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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1973

Page

6

Columbus Ralston cagers in Apollo headliner

Apollo Conference coaches view Columbus and Ralston as title contenders in the Reven lant league with Friday's showdown a key test. Columbus, led by new coach Denny Bargen, brings experienced returners and a deliberate offense, while Ralston relies on seniors and a strong lineup to challenge for the title. The game marks a major early season matchup as both teams push for the Apollo and East Dig Ten races.

Rich Gaver Apollo Columbus Ralston Denny Bargen Thea CHS A. 149 Ad Rob Corn Topndell Tiny Lenske Tony Walters Postman Bargen Ube Cage Hargen Fias Digger Ralston Tralston Clu East Dig Fremont Heeam Abo Columbus High

Frank Brower Named Raider of the Week at PC

Frank Brower a 65 forward at Columbus High was named Malle College Raider of the Week by Coach Gene Torcum for his 20 point game against Yeak and clutch tying basket in Worthington. He is in the starting lineup tonight for the Raiders hosting Northeastern of Norfolk at 7:30 PM.

Frank Brower Malle College Gene Torcum Columbus High Yeak Worthington Brower Roidera Northeastern Norfolk Iece Bih Greg West Dan Hoyer Ed Sundvokd Will Ed Gogan Gal Northesstern Steve Fuse Bruce Thon Semmens Jesse Buronn Poiman John Vedannad Ates Alette

Swartz Wins Second Ring Bout at Elgin Smoker

Scott Swartz of the Columbus VEW Boxing Club wins his second ring bout this season in a close 170-pound decision over Arch Hobeson of Lincoln, Walthill. A third-round stoppage occurs after an inadvertent eye bump by Terry Kane of Wisner, referee Bill Engel halting the bout to prevent injury. Swartz earlier lost a close decision to Law Bailey Jr. of Omaha at the Elgin Smoker, with coach Bud Sackett optimistic about Swartz’s future as a District Golden Gloves contender if peak form is reached. Kim Sackett defeated Alas KXenshaw of Wisner in the 100 division, while no decision was issued in that bout. The VFW Club sent several boxers who did not receive bouts. matches are planned for Hastings on Dec. 6.

Bcott Swartz Columbus Vew Arch Hobeson Lincoln Walthill Bud Sackett Tat Sackett Op Parent Terry Kane Wisner Sackett Bill Engel Elgin Swartz Law Bailey Jr Omaha Law Bailey Scott

Trades and coaching moves roll through winter baseball meet

At the winter baseball meetings Mike Marshall moved from the Montreal Expos to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a blockbuster deal that sent Willie Davis to Montreal. Los Angeles also acquired Tommy Agee from St. Louis for Pete Richert. In other notes Mark Tanner was traded to Texas Rangers by Chicago White Sox, Luke Walker joined Detroit from Pittsburgh, and Boston saw Jimmy Connors win again in the Masters-type event. Fort Worth saw Jim Shotner hired as Texas Christian’s new head coach, Virginia hired Sonny Randle from East Carolina, and Georgia Tech’s Bill Fulcher stepped down with Pepper Rodgers set to take over at UCLA.

Houston Mike Marshall Montreal Texpos Los Angeles Dodgers Willie Davis Expos Tommy Agee St. Louis Cardinals Pete Richert Chicago White Sox Fort Worth Tex Jim Shotner San Franciscoers Texas Christian Billy Tohill Greenville Almo Sonny Randle East Carolina University University of Virginia Atlanta Bill Fulcher Georgia Tech UCLA Pepper Rodgers

Boulevard Bowling Scores Highlight Local League Meet

L Zulkoski tops Boulevard lanes with a 238 game and 2663 series as Palcenki posts 238 and 2663 in a busy statewide lane night. Other notable scores include Slo 600, Arnberger 627, Topil 201, Miller 615, Krumland 221, 217, and Zulkoski 203. Team performances feature Roba Car Wash with a 997 game and Deano's Diner a 2849 series, with Denny Van Winkle leading Nile Owls at 233 and BK6.

Palcenki Boulevard Lanes Ardean Slo Bob Arnberger Joe Topil Leon Miller Harold Krumland Doe Karpih Loren Wetten Chuck Filliot Jim Bernt Don Zulkeski Daryl Thicke Larry Harrington Jeery Hagge Randy Krumland Stan Gottschall Dowry Tomberger Bill Schucle Charlie Hook Doug West Keith Gottschall Dave Zulkoski Dick Paneldert John Zochall Roba Deano Nile Owls Denny van Winkle Gary Puckett Jake Ty Krumland Rich Morgan Roger Comey Bud Rhea

Platte faces Bismarck in Midwest Cage Classic clash

Platte College announces the third annual Midwest Cage Classic at Raider Fieldhouse December 19 20 and 21. Four teams play a round robin with trophies for championship runner up and third place based on win percentage. ajusted schedule features Platte hosting Bismarck Junior College and Willmar State Junior College.

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Switzer Earns Big Eight Coach of the Year Honor

Barry Switzer of Oklahoma, 35, named conference coach of the year after guiding the Sooners to a 10-0-4 season, Big Eight title, and a bowl bid despite probation and loss of quarterback Kerry Jackson. Jaynes of Kansas named offensive player of the year. Lucious Selmon of Oklahoma named defensive player of the year.

Switzer Jaynes Luc Selmon Kansas City Barry Switzer Oklahoma Sooners Big Fight Kerry Jackson Chuck Fairbanks Booners 2 @emember board Dom Fambrough Kansas Jayhawks Liberty Fowl North Carolina State Nebraska Lucious Selmon Selmon Hod Shoate Cleveland Vann Oklahoma State John Dutton Shoate Dave Jaynes Joe Washington Sooner Steve Davis Daynes Jayhateks Fambrough Bathinalees Switer Coaoh

Prep League Opens At Family V

Prep League action for the 1974-74 season opened recently with four games. Results include Pistons 15, Bogus 6, Knicks 21, Swartz 5, Bucks 12, Bullets 11, and several players such as Petersen, Weiler, Celts, Arment, Mancuso, and Milburn reaching scoring figures in a lively start.

Columbus Family Y Petersen Warmer Bosak Pistons Pehninit Weiler

Irwins 735 sets league record in Columbus action

Irwin blasted a 735 series in Metro League play at Columbus Howl, the highest league total in the establishment. He started 233 and 246 then a 286, topping the previous 731 record set last year by Hudy Galto. Team member You! Bears, Irvin led a 966 single and 2,602 trio as other players posted 223, 206, and 206.

Dima Irvin Columbus Irwin Hiis Hudy Galto You! Bears Irvin Ted Dave Ktnke Mark Boettcher Jim Ansim Mel Boltger

Jayhawks most surprising Buffs most disappointing 1972 Big Eight

Kansas Jayhawks emerged as the most surprising team of 1972 in the Big Eight with a narrow win over unbeaten Oklahoma, while Colorado Buffaloes disappointed the most, finishing last with a 66 record. Milly Waddy was named top freshman offensive player for Colorado, while Oklahoma State tackle Pat Dokes earned best freshman defensive honors.

Kansas City Kansas Jayhawks Colorado Buffaloes Jayhawks Oklahoma Kanysas Liberty Colorado Iowa State Bulfe Milly Waddy Oklahoma State Paitie Dokes

Lakeview hosts Osceola in junior Viking Gym Friday night

Lakeview High wrestling opens with Osceola Saturday night in the Viking Gymnasium with reserve matches at 7 pm. The 1973-74 squad features five starters led by Marlin Mohrman and Selsman with four freshmen. Lakeview also notes future tests against East Butler, David City Aquinas, Columbus, Fremont Bergan, and Wisner Inv. plus key veterans and two trainee mat maids assisting.

Jeff Deger Lakeview Marlin Mohrman Eugene Goering Lake High School Osceola Don Luschen Ted Hilger Doug Inselman P.m East Butler David City Rerandolph Loganview Wisner Albion Aquinas Schuyler Howells Columbus Reserves Fremont Bergan Arlington Husker Conf Lakeview High School Bce

Six Huskers named to All Academic Big Eight team

Six Nebraska players were named to the All Academic Big Eight football team. Colorado led with five selections. Oklahoma and Oklahoma State had four each. Honors reflect both on field play and classroom performance, with Doug Tarrant of Oklahoma State named honorary captain for a 4.00 GPA. Notable picks include Ken Saathoff and Tom Wolf among others representing Nebraska, Colorado, Oklahoma State, Missouri, and Kansas State.

Kansas City Nebraska Big Eight-Service Bureau Colorado Oklahoma Oklahoma State Doug Tarrant Tarrant Eile Ersey Anderson Ken Saathoff Kansas Tom Wolf Eddin Foster Chris Kirby Missouri Dan Anderon Bill McDonald Clyde Cruichmer Steve Grogan Kansas State Maury Dambkroger Ritch Bahe Tom Goodsen Low State

Marquette Routs Volunteers For Third Straight Win

The Marquette Warriors defeated Tennessee 67 to 45 in overtime, clinching their third consecutive victory. Lloyd Walton scored a layup and two free throws late in the extra period to seal the win for coach Al McGuire’s team.

Associated Press AL McGuire Tennessee Jay Meira McGuire Marquette Volunteers Lloyd Walton

Big Eight players pace season in key statistics

Kansas City AP report highlights Davis and Washington leading Big Eight in scoring and rushing. Jaynes of Kansas tops passing and total offense with 1,933 yards from scrimmage. Edwards leads receivers with 49 catches for 602 yards. Washington nears rushing crown with 1,173 yards on 178 attempts. Davis also tops scoring with 108 points.

Kansas City Dave Jaynes Emmett Edwards Kansas Joe Washington Steve Davis Oklahoma Jaynes Washington Edwards Davis Dave Huntly Steve Crogan Kansas State Davia Hamm State Tsaoc Dackson Dackson Mike Strachan Iowa State Delyin

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