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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1973

Page

10

Devils Face Ardmore After Injury Enforced Falkville Stretch

Falkville Blue Devils, down six regulars and six returning players, cope with injuries including quarterback Randy Nelson's broken leg and key linemen sidelined. Under coach Barry Edwards the team rebounded after a five game skid and aims to stay competitive at Ardmore against Limestone County power Tigers.

Falkville Barry Edwards Blue Devils Randy Nelson Blue Devil Edwards Jimmy Reeder Steve Shaw Tony Lansdale Cold Springs Devils Ardmore Limestone County Power Tigers

Blue Devils Press Through Injuries on Wednesday Practice

Blue Devils coach Barry Edwards directs a Wednesday session as Sophomore Steve Eaves fills in for Nelson. Randy Haynes and Jeff Gray also contribute while others like Randy Saint Don Stisher and Bobby Watkins build a solid line. Edwards praises the team’s effort and resilience despite injuries.

Falkville Blue Devils Barry Edwards Steve Eaves Nelson Edwards Randy Haynes Jeff Gray Randy Saint Don Stisher Bobby Watkins

Florence State hopes for boost as three freshmen ready to play

Injuries linger for Florence State as defensive tackle Jud Driver, tailback Charlie Kennedy, and fullback Norman Sims, all freshmen, are expected back this week. Kennedy and Sims show potential despite ankle and knee issues. The Lions, 2-4, seek to end a three game slide at Nicholls after a 36-7 loss to Troy.

Jud Driver Birmingham Charlie Kennedy Decatur Norman Sims Phenix City Driver Lions Northwestern Louisiana FSU Kennedy Sims Mickey Andrews Andrews Florence State Troy Mississippi College Northwestern Nicholls Louisiana Gulfouth

Wadkins Defends Sahara Title Amid Family Joy and Focus

Lanny Wadkins arrived in Las Vegas to defend the Sahara Invitational title as his wife Rachel gave birth prematurely to daughter Jessica Dawn. The 23-year-old rookie-turned-star noted he’d rather be home, while facing a strong field including Green, Schlee, Ferler, Irwin, and several 1973 winners. Palmer and other top names were absent from the tournament that offers a 27000 first prize.

Las Vegas Nev Lanny Wadkins Clemmons N.C Wadkins Rachel Jessica Dawn Arnold Palmer Hubert Green John Schlee Forrest Ferler Hale Irwin Chi Chi Rodriguez Bert Greene John Schroeder Deane Beman Sam

FSU Probe Findings To Be Released

Florida State University President Stanley Marshall will disclose former Gov. Leroy Collins investigation of brutal off season football training practices at FSU. The NCAA is probing players who quit the squad during the off season and alleged dehumanizing drills.

Tallahassee Fla Florida State University Stanley Marshall Leroy Collins National Collegiate Athletic Association NCAA Larry Jones Marshall Collins Florida Jones St. Petersburg Times

Bama Angler Leads Classic

S. C. AP report notes Alabama angler Tom Mann of Eufaula leads after day one of the BASS Masters Classic at Clark Hill reservoir with a 10 bass limit weighing 20 pounds 9 ounces. Mann holds a 5 1 ounce lead over Bobby Meador of Baton Rouge with Rayo Breckenridge third at 15 6. Mann predicts near 50 pounds needed to win over three days.

Baton Rouge Rayo Breckenridge Paragould Ark Farmer Mann Meador

NHL Standings Update From Thursday Friday Games

Montreal visits Philadelphia and Minnesota hosts the New York Islanders while Buffalo plays Boston on Thursday. Friday features Detroit at Vancouver and Atlanta at California with potential standings implications.

Montreal Philadelphia Minnesota N.Y Buffalo Boston Detroit Vancouver Atlanta California Lee St. Louis Toronto Rangers Islanders Pittsburgh Chicago Los Angeles Los Angeles

Test drive a 1974 Matador at AMC dealer

Car shop invites you to a relaxed visit to try the 1974 Matador. Take your time, kick the tires, slam the doors, and test drive. All Matadors come with the AMC Buyer Protection Plan and may win you over as a new owner.

AMC

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