Norton and Bird Lead SEC Stats as Kentucky Season Ends
Southeastern Conference statistics released by Commissioner Bernie Moore crown Kentucky’s Rick Norton and Rodger Bird atop several offensive categories. Granger of Mississippi State and Tucker Frederickson of Auburn trail in key metrics as Kentucky ends its season. Other leaders include Weatherly of Florida in passing and Moreau in scoring with LSU, while kickoff returns and punt stats spotlight Mississippi State and Georgia respectively.
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Colts Seek Fourth Win in East Limestone Clash
Clements coached by Tru man Beggs aims for a 4th victory this season against East Limestone. The squad, led by Wayne Rose and Bill Baker, holds one loss to Tanner and beat Ryan East Limestone Elkmont and others. Schedule runs through January and February with multiple away and home games followed by tournaments.
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Nine Basketball Games in Athens Limestone County Week
Nine games across Athens and Limestone County feature eight high schools plus Athens College. Tonight includes Tanner at West Morgan Clem ents at East Limestone and Elkmont at West Limestone. Centerpiece events include Athens College hosting Huntington Wednesday and Saturday.
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Goose Band Confusion Over 1914 Date on Decatur Goose
A waterfowl mystery from Wheeler Refuge near Decatur involves a goose carrying a Jack Miner style band dated 1914. Officials doubt the 1914 date and note Miner used homemade bands with Bible verses and S or F codes, with serial numbers appearing only after his death.
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Refuge Kill Tapered On Wheel Refuge Hunters Still Succeed
Waterfowl hunting on the Wheel refuge has tapered but success continues. Through last week 298 geese were killed with 188 in the first week and 110 in the second week. Ducks totaled 54 killed since the season opened. One hunter reportedly bagged two Canada geese with a .410 gauge shotgun.
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Phillies Seek Another Pitcher Belinsky Trade Rumors Swirl
The Philadelphia Phillies push for pitching help at the winter meetings as Belinsky remains a focal point for Angels interest. Philadelphia also makes several trades, including Dick Stuart for Dennis Bennett and Danny Cater for Ray Herbert, while Vic Power returns to the Angels. Washington buys Camilli and acquires Bob Chance and Woody Held in separate moves.
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Glittering AFL Lure Cast For Joe Namath
The AFL lures star quarterback Joe Namath with a salary bonus around 150000 dollars claiming he could be a quick first string. Jets coach Weeb Ewbank and owner Sonny Werblin push to sign him amid NFL competition from the Cardinals and other leagues.
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DHS Austin to Play Two Games This Week
Decatur High and Austin High open senior starts with losses and schedule two games this week. Decatur hosts West Morgan Thursday and then goes to Cullman Friday while Austin hosts Union Hill Thursday and travels to Falkville Friday.
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Morgan County Tractor Earns Big Win Over Frueha
In a Saturday non league clash Morgan County Tractor defeated Frueha 98 to 60. Clyde Smith led with 23 points followed by Milton Clark 19 gene ae Farley 8 and Arthur Nix 14. Next they host Roy Payne Motors in a league game Friday night at the Boys Club.
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Bear Voted Coach of Year in SEC, Bryant Tops Poll
Alabama coach Paul Bear Bryant was named SEC Coach of the Year after guiding an undefeated 1961 season. Bryant totaled 76 points with seven first place votes, beating runner up Vince Dooley of Georgia. The Banner will honor him with a Dec. 16 banquet plaque.
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Namath Impresses Mississippi State Coach in SEC Clash
Alabama QB Joe Namath made a strong impression on Mississippi State coach Paul Davis. Davis called Namath the best he has seen in college football after the Crimson Tide beat MSU 23-6. Davis recalled MSU’s long wait to beat Ole Miss, noting he was co-captain of the last MSU victory in 1946.
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