arkansas Razorbacks coach Wyatt Bowden faces possible departure as Tennessee suitors circle. Arkansas fans fear losing the young coach after a strong start, with Wyatt's past move from Wyoming cited as context. Rumors say Tennessee would lure him back, aided by a $20,000 bonus and a Cadillac prize.
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Ike Could Help Navy Bring Color To Sugar Bowl Tilt
The Sugar Bowl eyes added appeal with Navy vs Mississippi as top attraction. President Eisenhower and Mamie invited as guests and supporters could boost color and interest, aiding football prestige in the East and offering a glimpse of a full Major Football schedule against strong competition.
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Wildcats Recall Bryant Exit Then Replacing Coach
Wildcat fans say they are glad Bryant left Kentucky and praise Blanton Collier who stepped in. Bryant's departure followed by 14 lettermen leaving and two All-Americans, while Collier, facing a tough schedule, posts a 7-3 record. Browns rumors rise as writers name Collier Coach of the Year possibilities.
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Lee Ganders To Host Stingarees In First Home Show
Lee Ganders open at home hosting Texas City's Stingarees in a 1954 55 season curtain raiser at Lee gym. Coach Frank James reshuffled the lineup after losses at the Beaumont Invitational and aims for a 2 2 start with guards Cameron Gaivs Leo Hechler and Tommy Parriy. Mitchell Singleton starts at center 6 3. The varsity game follows a 3 pm 6 15 B game between Slick Elis Gander Bees and the Stings.
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Baytown Goslins Narrow Win Over La Porte Pup Rebels
Baytown Junior High Goslins beat La Porte Junior High 57 51 at Baytown gym. Ronnie Faulkner scored 20 points to lead Baytown, with Buddy Sinclair tying for high for La Porte at 20. Baytown led 27 24 at halftime. Bullpups briefly led 37 30 in third. Coach Adams and Coach Kern plan Channelview rematch next.
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Keene Ramsey Lead Crosby Cage Win Over Tarkington Prairie
Sharp shooting by Richard Keene and Rog Ramsey propelled the Crosby Bulls to a 48-36 victory over Tarkington Prairie on Monday night. Keene scored 13 points as Crosby built a 20-11 halftime lead, with Ramsey adding seven and defensive work by Ramsey limiting Tarkington center Bud Allen to five points. The team improved to a second straight win, and Crosby faces Liberty next in a pre district contest.
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Baltimore Hosts 55 Major All Star Tilt
The 1956 All Star game is set for July 12 in Baltimore after AL owners granted Baltimore’s request. Newest league member Baltimore had sought the earliest possible date. Washington remains the site for the 1956 game.
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Naquin-Crumpler May Be Lost For Regional
Barbers Hill faces Magnolia in the regional class B title game at Conroe with injury concerns. All-district end Naquin and guard Crumpler were sidelined after knee and shoulder injuries, with Rice trainer Wojecki examined them in Houston. If unavailable, Donnie Myers and Guy Matthews would fill in as substitutes.
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Deer Park Aims for Hondo in Tough State Quarterfinal Clash
Deer Park faces undefeated Hondo in a high stakes state quarterfinal. Coach Travis Hughes drills a stout defense as Deer's offense prepares to counter Hondo’s fast back Monty Williams and 225-pound lineman Wilbur Lindeburg. Wallace is nursing an old knee injury with O’Neal ready to step in.
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Vols seek Wyatt as coaching target after infighting
Tennessee and The Citadel shelved coaches on Monday while Jim Tatum backers urged a move to North Carolina. Bowden Wyatt, Arkansas coach, tops Tennessee list with $15,000 salary plus $20,000 appreciation grant and car. Sauer eyed The Citadel. Michelosen to Pitt follows Dawson illness.
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Tulsa Cagers Dump Baylor Monday Night
Tulsa University center Dick Courter scored 25 points and grabbed nine rebounds in the late surge that carried Tulsa to a 60-43 win over Baylor. Bob Patterson led Baylor with 21 points while Murray Bailey had 20.
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Clyde V. Lee Resigns as Houston Cougar Coach
Clyde Vu. Lee resigns as head coach of the University of Houston Cougars effective immediately after a 5 1 season. Athletic Director Harry Fouke confirms the move stating Lee left of his own accord with no pressure. The Cougars finished 5 5 after a 19 7 win over Detroit.
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Jackson Junior High Tops Horace Mann In Opener
Freddie Caan led Jackson Junior High with 14 points to a 37-27 win over Horace Mann at Lee Gymnasium in the season opener. Horace Mann’s Bob Lloyd and Jackie Waldrip tied for high Mann scorer with seven points each. Mann’s Terry Dees added 13 points as the B team defeated Jackson 28-21.
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