Keydets Hope for Best in Appalachian State Test
Virginia Military Institute seeks a third straight Southern Conference win as 4-0-0 VMI visits 3-3-0 Appalachian State. Barry Smith lauds improved confidence, while Kelly Raber and Floyd Allen pace VMI offense amid a defensive surge. Other area games feature William & Mary, Richmond, Virginia Tech, and more as schedule unfolds.
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Pitt Can Gain Revenge Today
Pitt Panthers, No.3, face Florida State, No.11, in a key clash at Pitt Stadium. Coach Sherrill notes momentum favors FSU after tough schedule and Archival injury worry surrounds quarterback Dan Marino as both teams aim to extend current runs.
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Leon Yost to Join Sports Hall of Fame at Bluefield College
TAZEWELL, Va. Leon Yost longtime Tazewell High School basketball coach will become a charter member of Bluefield College Sports Hall of Fame during homecoming on November 14. The 1966 Bluefield College recruit excelled as a Ramblin’ Red, later coaching and teaching in Tazewell for 12 years. Also inducted will be Tony Lotito Bob Sheffield Dan Grabeel and Rick French.
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Pumpkin Run Pipestem brings runners for 6.2 miles
The Pumpkin Run will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Pipestem State Park with co sponsors Bluefield Daily Telegraph Printing Co Pipestem State Park and the Southern West Virginia Road Runners Club. Registration opens at noon at the golf clubhouse. The entry is $6 with time splits water and first aid. T shirts for pre registered runners. Top male and female receive Silver Bowls. Distinctive awards go to top two in each division. A 1500 meter kids run starts at 1 p.m. Entry $1 with pumpkins for top 10 boys and girls. Lodging info via (304)466 1800. For details contact Kevin Hunter Race Director Box 192 Athens WV 24712.
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Drunk Arrest Ends Career at West Virginia Mountaineer
WVU student from Richmond resigns as the Mountaineer mascot after a public intoxication arrest in a dormitory. An alternate, Ed Cokeley, was appointed. Mergler posted a $70 bond and awaits case hearing. He apologized to the student body amid the incident and other occurrences.
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Fairmont State New Kingpin of Conference
Fairmont State has taken the lead in the West Virginia Conference after a 31-14 win over Concord, with unbeaten Shepherd also rising. Senior QB Luc Tousignant leads in passing and yards, while Concord, Glenville State, and others chase the Falcons as league play continues.
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Luck Injury Clouds West Virginia Tech Showdown
West Virginia coach Don Nehlen doubts quarterback Oliver Luck will play against Virginia Tech due to a severe ankle sprain. If Luck is out, freshman Kevin White and new backfield options could start, as Tech star Cyrus Lawrence headlines a powerful Hokies ground game. The matchup follows a tough schedule with Penn State looming.
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