High Predictions For Southeast Football Weekend
A columnist mocks a pilot and predicts Friday games. Austin beats Scottsboro 21 14, Red Raiders overpower Bradshaw 34 0, Hartselle battles Athens with Athens favored as the stronger 3A squad. Jimmy Woodruff leads the Eagles at quarterback.
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Bryant Previews Alabama Season Amid Hype and Doubt
Coach Bear Bryant signals a hopeful rebuild as Alabama eyes a strong nucleus from a 11-1 run and a national title push. The opener against Duke on September 9 at Legion Field looms large as fans await a season shaped by Bryant’s famed hard edge.
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Tide practice shows freshmen stepping up in Alabama depth
Alabama coach Bryant laments thin depth and weak tackle play while three freshmen Tyrone King LeeRoy Cook and Woodrow Lowe shine in a controlled scrimmage. Bryant notes only one pre-season winner John Hannah and questions national rating though admits potential if playing Alabama.
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American Wrestlers Lead U S to Gold Medals in Munich
American wrestlers Ben Peterson and John Peterson won gold and silver in the 198 pound and 181 pound classes as the United States built its medal tally at the 20th Olympic Games in Munich. Mark Spitz pursued two more events while sprint hopefuls faced setbacks from a traffic jam and an injury. Robert Taylor advanced to the semifinals in the 100 meter dash as Valery Borzov of Russia topped the day’s sprint.
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West Morgan Opens Season in East Limestone Showdown
West Morgan travels to East Limestone in the season opener as coach Tommy Russell predicts a pass heavy attack from the Rebels. Junior quarterback Jeff Farley, who led a 7-3 record as a sophomore, tops the list of concerns for the Indians.
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