Bears Hopeful After Tough Season Under Frank Sadler
Spring Training Report notes Austin Bears coach Frank Sadler rebuilt after a 3-7 season with 34-0-type losses. Injuries to key players and a weakened quarterback unit hurt last year, but 18 returning starters and a stronger staff boost optimism for with a finale win over Walker County 35-13 and a full off season ahead.
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Decatur
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Morris
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Walker County
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Charges Late To Upset Gophers
Alabama, unranked, stunned 10th ranked Minnesota 69-65 in the National Invitation Tournament to reach the semifinals at Madison Square Garden. Paul Ellis sparked a 16-0 run after frequent fouls slowed Minnesota, while Clyde Turner led Alabama with 21 points.
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North Carolina
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Gophers
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Hudson
Connecticut
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Bobby Stevens
Gobblers
Phil Rogers
Stags
Charlie Thomas
Lieder
Virginia
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Decatur Intra-Squad Game Slated Tonight
Decatur High School hosts its spring football intra-squad at Ogle Stadium with junior high at 6:30 and varsity at 7:30. A B team scrimmage occurs at halftime, sponsored by the Red Raider Booster Club, with 50 cent student and $1 adult admission as the Red Raiders prep for the Spring Jamboree next Friday hosted by Athens.
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Kip Keino Goes Pro for ITA Signing Bonus
Kenya's Kip Keino explains leaving representing Kenya to join the International Track Association for a reported 30000 dollar signing bonus. He cites education for his six children on a Nyeri farm as a primary motive while his Olympic golds remain part of his legacy.
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Nairobi
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