The Game Preview: Ganders vs Sterling Friday Night
Ron Kramer praises Sterling as well coached and rugged on defense as Lee prepares for the Stallworth Stadium clash. He highlights Sterling linemen Todd Wallace Hargrove Smith Fourrier and backs Singleton Martin Dane while noting Lee’s stout defense led by McLendon Herrin Brown Moody Bender Chandler Hilzley Pillow Mills Sampson and Kime. Sterling holds three straight shutouts.
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Billy Herrin
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Gary Bender
Dwight Chandler
Mike Hilzley
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Scottie Mills
Howard Sampson
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Wayne
Mark James
Mills and Fourrier Preview Rangers Gander Showdown
Sterling players Scottie Mills and Lindy Fournier spoke after practice about Friday night’s game at Stallworth Stadium against Robert E. Lee. Mills praised Ranger defense and Ganders receivers while Fournier noted improved Sterling clutch play and the looming grudge match with Lee, plus the Maroons seeking revenge for last year’s loss.
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Lindy Fourrier
Stallworth Stadium
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Robert E. Lee
Lee
Ernest Salazar
Salvador Razo
David Walker
Ron Kramer
Nixon Good Foe For Longhorns In Cotton Bowl
Southwest Conference roundup previews Texas football with Texas Longhorns set for a Cotton Bowl bid on New Year’s Day. Discussions favor a Nixon matchup, while Texas Tech, Baylor, SMU, Rice, Houston, and TCU are noted in forthcoming games and implications for conference standings.
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Optimist Bowl slate sets junior and senior title clashes
Saturday night Goodfell Day Bowl action features the junior division final between the Braves and Ponies at 7 p.m. The senior division title game pits either the Eagles or Colts against the Hurricanes. SWC standings show Texas leading, with T-Tech and TCU close behind. games and schedules mark the tournament at Moria Stadium with gate prices of 1 dollar for adults and 50 cents for students.
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Ali Foster Heavyweight Fight On Sale In Houston
Muhammad Ali vs Bob Foster will be shown live on closed circuit TV in Astrohall. The bout telecast from Lake Tahoe will take place Tuesday November 21. Tickets cost 7 dollars for reserved seats and 5 dollars for general admission and go on sale Monday at the Astrodome.
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Walker named special hitting instructor for Cardinals
ST. LOUIS Harry Walker former Houston Astros manager is named special hitting instructor for the St. Louis Cardinals. He will work with major league players and Tulsa during spring training and as needed during the season. Devine announced a full redesign with Joe Medwick and Ken Boyer to work with AA and A personnel.
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Turbulent SWC Road Sparks Rivalry Echoes Across Texas
In a brisk Texas college scene, fans echo Muscle and school pride as teams from SMU Rice Texas Tech Texas A&M Baylor Houston TCU and Arkansas clash. Players rattle defenses with bold comments and heated exchanges signaling a tense run toward the SWC season.
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City Weightlifters Shine in Beaumont Open Tourney
Baytown Athletic Club lifters posted solid results as they competed all week. Darrell Sanllern took second in the 14 pound class with a first snatch of 138 pounds. Kurt Mannhen was second in the 163 pound class with 22 pounds in press 190 snatch and 250 clean and jerk. Kevin Warren finished sixth in the 165-pound class with a 335 total.
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Kurt Mannhen
Kevin Warren
Pruett Retires After World Championship Win in Alexandria
Baytown racer Rolland Pruett ends his speed boat career after clinching the Class F world title aboard the Miss Pam in Alexandria Louisiana. He credits his pit crew and family support for the victory while noting racing’s high costs and the sport’s evolving balance of speed and business.
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Buddy) McBride
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