Fifteen CHS seniors in finale Friday night
Fifteen Columbus Discoverers seniors close out their high school football careers at Memorial Stadium in Pawnee Park as they host Norfolk in a battle of three ranked teams. The Discoverers, once top ranked, have slumped since a 3-0 start, while Norfolk seeks the Apollo Conference title outright.
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Sooners Dominate Big Eight Team Stats Lead
Big Eight statistics show Oklahoma leading in four of eight categories as the Sooners boast 2,958 yards of total offense in six games at 193.0 per game and 215 points for a 35.0 scoring pace. Nebraska leads passing and total defense, Kansas passes, and Missouri holds scoring defense. Oklahoma State trails in several metrics.
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Osten-Ryba top bowlers at Columbus
Choria Osten bowled a 1B game and Jeanette Hyba tallied 47 for top saves in the Coffee Club League at Columbus Bowl. Dotkers led the team with 5 and 1,609 pin counts. Jewels League leaders include Ben Pensick 203 504, Dorothy Thurd 198 646, Garets 693 1,069. Cornhusker League was paced by Harry Carlson 224 game and 1 series, Lange 262 203, Miceck Construction 84 game 2,532 series.
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Huskers Set To Host Colorado In Key Conference Clash
Nebraska faces Colorado in a pivotal conference showdown as both teams chase a share of the standings. The Huskers boast strong defense and passing offense while Colorado struggles at times, signaling a tight battle with potential postseason implications.
Cage and mat meetings set for Nebraska November
Nebraska high schools begin pre season practice for basketball and wrestling as the NSA imposes mandatory rule meetings. Assistant Executive Feeretaty James Riley says all officials and head coaches must attend one meeting. players and fans may attend. Columbus Senior High hosts the basketball rules meeting November 14 at 7 30 p m, Norfolk High hosts a meeting on May, and Grand Island Senior High holds the wrestling rules meeting November 20 at 7 pm.
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Santo Gehrig award winner named for Cubs veteran
Santo, a Chicago Cubs third baseman, was chosen as the 1978 Gehrig Memorial Award recipient. Dayton Journal Herald sports editor Ritter Collett announced the selection as head of the award committee for the Theta sponsorship.
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Osborne expects Buffs to rely on ground game Saturday
The Associated Press reports Colorado coach Eddie Crowder plans a balanced attack while Nebraska eyes a strong secondary. Colorado quarterback Clyde Cuppzieln is noted as short to see receivers. Buffs aim to lift offense with return of fullback Matthews and linebacker Geiser. Kansas prep features Don Fambrough urging execution against Oklahoma State. Missouri pursues Bybee return as Butler heals, while defending against precise Tigers play.
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Centennial League bowling marks strong night at Boulevard Lanes
Centennial loop keglers posted big scores led by Stan Goltschall's 256, with WO series by John Jacobitz, Jerry Kroker, Gary Muth, and others. Deanes Diner topped team totals at 2,996 as Wodnesday Night Mix League leaders and multiple bowlers reached 200s, including several 211 to 245 games and high 600s.
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Family Y cage leagues to begin play
The Columbus Family Y will start three youth basketball leagues after three weeks of fundamentals. Midget League for third and fourth graders meets November 7 and 34 at 7 p.m. Prep League for fifth and sixth graders meets November 6 at 3 p.m. Junior League for seventh and eighth graders meets November 6 and 14 at 7:30 p.m. All meetings at Warnily Y to organize leagues and begin play.
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Rams Lose Grip on Top NFC Spot in New Stats
NEW YORK AP The Los Angeles Rams dropped from first to third in the NFC total offense as stats show Dallas and Philadelphia climbing. Rams remain leading NFC rushing defense nations, while St Louis star Jim Hirt powered four TDs for the Cardinals. Navy coach George Walsh, once quarterback, holds academy passing records at fifth overall.
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OJ Simpson sets NFL rushing record pace in season chase
AP report details O J Simpson building a landmark yardage lead as he nears Brown's 1982 single season record, while leading the NFL rushing charts. It notes teammates and rivals atop passing, receiving, punting, and interception lists, with standout figures across conferences and teams.
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Four-way battle looms for Region 9 harriers
The 1973 National Junior College Region 9 cross country meet at Sterling Colorado features a tight four way fight among defending champ Platte College North Platte and Powell Wyoming and Northeastern College of Sterling Colorado. Platte relies on Ron Galiews and Mark Dalmere while Northeastern benefits from home turf with Dan Cherry and other key runners, as Platte must win to reach Nationals in Florida.
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Fred Carnahan Set for Big Eight Cross Country Showdown
Fred Carnahan, former All American Junior College star from Platte College and Genoa High, will run for Colorado in the Big Eight cross country championships at Norman Oklahoma. He has battled illnesses and injuries but remains Colorado’s likely third or fourth man as the Buffaloes chase the 1973 title amid high expectations for the veteran Bus squad led by Castaneda and Peterson.
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Cyclone kicker leads nation in field goals
New national field goal percentage sits at .612 well above the old mark. Tom Goodson of Town Skate tops major college scoring as a sophomore who improved from last season's 10-for-? to 13 of 17 field goals this year, averaging 65 points per game.
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Pirates Acquire Second Pitcher In Trade Talks
The Pirates add depth by trading Mill May to the Tous ton Astros for lefty Jerry Reuss as GM door remains open on further trades. Brown says the club seeks rejuvenation after finishing third, with talks continuing tonight and other clubs possible.
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Celtics crush Cavaliers 128 110 after coach’s pep talk
Celtics rebound from a loss as Don Nelson and Don Chaney spark Boston to a 128 110 win over Cleveland. Heinsohn praised the effort, saying the team was sky high after an earful, tying the Atlantic Division race with idle Buffalo. Other NBA results included Knicks over Rockets and Pistons over Sonics.
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Harris loses bid to regain boxing license in Pa
Gypsy Joe Morris once nearly blind in one eye, has lost another round in his fight to return to boxing. A court rejected Harris's appeal of a State Athletic Commission decision denying him a license, with the panel citing medical reports on eye injury that ended his career in February 172.
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A's Owner Finley Put On Probation and Fined
New York AP reports Oakland owner Charles O Finley placed on probation for conduct during the World Series. Commissioner confirms the measure and notes a $7000 fine levied earlier this week. The action marks a high-profile sanction against the Athletics amid postseason tensions.
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Nebraska man faces gun and regulation violation arrest
A Nebraska man, found with a loaded shotgun amid four vehicles, faces charges for carrying a loaded firearm in violation of hunting and state regulations. Police say the incident occurred during a routine stop near a rural intersection, with agents confirming the weapon and operator details.
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Scotus teams top Columbus in Shamrock gym volleyball win
Scotus freshman, junior varsity, and varsity squads defeated Columbus High on Tuesday night. Freshman beat Columbus sophomores 15-2, then 15-0 led by Cindy Mimick’s 18 points across two games. Junior varsity won 15-12, 15-7, 15-0 with Danelle Cermey and Sara Walters high scorers. Varsity won 15-? and 15-41? scores led by Cindy Briegger with 12. Columbus’ Pat Backman had five. Next meet vs Norfolk on Nov 8 at 6:30. Shams seek Centennial Conference titles by month’s end.
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Coach vents anger after Stars loss to Boston
Minnesota North Stars coach Jack Gordon criticizes players for lack of desire after a 5 0 loss to the Boston Bruins. He cites physical and mental preparation and vows changes as Minnesota tumbles to five wins in 11 tries this season. Other NHL results include Sabres 3 2 over the Golden Seals and Penguins tying with the Canadiens. World hockey notes mention the Cleveland Fusion and Quebecois teams earning wins.
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