Devaney blasts polls as season begins in Lincoln
Nebraska coach Bob Devaney dismissed preseason rankings as he evaluated a Saturday scrimmage against UCLA. He noted overpraised defense, unnamed starting quarterback candidates, and a looming test versus No. 2 Colorado on November 4 with Oklahoma to follow on Thanksgiving. The AP poll ranked Nebraska No. 1 with Colorado, Ohio State, and Arkansas nearby.
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Labor Day Not a Holiday for Big Eight Football Camps
The Associated Press reports that Labor Day carried no break for Big Eight teams as five clubs opened 1972 campaigns on Saturday. Kansas held a focused practice at Lawrence, led by Don Fambrough, while Kansas State and coach Vince Gilson also staged sessions concentrating on kicking games, goal line work, and defense. Injury notes cited knee issues for Ince O'Neil, Gregg Hosack, and Delvin Williams as others worked toward readiness.
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Underdog Bruins loom in UCLA Nebraska clash
UCLA plans surprises as its wishbone offense debuts against Nebraska in Los Angeles. Ongoing Big Eight race notes Oklahoma ahead of Nebraska in voting, with Colorado, Kansas State, and Iowa State also in contention. Injury updates from Missouri, Iowa State, Oklahoma, and Nebraska punctuate a busy preseason spotlight.
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Kudrons win doubles at Boulevard Lanes TV event
Kudrons Dennis and Sandi Krudron combined for 1 639 to top Boulevard Lanes TV Mixed Late Doubles. Iverson and Fern, Rick Shemek and Betty Goltschall, plus Duane Novotny and Jan and Sharon Schacher and Buggs followed with strong scores as Nelsons earned a spot in the Omaha Bowling at Leisure program after a winner‑take‑spot roll-off. Sixta won a bowling bag with a 567 high series in two shots.
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Trevino Wins Hartford Open In One Hole Playoff
Lee Trevino captures the Hartford Open with a dramatic 16 foot birdie on the 72nd hole and a one hole playoff victory over Isider. Elder, seeking his first tour win, finishes second after a late birdie attempt lips out. Johnston falters on 15 after leading, finishing tied for third, while Sifford and Beman also contend in the final round.
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Grand Island Edges Columbus In Opener Tennis Duel
Grand Island nipped Columbus 54 in a season opener at Pawnee Park. Columbus led late with Chip Anthony and Vernon Davis ahead 5-4 in the third, but Doug Batties and Tom Lambelet won 7-6 to seal the Islander comeback. Paul Potter was CHS’s standout, winning 6-2 6-3 singles and pairing for a 6-4 6-2 doubles win. Columbus hosts Lincoln Southeast next, with venues to be Pawnee Park or Platte College courts.
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Doping delay bars American swimmer in 1500 meters
At the Munich Olympics Rick DeMont from San Rafael Calif faced a medical disqualification for using ephedrine, ending his bid in the 1500 meters after he had already won the 400. Mark Spitz and the U S team continued to set world records and sweeping medals in the pool as others shone in track and field, diving, and gymnastics.
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