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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1975
Page
14
In Kansas City a 9-0 Nebraska team emphasizes stout defense and strong run stopping. Oklahoma trails in yards allowed per game while Iowa State and Kansas defend well. the Sooners rely on a heavy wishbone and efficient ground attack to stay competitive.
Nolan Cromwell nears 1000 rushing yards after an 941 yard season pace. Big Eight leaders include Jim W of Colorado State and others, while Missouri's Steve Pisarkiewicz leads passers with 1,419 yards and nine TDs.
Cincinnati Reds star Johnny Bench will undergo surgery on his left shoulder to repair cartilage damage from an early season collision at home plate. The operation, not involving the throwing arm, removes cartilage from the acromio clavicular joint and a small bone section from the collar bone. Bench previously had lung surgery in December 1972 and stated he would not risk playing next season with the same pain.
Over 150 collegiate wrestlers compete in the 13th annual Great Plains Open at the University of Nebraska Coliseum Friday and Saturday. Teams include Iowa State and Southern Illinois. Winners earn invitation to a Russia tour next year.
Nebraska freshmen chase a perfect season Friday at Memorial Stadium hosting Iowa State. The Huskers are 5-0 after shutouts of Kansas State JV 30-0, Omaha JV 41-0, Marshalltown JC 63-0, and Kearney State JV 45-0, and 18-3 all time versus the Cyclones. Head coach Jim Ross carries a 26-2 freshman record into the game.
Iowa State coach Ken Trickey vows to pair offense with stifling defense, aiming for a scoring margin of nine to 12 points. He cites Hercle Ivy as a key scorer and notes roster near completion, with Vanderbilt, Drake, and Iowa tests on the horizon after a 10-16 season.
The ABA faces a crisis with eight teams left and Spirits of St. Louis plus Virginia Squires playing home games privately. High player salaries and poor attendance push toward possible contraction, while commissioner DeBusschere touts optimism. Bill Musselman of San Diego is among the unemployed amid reshaping league.
Glenda Plettner led Lakeview High in points with 264 and 105 serving points while Sophomore Behle topped per match points with 50 and spikes with 43. Cindy Plettner led in assists with 29 and Wurdeman had 6 blocks, with Gehring posting the fewest violations.
Genoa briefs report an organizational meeting for the Women’s Association set for 8 p.m. November 17 in the Lions building. The meeting will elect officers and organize activities for women bowlers in the community.
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