Oilers Head for New York in AFL Showdown at Polo Grounds
Houston travels to face the New York Jets in a Sunday AFL clash set for 2 p.m. at the Polo Grounds. The Oilers seek scoring punch as George Blanda leads a squad seeking a win after a 12 record exposing injury woes. Jets hope to slow Houston’s high powered attack with Weeb Ewbank’s new lineup and a defense aimed at keeping Billy Cannon and teammates in check.
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Green Goblins stun South Houston opener in muddy start
Horace Mann slipped past South Houston 18-6 as Kenny Fenelon rushed for 140 yards on three carries with two long TD runs and a 60 yard setup. Jackson Junior High trounced Baytown 39-6, Galena Park blanked Highlands 22-0, and Southmore beat Cedar Bayou 12-0 in opening-night score spread.
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Bears Dominate Second Quarter In Cedar Bayou Clash
Cedar Bayou game recap notes Cedar Bayou opening reverse of 1962 with Southmore scoring on long first quarter and fourth quarter TD runs. Bears surged in the second quarter benefiting from decisive plays as the contest remained tense into the final stretch.
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Texas, Arkansas Open SWC Grid Wars Tonight
The Southwest Conference grid season begins with Texas defending its title at New Orleans against Tulane. Arkansas visits Oklahoma State in Little Rock while Texas Christian meets Texas Tech in Fort Worth. Louisiana State hosts Texas A&M in Baton Rouge as Frank Broyles aims to extend glory in a season opener marked by turnover and youth.
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