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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1971
Page
6
Norman Oklahoma Chuck Fairbanks faces no major weakness in an Oklahoma Sooners squad touted as loaded for a return to bowl glory The coach downplays flaws citing intangibles like mental edge and ball bounce while a Wishbone offense hinges on quarterback Jack Mildren and halfbacks Joe Wilie and Greg Pruitt
Journal World notes Oklahoma plans a run oriented offense with Leon Crosswhite as featured back. Coach Fairbanks stresses better quarterback protection and hopes passing games improve after last year. The discussion centers on offense while defense receives little attention due to the team’s scoring potential.
OU coach Fairbanks notes sneaky defense and tough schedule with Nebraska, Southern Cal, and Texas on the slate. He stresses maintaining a weekly mental edge and peaking each game while avoiding overconfidence amid experienced lineup.
CAP S Oklah oma Sooners capsule notes 1970 Big Eight tied for second 5 2 and 1970 overall 7 4 1 including a 27 27 Astro Bluebonnet Bowl tie with Alabama Major losses list six players New faces split end John Carroll backs Foster Grant Burger defensive end Mike Struck and 1971 strengths veteran backfield speed depth weaknesses pass defense pass protection kickoffs field goals and extra points.
Kansas coach Don Fambrough led the team after two-a-day drills ending Aug 19 as players recovered from fatigue. A 3:30 Memorial Stadium scrimmage was planned with injuries monitored, focusing on safe, productive work and avoiding kicks and returns. Guard Gary Cooper and defensive back Lee Hawkins earned praise for standout play.
In Topeka the Pizza Hutters drop a 2-1 11 inning loss to LK Dairy of Hays in the state tournament. Haskell football players were unavailable, noted by manager Scotty Harjo as a key factor. Harjo doubted return for weekend games as Lawrence hopes for double elimination to crown.
The Big Eight held major scrimmages with most teams using game-like setups except Iowa State. Nebraska staged a plain scrimmage with top units and punting work as they search for a placekicker. Oklahoma welcomed back Bruce DeLoney after shoulder surgeries. Missouri, Colorado, Kansas State, and Oklahoma State also reported injuries and lineup shifts as they tested squads for upcoming games.
Don Shula intends a serious showing for the Miami Dolphins against the 7-0 Florida Lions in the Orange Bowl. He will start No. 1 QB Bob Griese and play most regulars, aiming to break a preseason 0-2-1 skid as CBS televises the game to a 60,000 crowd.
After a controlled scrimmage with Highland Junior College head coach Noah Allen says Haskell football is not quite ready for the Sept. 4 opener at Coffeyville. He praises the defense and notes the game was even and productive.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats released fullback Steve Worster and defensive back Seth Miller after they appeared in Provincial Court on marijuana possession charges. General Manager Ralph Lazio said both players requested release for the club and others. They are on waivers with no recall and eligible to any league team.
Jude Poynter of Beverly Hills California defeated defending champion Merrill Carlsmith of Honolulu to win the 12th annual World Senior Golf Tournament in Colorado Springs Colorado Friday.
Mark Spitz lowers the world mark to 2:03.89 in the 200 meter butterfly final at Houston AAU Championships. Ellie Daniel equals her prelim 2:18.40 world record in the same event. Susie Atwood defends 100 meter backstroke and wins 200 meter backstroke. Other winners include Rick Colella and Claudia Clevenger.
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