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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1969

Page

18

Brainard named Prep of the Week leads Linn-Mar in hunt

Linn-Mar’s Paul Brainard tops scoring with 48 points in two games as the Lions prepare for a sectional opener against unbeaten Norway. Coach Nevin Roberts cites Brainard and Bill Jones's backcourt leadership while noting a young, improving lineup and strong defense.

Lions Nevin Roberts Paul Brainard The Gazette Marion Iowa City Regina Norway Linn-Mar Roberts Brainard Regals Bill Jones Jones C.r.marion Paul

Santa Clara Climbs to Second in AP Poll Behind UCLA

UCLA remains unanimously No 1 at 19 0 after routing Washington State 83 59. Santa Clara rises to second following a 72 47 win over San Francisco for its 21st straight victory. The AP top twenty reflects a wholesale reshuffle after 12 losses among ranking teams.

Santa Clara Broncos UCLA Associated Press San Francisco

South Carolina Climbs to No 11 in UPI Ratings

South Carolina, coached by Frank McGuire, rose to 11th in the UPI major college rankings after an upset win over North Carolina. The Gamecocks moved up from 18th last week behind a victory that underscored their rising national status.

New York UPI Frank McGuire St. John’s North Carolina South Carolina Gamecocks United Press International

Washington Carrithers Looms for Seven Iowa State Records

Cedar Rapids Washington star Dave Carrithers leads a list of Iowa prep swimmers poised to break state marks at the Iowa high school meet in Ames. Carrithers has bests in the 200 free and 400 free, with strong showing potential in the 100 backstroke, 100 breaststroke, and 400 free relay. Other leaders include Davenport West in the 400 free relay and Des Moines Lincoln’s Dirk Hanson in the 200 individual medley, as well as notable marks in the 200 medley relay and the 100 freestyle. The meet runs Friday and Saturday at Beyer Hall Pool, with Washington aiming for its sixth straight team title.

Iowa Beyer Hall Iowa State Ames Cedar Rapids Washington Dave Carrithers Carrither Robbie Cook Wash Carrithers Chris Wilson C.R C.R. Washington Jim Bell Jamie Halpin Dirk Hanson Des Moines Lincoln Hanson Davenport West Jane Mark Ted Krizan Daveye Steve Ermemeyer Robbie ¢ Cook Washint Des Moines Hoover Steve Spikes

Hirsch To Talk On Badger Post

Madison AP says Elroy Crazy Legs Hirsch, former UW football star and Rams executive, will appear Thursday before a screening committee seeking a successor to athletic director Ivan B. Williams. Five names are under consideration. Hirsch is the only one asked to appear in person.

Madison Wis Elroy Crazy Legs Hirsch Los Angeles Rams University of Wisconsin Ivan B. Williams Badger Fred Haberman

ISU Fresh Win In 2 Overtimes

Iowa State freshmen beat Missouri 92 83 in double overtime at Ames AP. Guard Gene Mack scored 30 points, Pat Melloy added 21, while Mike Griffin led Missouri with 24 and Steve Rea and Dick Brune each had 16. The game was tied 71 71 at regulation and 75 75 after the first extra period.

Steve Egger Dave Klaus Regis Egger Regina Oelwein Klaus Denny Schmuecker Marion Linn-Mar Anamosa Jefferson Jim Lockett Dubuque Davenport West Steve Voigt Ron Bentley Larry AMES Iowa State Missouri Gene Mack Pat Melloy Mike Griffin Steve Rea Dick Brune

Phillips Quits Coaching at Newman High in Mason City

Mason City native James Phillips resigns from coaching and teaching roles at Newman High School effective year end. He has coached wrestling football basketball cross country and golf since graduating from Loras College in 1963.

Gazette Mason City James Phillips Newman High School Phillips Newman Loras College

Iowa City JV Beats Jeff in 86 61 Basketball

Iowa City high school defeated Cedar Rapids Jefferson 86 to 61 in a junior varsity basketball game. Iowa City's Miller scored 24 points while Jefferson's John Houser added 21 points.

Iowa City Iowa City High Cedar Rapids Jefferson Miller Jeff John Houser Loussard J. Brisco Eiger Lee Rerser Pons

Peters wins recreation commission basketball skills contest

Kevin Peters totaled 110 points to capture the recreation commission basketball skills contest title at Van Buren School. Lanny Smith was second with 100 and Scott Pospisil finished third with 85 points.

Kevin Peters Recreation Commission van Buren School Lanny Smith Scott Pospisil

Eastern Iowa girls sectional round features Montezuma and Center Point

Montezuma and Center Point Tri Rivers standouts lead unbeaten teams through second round action in Eastern Iowa girls sectional play. Sacred Heart Monticello and Maquoketa Valley show solid wins as top teams eye semifinal bids and district advancement.

Montezuma Breezes Iowa Sacred Heart of Monticello Sacred Heart Springville Aimee

Sectional Girls Roundup From Alleman Ties and Upsets

Second round results from girls sectionals show Pleasnatville 83 Southeast Polk 78 and Manson 83 Albert City Ivesdale 5 with several nearby scores across Iowa. Notable clashes include Armstrand matchups and Eddyville versus Hinton as teams press toward state.

Alleman Pleansatville Southeast Polk Havetock-Plova Ales Tory Manson Albert City- Ivesdale Boarineantelle Lg Prigeeders Pontaleli I Raxsiete Entral Tade Earl Romprene PBR An Lau Lakot Armstrong Greethinger Audubonida Grove OIL Man Benton Amena Semco BLY A Ladersok Guste Artley Rerfrey Sanborn Hinton Remsen-Union Lawton-Bronson Pousy Maynard Wapsi Valtey Corn Cay Central Urkey Pmesapenss Winfeld Mt Union Morn Mediapolis Walnut Ghna Valley Malvern Argon Macedonia

Cedar Rapids Schools Add Girls Swim Gym

Cedar Rapids public high schools expand girls programs with competitive gymnastics and swimming this spring. Swimming begins Feb 24 with three triangular meets and state events set for March 22 in Iowa City and April 22 at a site to be announced. Coaches named for each school and sport.

Cedar Rapids Emil Klumpar Klumpar Iowa City Beulah Lane Dorie Dyal Jefferson High School Dave Brockway Sherry Meek Kennedy High Hal Krizan Ann Hale Washington Tom Novak Sharon Doolin Jefferson Steve Doty Betty Wittner Kennedy Russ Telecky Marilyn Lorenzen

World Cup and International Trophy Golf in Singapore

The 17th World Cup and International Trophy matches are set for October 2 to 5 at Singapore Island Country Club in Singapore. Pros from multiple nations compete for golf’s premier team event.

New York Singapore Island Country Club Singapore

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