Winter Sports Preview Notes From Telegram Editor
Telegram sport editor Terry Anderson refers to the upcoming Winter Sports Edition releasing Nov 30. He notes coverage will include 22 boys basketball and 13 wrestling teams plus rosters and photos and adds women's athletics coverage will be featured with caveats about reduced female coverage and title IX context. He explains submission rules for game results and mentions boxing and high school football season context. He also highlights local players and Huskers statistics and players.
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Telegram
Nebraska high schools vote on continuing grid playoffs
The NSAA will mail ballots to all Nebraska high schools next week asking whether the football playoffs should continue and, if so, what changes to the two year old championship plan should be made. Ballots due December 16 with 60 percent in favor needed for continuation.
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Loup River water diversion may shut down on Friday
Loup Power District warns hunters to stay home or expect cold water. Slush ice at Genoa headworks and forecasted plummeting temperatures raise the likelihood of a Loup River water diversion shutdown. Endangering island hunts could leave hunters colder and damper than planned. Snowout at Suffolk Downs cancels Wednesday card, first in the country this season due to snow.
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Playoff finals set for Schuyler and Columbus area teams
Two Columbus area squads reach state finals after semifinal wins. Schuyler hosts Grand Island Central Catholic at 7:30 p.m. while St. Edward faces Alma at 6:30 p.m. in Pawnee Park Columbus. KJSK-FM and KTT-FM provide radio coverage.
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Pros and Cons Slated for Lake Placid Games
Public hearing on the 1980 Winter Olympics drew environmentalist warnings that the Adirondacks high peak area could be harmed by proposed construction and neon signs. Local leaders defended plans, while Sierra Club critics urged reevaluation citing potential overuse and inflationary costs for residents.
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Evert Leads U S in Wightman Cup Opener Against Wade
Chris Evert captains the United States in the opening Wightman Cup against Britain, facing Virginia Wade in the first of seven matches. Wade is one of two players to beat Evert this season, with the Dewar Cup final loss still on Evert’s mind as the series decides the trophy's fate over three days. Britain holds the cup after two straight wins, while the U S aims to reclaim it for a third year.
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Cowens Leaves Celtics Indefinitely In Mysterious Departure
Boston center Dave Cowens, renowned for his aggressive play and red hair, took a leave of absence for personal reasons. General Manager Red Auerbach said Cowens cited personal issues and would be in touch. owner Irv Levin said a team physician found him healthy and Cowens plans to stay at a Newport Kentucky farm while he thinks about his life.
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Larry Shepard to be honored by Omaha sportscasters
The Cincinnati Reds pitching coach Larry Shepard from Lincoln will be named Sportsman of the Year by Omaha sportscasters at their mid winter banquet. He will receive the award January 27 at Peony Park in Omaha.
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Husker Victory by Six Predicted in Ames Battle
The writer projects Nebraska to edge Iowa State by six in Ames, citing Nebraska’s top defense and ISU’s potent offense. Key players include Dexter Green and Wayne Stanley for ISU, and NU co captain Clete Pillen who impressed vs Oklahoma State. Nebraska leads series 56 12 2 as both teams chase late season wins. Oklahoma tops Missouri. Oklahoma State over Kansas State. Colorado over Kansas.
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