Switzer Faces OU Dilemma Over Recruiting Violations
Barry Switzer, new Oklahoma coach, cites an upheaval over admitted recruiting violations by Kerry Jackson. Oklahoma risks forfeiting last season’s title, postseason bans, and TV eligibility loss. Switzer vows to field a team regardless. Faculty decision due in Chicago with results released in Kansas City.
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Big Eight coaches weigh probation impacts and player depth
Veterans Don Fambrough and Vince Gibson vent about probation effects on teams. Osbourne, Bruce, and Stanley join coach session as Switzer predicts Oklahoma will rely on defense and the wishbone.
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Big Eight Leader Pleads Not to Prejudge College Athletics
Kansas City AP report says Big Eight Commissioner Charles M. Nevias urged the public not to judge college sports by one or two high profile incidents. He defended coaches, questioned critics, and cited a pending Oklahoma recruiting case. He called for balanced reform and cooperation in financing recruiting and eligibility.
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Hawks Set for Practice Game at Holcom Complex
Lawrence Hawks of the American Legion will face North Kansas City at 4 p.m. Wednesday at Holcom Sports Complex as a tuneup for the 1973 state title bid. They closed the regular season 33-12 after a District 2 win. Their state tourney opener is Hawk versus El Dorado in the double elimination bracket.
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Colts face transitional season two years after Super Bowl
The Baltimore Colts, two years removed from a championship, are reshaping under new GM Joe Thomas and rookie head coach Howard Schnellenberger. With 17 trades and many veterans moved out, the squad relies on a mix of youngsters and a core of Domres Nottingham Jones and Curtis May Hendricks as it targets playoff contention.
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U S Netters Rout Chile in Davis Cup Without Tie Breaker
The United States defeated Chile in the American Zone finals to reach the next round, with Stan Smith and Eric Van Dillen winning decisive sets after long matches. Davis Cup officials considered ending the tie break after a recent change, but U S players oppose altering the format. The U S will meet Romania August 17-19 near San Francisco as they seek a sixth consecutive title.
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South revises grid start for junior high football
South Junior High football coach Ralph Wedd set the opening practice for 4 p.m. Thursday Aug 16, correcting an earlier Aug 15 date. Central Junior High begins Aug 16, West Junior on Aug 20 after equipment checkout Aug 16-17. Prospects must bring a signed physical, parent and physician consent, plus $2 participation fee.
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Gibson to miss 4 to 6 weeks with knee injury
Cardinals veteran Bob Gibson will undergo surgery in St Louis to repair torn cartilage after injuring his knee in New York last weekend. Dr Stan London said no ligament damage and Gibson, 37, is on the 21 day disabled list with 11 wins in 21 decisions this season.
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Ottawa U Favored in Heart of America poll
A KVOE radio poll of coaches in Emporia projects Ottawa University to win the Heart of America Conference this season. Northern Colorado is favored in the Great Plains Athletic Conference while Bethany College and Friends University are predicted to tie in the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference.
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Maggie Court predicts Billie Jean King will defeat Riggs
Margaret Court predicts Billie Jean King will beat Bobby Riggs in their September clash. Court said she would beat Riggs if they played again after winning a tight match in Nashville. She noted the pressure of media during their prior encounter and recalled Barker Anthony’s rally before Court’s comeback. The $30,000 Nashville Pro Tennis Tournament ends Sunday.
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O Neal Jones Hewitt Lead in Lawrence Golf Event
Jon O Neal and Penny Jones shot a best ball 60 to win the junior senior event at Lawrence Country Club. Hack Newsom and McBride Sharp tied for second at 65, with Hack Newsom prevailing after a playoff. Chandler Rising placed fourth at 68. Hewitt won the club handicap with 136, while Flickinger Bradler Jones George tied for second at 140 and Hack Sharp tied sixth at 141.
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Bowling Workshop Set by Lawrence Women’s League
The Lawrence Women's Bowling Association sponsors a 1973-74 workshop at 7 p.m. Monday August 13 at the Douglas County State Bank. League presidents and secretaries are urged to attend as supplies for the upcoming season are distributed. A board of directors meeting will follow.
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