Brogdons Making Waves At Vandy
Vanderbilt freshman players push against the varsity in preseason practice, revitalizing coach Bill Pace’s outlook after four straight losing seasons. Despite optimism, Sky-Writers predict the Commodores will struggle, though freshmen have energized early efforts.
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Vanderbilt Freshmen Scrimmage Sparks SEC Confidence
Vanderbilt's basketball like tone carries into football as Pace praises freshmen led by the Brogdons. The scrimmage at Dudley Field saw the varsity beat the freshmen 4-1, amid extreme heat, with Paul Brogdon scoring the lone freshmen TD and Preston confident the pair will boost SEC success.
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SEC Doormats Eyeing Better Seasons Ahead
Vanderbilt star Jamie O Rourke defends his choice to stay at Vanderbilt amid questions from a wire service reporter. He cites building a winning tradition and notes increased athletic funding and strong coaching staff including Charlie Bradshaw and Tommy Owen as keys to turning Vanderbilt around.
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Prepsters Near Season Debuts
Morgan County's six football high schools near opening games for 1972. West Morgan hosts East Limestone Thursday. Friday features Red Raiders at Bradshaw and Austin at Scottsboro, with Hartselle hosting Athens and Falkville at Vinemont. West Morgan coach Ferguson discusses injuries and pass defense as Farley again leads the Reds. See PREPSTERS on Page 10.
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Kentucky Relying On A Redhead
Lexington, Ky. Coach John Ray taunts a group of 33 sportswriters in jest as he discusses Kentucky football. He reflects on past seasons, touts recruiting gains, and eyes a six-win goal as the program seeks a turning point after three years under his leadership.
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Andrews Baffles Red Sox as Mangual Lifts A’s Rally
Mike Andrews drove in five with a homer and double to lift the White Sox to 6 4 win over Boston. Angel Mangual powered Oakland with a tie breaking homer as the A’s rallied for five in the seventh to edge Cleveland. Baltimore's Jim Palmer shut out Minnesota 2 0. In NL Cincinnati beat the Mets 5 2 Pittsburgh edged San Diego 5 3 and St Louis defeated San Francisco 4 2.
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Dick Allen Seeks White Sox Triple Crown Honor
Sox slugger Dick Allen says the Triple Crown would mean little unless Chicago White Sox win more games. He spoke before a 6-4 victory over the Red Sox in a national telecast, noting past winners Yastrzemski Mantle and Robinson and emphasizing team success over personal stats.
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