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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1968

Page

14

Plainsmen Clinch Final Push Near 20 Win Plateau

Monterey's Plainsmen face six key district games with injuries to several pitchers and position players. Despite setbacks to Woodard, Wallace, Kinner, Hood, Alburtis, and others, the team remains top contention as Moegle’s program seeks its ninth straight 20-win season and continues coaching clinics for Little and Pony Leagues this summer.

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Plainsmen Face Tough Week in District AAA Race

Monterey Plainsmen, tied with Tascosa Rebels at 11-3, host Plainview Bulldogs at Lowrey Field as injuries and close races shape District 3-AAAA. Coach Bobby Moegle notes parity and the tough road ahead with three key games this week shaping the title chase.

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Rice Clinches Tennis Title as Southwest Meets Set

Rice wins the team tennis title in a Southwest Conference race with Texas and Texas A&M finishing strong. UT eyes golf bids as individual honors unfold with Sleepy Nelson and C J J Jehshel among top contenders. Fort Worth hosts the decisive golf finale as track and racing events fill the week.

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Mann Captures Raleigh LPGA Victory in Narrow Finish

Carol Mann shot a final round 1 par 71 to finish at 214 and win the Raleigh Ladies Invitational, earning $2,250 for her LPGA win. Kathy Whitworth was runner up at 217, Donna Caponi 218, with Clifford and Creed and Mary Mills tied at 219.

Raleigh N.C Carol Mann Miss Mann Kathy Whitworth Donna Caponi Clifford Creed Mary Mills Miss Kitworth

Dunbar Bright AAA Title Contenders at State Meet

Dunbar eyes a high placing at the state track meet as one of two Class 1 AAA schools to reach the event. The Panthers bring four individual entries and two relays, aiming to defend their standing against top contenders from Highlands and San Marcos, Wheatley, and San Antonio schools.

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Lamesa Pounds Snyder 4-0 To Seize District Lead

With three games left in 3-AAA, Lamesa improves to 4-0 after a 4-0 victory over Snyder, who drops to 2-2 in district play. Brownfield Levelland and Dunbar Panthers are eliminated from title contention as district races narrow toward post season. The story notes Mile relay times and regional performances as context for the Tigers’ pace.

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State AAA Qualifiers Showdown At Corpus Christi Meet

At Corpus Christi the State AAA qualifiers spotlight Portman Ge 38 and 3 16 8 time while West Columbia races 3 18 7 in the relay. Local stars include Wayne Davis and McKinney in sprint events as Hereford Henderson and Brenham vie for regional spots. Strong showings expected in the 330 yard hurdles and intermediate events with top times around 38 seconds.

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Davis Leads 220 Favorites in Streaking Texas Meet

Roy Davis stands among top favorites in the 220 event with a best of 21.4 this season. The field features Levelland rival Jonen Seminole and others including Larry Rughes 21.6 Donnie, Rositere Rogers 21.5 Bay City, Monterey competitors, and several regional standouts from Brenham, Dunbar, and San Marcos as splinter results unfold.

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Pioneers Sign Matt-Jeff Duo In Basketball Moves

Levelland, Plainview, and Bay City figures appear in a roundup of signings and district actions. Matt-Jeff duo joins Wayland College recruitments as Hollis Showmaker and Ernest Williams are noted among future Pioneer aims. District games set for Tuesday feature Lamesa against Brownfield with Tulane and Snyder matchups teased amid league standings.

Levelland Larry Hughes Plainview Wayland College John Smith Brenham Jett Ernest Williams McAdoo Bill West Columbia Tidwell Edmond Don Collins Collins Bob Clindaniel Hollis Showmaker

Mulligan Wins Naples Tennis Tournament Title

Australian born Martin Mulligan who lives in Italy and will play for Italy in Davis Cup defeated Nicola Pietrangeli 6 1 6 2 6 2 to win the Naples tournament. Helen Gourlay of Australia defeated fellow Australian Lesley Hunt 6 4 in the women's final.

Naples Italy Martin Mulligan Nicola Pietrangel Australia Helen Gourlay Lesley Hunt

SWC Baseball Title Hangs On Texas Texas A&M Showdowns

The Southwest Conference race tightens as Texas Texas Christian and Texas A&M vie for the title. Texas leads on key conference games with TCU and A&M, while A&M must make up a game deficit. Baylor SMU and Rice also figure in the stretch drive.

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Philippines Advances In Davis Cup Play

In Manila the Philippines defeated Indonesia 4-1 in quarterfinals of the Eastern Zone Davis Cup. Eddie Cruz beat Gondo Widjijo 6-2 6-3 4-6 6-3 and Felicisimo Ampon defeated Diko Moerdono 7-5 4-6 6-1 6-1 to seal the win as the Philippines advances to face Japan.

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Duo Main Event Tops Mat Card At Fair Park Coliseum

A double main event headline Wednesday night wrestling at 8:30 PM at Fair Park Coliseum. Ricky Romero faces Kurt Von Brauner, followed by The Hangman versus Cowboy Bob Ellis. A six man tag match features Dick Murdock Billy Garrett Sputnik Monroe vs Terry Funk Nick Bockwinkle and Dory Funk Jr. Evelyn Stevens meets Carmen Monge in women's action.

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