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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1973
Page
20
Rev. Fambrough spoke passionately about Kansas football closing the gap with Nebraska Oklahoma and Colorado. He led a 30 minute fall scrimmage and said the team has more quality athletes, better depth and speed but few experienced offensive linemen and backs.
Kansas coach Bud Fambrough discusses Delvin Williams hamstring issues and the potential rise of freshman Lavurne Smith as a big play threat in the running game. Smith clocks rumored 4.4 in high school. Freshmen to bolster varsity amid ongoing scrimmages and rule debate.
Lawrence High coach Frank Gibson emphasizes improved depth and speed for the Lions ahead of the Sept. 7 opener with Leavenworth. With two star backs gone, several veterans and many lettermen compete for starting spots, while quarterback and injury updates shape scrimmage plans and the Aug. 31 night scrimmage.
Richfield Minnesota American Legion Kings edge Omaha 3 2 in 14 innings behind Brian Denman two out bases loaded single. Denman also hit in Wednesday win and pitched the full game while catching Thursday. Richfield faces Council Bluffs next as unbeaten teams meet in Moorhead regional.
Dave Eichelberger and Dave Stockton share the first round lead at the S M Open in Raleigh with Buddy Allin again tied at 67. Eichelberger and Stockton express eagerness to qualify for the U S Professional Match Play Championship while Allin says he would take a spot if offered.
Big Eight teams opened practice with full pads and brief scrimmages. Missouri reported two injuries while Kansas State coach Vince Gibson called workouts hectic but praised Steve Grogan and linemen Bill Crosby and Hal Ratdorf. Colorado’s Eddie Crowder declared the squad in top shape after a 101-player run, Nebraska staged a 30 minute contact session, and Kansas impressed with passing from David Jaynes though ground play had fumbles.
NHL governors reject a merger with the WHA and vow to counter unsigned underage junior signings. The policy aims to retain amateur hockey structure while allowing teams to pursue eligible players if necessary. Dennis Sobchuk, a Regina Pats star, signed with Cincinnati for about 1 million, delaying his junior play. Howe brothers and Tom Edur already left juniors for WHA teams despite eligibility.
Kansas City investor promotes lakefront parcels at Lake Perry between Lawrence and Topeka. He notes 12 000 acre lake and 159 miles shoreline, traces price rises from under 200 per acre to over 1 000, claims limited frontages, and offers bank financing with 20 percent down. Call or write Joe Flynn Sr. for color Frochite and details.
The Minnesota Vikings face a showdown for the No 1 quarterback job with Oakland at Berkeley. Tarkenton and Berry battle as both teams enter the contest unbeaten while Lamonica and Stabler split Raider duties in a defensive battle.
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