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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1947
Page
23
Recounting a slow start the Dothan Tigers aim for a strong district tournament run starting Feb 27 with Eastern and Western divisions. Local schools including Malone Atomics and independent teams in Wire Grass League push a fast, competitive scene as district officials meet in Enterprise to set sites.
The article notes the Atomics will meet the Houston County team from Columbia this year. It counters objections about small Wiregrass schools focusing more on basketball than football, arguing football priority exists at Dothan High and that smaller schools still produce strong basketball talent through long, steady practice.
New Orleans AP report says Atlanta Crockery dominates the 1946 All-Star picks with eight players. Nashville and Memphis tie for second with three players each. Bob Phillips, SA baseball writers secretary treasurer, confirms selections. Earl McGowan posts 22-10 record. Bill Ayers 21-1. Lester Willis 8-7 among the pitchers.
Wrestling fans get a second chance after last week’s cold postponement at the Dothan Fairgrounds. Jack Wentworth and Red Byrd return Tuesday for a fight to the finish to settle a disputed decision by Referee Byrd two weeks prior.
The Dothan Browns of the Alabama State League announce five exhibition games in early April before the Apr 15 league opener. The schedule includes four games in the St Louis Cardinal chain and one against the Pensacola Fliers. Opponents are Class O clubs, with plans for a warmup in the week prior to the season. The club aims to fine tune with matchups against St Joseph, West Frankford, Salisbury, and a rematch with St Joseph Cardinals. Additional April actions and a boxing card event accompany the season build.
The Elba Tigers defeated Troy in consecutive games extending their winning streak to four and their overall tally to eleven on the season. Coach Go Wo Hessey guided the team as key baskets powered the victories over Troy with strong team defense and bench contributions.
Crestview announces a five day free baseball school at Rienbourg Field starting February 17 open to all players. Ivy Griffin former major leaguer and Indians scout will supervise with Lauich Richbourg a 19 year major leaguer assisting. players supply gloves shoes and driving uniform while room and board carry a small charge. The first class begins at 11 o clock Monday morning February a.
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