Norfolk Dominates Trans Nebraska Tennis Meet
Norfolk easily swept the Trans Nebraska Conference Plains Division tennis meet claiming top spots in doubles and singles. Notable results include No 1 doubles Sanderman and Leland 8 0, No 2 doubles Olson and McConkey 8 4, and No 1 singles Mefford 3 1. Columbus finished fourth with two players reaching finals. Discoverers prepare for Fremont dual and Scott Bluff trip for Big Ten finals.
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Rice unanimous on A.L. all star team
Boston Red Sox star Dwight Rice was the lone unanimous pick on the 1977 AL All Star team. Rice earned 21 votes as designated hitter and five as outfielder from 26 writers, with Fisk, Burleson, Carew, Hisle, Randolph, Nettles, Singleton, and Zisk also named to the 12 man squad. Nolan Ryan and Frank Tanana named starting pitchers, Sparky Lyle as closer. Royals trio with Brett just missing. Carew led with 22 of 25 at first base.
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Scoreboard Boulevards Bowling Highlights From Chicago Night
The Monday senior, Sunday night, and Thursday matinee leagues post large scores at Columbus Bowl and nearby clubs. Notable totals include Robins 726, Judy Krumand 500, and Ver Dodd actor 529 with teams such as Yanks Clippers and Roadrunners posting high marks. Multiple players across clubs like Nebraska and Wunderlich’s Masonry contribute strong scores in mixed doubles and ladies events.
Cardinals cornerback Perry Smith dislocates foot
ST. LOUIS UPI Perry Smith starting left cornerback for the St. Louis Cardinals suffered a dislocated foot in Sunday’s loss at Washington and may miss the remainder of the season. A five year veteran, Smith was acquired from Green Bay this season to replace Norm Thompson who signed with Baltimore.
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Big 8 report casts doubt on Terry Miller Heisman bid
Oklahoma State tailback Terry Miller remains the Big Eight standout but lacks the sensational in four straight 100-plus yard games. Rival backs like Dexter Green and Rick Berns steal headlines with big performances, while injuries to OSU quarterbacks add pressure on Miller to deliver.
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Scotus JV Football Dominates Aquinas 20-0 For 3-0 Start
Scotus junior varsity remains undefeated at 3-0 after a 20-0 win over David City Aquinas. John Prosoaki scored on a 5 yard run, Rick Schuscher returned an interception for 1 yard and Greg Melcher added a 4 yard TD run with a 2 point conversion. Melcher led rushes with 16 carries for 86 yards. Schumacher contributed the 2-pt conversion and overall Scotus totaled 135 rushing yards and 59 passing yards. Defenders Gary Kurtenbach and Paul Melcher stood out.
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Nebraska coach warns Kansas State will be as tough as Indiana
Lincoln Nebraska coach Tom Osborne said Indiana was good enough to beat Nebraska and Kansas State will be as tough. He cited Isaiah Hipp’s 254 rushing yards against Indiana, noted Nebraska’s passing struggles, praised Kansas State's improved defense and quarterback Wendell Henrikson, and warned a win by Kansas State would derail Nebraska’s season.
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Husker Fresh Win Opener Over Drake 59-7
Nebraska rolled up 604 yards in total offense and crushed Drake 59-7 in a junior varsity game. Craig Johnson had two touchdowns including a first quarter run and a third quarter score. Drake’s Huk Casko threw for 144 yards with Tim McManus catching a 22-yard TD in the third period.
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Husker Frosh See Action in Drake Game and Poll Hype
Nebraska frosh beat Drake 59 to 7 in Des Moines then travel to Omaha to face UNO junior varsity. They schedule Iona State October 14 and Kansas November 11 as their only home games. Husker ranking rising with No 7 in UPI and 9th in AP polls.
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Valasek Leads Nebraska Secondary vs K State Quarterback
Nebraska safety Larry Valasek coordinates signals for the defense in a key test against Kansas State quarterback Wendell Henrikson in Manhattan. The senior has 23 tackles this season and a history of big plays including a punt block and several pass breakups in notable games.
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