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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1966

Page

9

Jets Aim To Keep Unbeaten Run With Houston Clash

Jets quarterback Joe Namath leads an undefeated New York squad seeking a fourth straight win as they host the Oilers in Houston. Namath, celebrated for a five touchdown game earlier this season, faces a Houston defense keyed by George Blanda and receivers Charlie Frazier and Charley Hennigan. Meanwhile San Diego and Buffalo duel in another key AFL matchup as Kansas City and Denver also eye wins in a crowded American Football League landscape.

Gary Kale Joe Namath New York Jets Namath Jets Houston New York San Diego San Dieo Kansas City Bills Buffalo Oakland Denver Miami Boston Oilers Shea Stadium George Blanda Bianda Charlie Frazier Charley Hennigan Blanda Chargers Tce Chuck Allen Joe Volker Wray Carlton Carlton Dallas Chiefs Mike Garrett Bert Coan Raiders Bronco John McCormick Ray Malavasi Tobin Rote

Rams Take Charter to Contention in NFL Race

Los Angeles Rams under coach George Allen press a case as title contenders after a 4-1 start, yet scrutiny shows wins over weak opponents. Roman Gabriel leads a improving offense, while defense forces turnovers. Upcoming tests include Minnesota, Chicago, and Baltimore as the team seeks credibility in the league race.

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Bonavena to Oppose Amos Johnson in Buenos Aires Oct 22

Former Argentine heavyweight champ Oscar Ringo Bonavena will meet seventh ranked American heavyweight Amos Johnson in Buenos Aires on Oct. 22, an official announcement said Friday.

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Pete Pedro On Display At Hedges Stadium Clash

Pete Pedro headlines a South Boston showdown as the NEPFL rockets host the revitalized Chippewa club at Hedges stadium in a Family Night tilt. Sam Coppola anchors the Rockets aerial attack with 1,040 yards and 11 touchdowns on 75 of 134 passes, while South Boston fields a bolstered line and defense to slow Coppola and stop Ron Zola and Bill Strumke. The outcome could decide the league title as Jack Schneider supplies the potential deciding kicks after a strong showing against Portland.

Sam Coppola Connecticut Rocket New England Boston Mass Hedges Stadium Rocket Coppola Chippewas Columbia Jack Hamejburg Indiana Ron Zola Bill Strumke Needham South Boston Pete Pedro West Texas State Carr Pedro Pedro New Bedford Tom Carr Bates Boston Patriots Tufts Murdock MacDonald Brockton Zoia Hofstra Rocket Overland Jack Schneider Andrew Warde Schneider Portland Carlisle

Blades face Ducks in Elm City arena tonight

In New Haven the Blades, after a 3 6 showing vs Baltimore Clippers, defend their Eastern Hockey League spot against coach Jack Leclair’s Long Island Ducks at 8 pm in the New Haven Arena. Monette’s injury limited New Haven’s edge. box office opens at noon.

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Bass Shows Big Gear in Small Frame for Rams

Dick Bass, a 5-10, 198 pound Rams back, leads in rushing with 1,033 yards in 1962 and broke Deacon Dan Towler’s team yardage mark. He explains size is no barrier when following blockers and using low hits, embracing a fullback role while adapting to two-back systems and pass protection.

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Pro Grid State AMERICAN LEAGUE Day Baseball TV Schedule

Channel listings show New York at Houston San Diego at Buffalo Denver at Miami Oakland at Kansas City plus Washington at New York Detroit at Baltimore Green Bay at Chicago Los Angeles at Minnesota Philadelphia at Pittsburgh San Francisco at Atlanta with start times noted on Channel 4 2 3 and Channel 2 1 15 p.m.

New York Houston San Diego Buffalo Denver Miami Gakland Kansas City Dallas St. Louis Washington Detroit Baltimore Green Bay Chicago Los Angeles Minnesota Philadelphia Pittsburgh San Francisco Atlanta

High Scoring Harvard Meets Cornell Today

Harvard and Cornell clash in Cambridge as both teams chase the Ivy League title. Harvard, 3-0 with 109 points, hosts Cornell, averaging 26.7 points, in a key league game. Dartmouth and Yale also play as non league games fill the slate.

Harvard Cornell Associated Press Dartmouth The Crimson Cambridge Mass Lafayette Tufts Columbia Big Red Buffalo Colgate Penn Yale Indians Brown Bulldogs Princeton Bucknell Lions Brian Dowling

UConn Eyes First Win as Maine Test Looms

UConn seeks its first victory of the season in a Yankee Conference clash with Maine at Storrs. The Huskies have managed only six points in three games, aiming to spark a homecoming win before a 10 000 alumni crowd. Coach John Toner stresses the impact of a win on their conference standing.

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Rams adopt balanced attack with Ga briel at quarterback

The Rams shift toward a balanced offense as Roman Gabriel settles at quarterback and Tom Moore backs him at halfback. Dick Bass enters a record-accumulating phase at 29, aiming to diversify LA's scoring threat beyond The Scooter. He stresses the game continues beyond any single stat.

Rams Roman Gabriel Tom Moore Green Bay Packers Dick Bass

St Luke's Triumph Over Daycroft With Smith's Hat Trick

Richardson and Smith starred for St Luke's as Smith scored three goals and assisted once in a 4 1 win over Daycroft at the losers field. Smith netted two in the second period and one in the final period, with assists from Covell and Setlew and a direct penalty kick. Daycroft tied on a second period header from O Taylor and a first half Daycroft goal from a direct Smith penalty.

Greenwich Richardson Smith St. Luke’s Daycroft Brad Covell Phil Setlew Bob Sassian O. Taylor St. Luke's Alex Popovich John Versaille University of Bridgeport Bates College Seaside Park Purple Knights Colby College Popovich Alker Birson Versaille Paul Dieckmann UB Booters Bates Larry Lerner Knights Abe Reiss Jack Gay Tom Cikigit Birson Ken Kline

Bridgeport Faces Central Connecticut in TV-Looking clash

Underdog University of Bridgeport noses into a 1 30 p m kickoff at New Britain versus second ranked Central Connecticut. Bridgeport relies on multiple backs led by Stan Mosier and Fran Hutchins while CCSC counters with quarterback Skip Jutze and end Ted Klimasewski on defense.

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Ohio State's Aerials To Face Michigan St

Ohio State's aerials face Michigan State as No 1 Spartans 4-0 host the Buckeyes 1-2 in a Big Ten clash. Buckeyes rely on a mixed attack after weak rushing gains, with QB Bil Long completing 19 of 32.

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Skip Rochette Leads UB Past CCSC 23 18 in Close Win

UB Squires freshman quarterback Skip Rochette threw for three TDs and added a point after as Bridgeport beat Central Connecticut 23 18 on Wentfield. Rochette connected on 11 of 21 passes for 213 yards with two TDs to Darrick Warner and a 17 yard toss to Fred Pigeon.

Central Connecticut United Press International New England Blue Devils Springfield Montclair State Devils Kutztown State Glassboro State Bridgeport Trenton State Cortland State Rensselaer Poly Northeastern Knights Jutze Central John Mulligan Mulligan Bob Wille Bob Taylor Skip Rochette University of Bridgeport Wentfield Squires Southern Connecticut Rochette Fred Pigeon Joe Bartek Jed Harry Fargo Harold Brown Dave Peters Terry Spraker Dick Pacelle John Bell Spraker Bill Hickman Tim McDonald Alan Frazier Cesse Central Conn

Sacred Heart Kickers End Slide at Bard College

Sacred Heart University soccer travels to Bard College in Annandale on the Hudson to rebound from a two game skid. Bard beat Kings College 3 2 and lost to Union 4 3 and Hartwick 54, while Sacred Heart’s sole win came at Danbury State 2 1 with losses to Stonehill 3 0 St Peter’s 3 2 and Newark State 6 1.

Sacred Heart University Bard College Annandale Hudson N.Y Bard Kings College Union Hartwick Sacred Heart Danbury State Stonehill St. Peter's Newark State

JCC Opens Swim Practices and Team Tryouts

The Jewish Community Center reports that swimming practices have begun for the JCC varsity team. Practices run Monday through Thursday at 6 30 p.m. Eligibility is for center members aged eight to fourteen. Contact swim director Harvey Herer at the ICC for more details. Hazeltine anchors the middle of the defense as a veteran starter for three weeks. This marks the 16th football meeting between Bridgeport and Central Connecticut, with Bridgeport holding a 13 3 edge after prior ties. Central Connecticut beat the Knights 22 0 last year for the first win since 1956.

Jewish Community Center JCC Harvey Herer ICC Hazeltine Bridgeport Central Connecticut The Knights

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