Florida Coach Seeks East West Split For SEC
Florida coach Ray Graves voices desire to divide the SEC into East and West divisions amid critique of the conference’s current 12 member lineup and round robin scheduling. He spoke during a THSCA session at the Pioneer Hotel, noting historic rivalries and confounding schedules.
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Avalanche-Journal
Southeastern Conference
Bear Bryant
SEC
THSCA
Graves
Pioneer Hotel
Matson projected to break records in shot and discus
TOM CURRIE of Lamar predicts Pampa weightman Randy Matson will exceed 70 feet in the shot and 200 feet in the discus next spring after lifting weights, saying strength gains should push him past national marks. Currie cites Matson's prior 62 foot shot and compares him with Toby Belt of Wesbury who topped 61 feet.
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Texas Signs 14 Football Gridders for All Star Game
The Longhorns land 14 players for the all star game, tying or surpassing several rivals. Texas leads with 14 signees, while Rice, TCU, SMU and others trail with five to four players respectively. The list includes Mike Boxwell and Tom Lindley among South and North rosters, with many others from across Texas. Graves discusses conference splits, pro influence on style, and plans for a wide open offense next season as he critiques current rules and emphasizes alumni impact.
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Georgetown
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Rain Washes Out Play at Meadow Club Invitation Tennis
Southampton reports rain forced Don Dell of Bethesda to withdraw from the Meadow Club Invitation tournament. Quarter-finals of the 74th annual event were rescheduled for Friday. Dell was due to travel to compete in the Russian national championships, leaving to catch a flight after his withdrawal. Roger Worksman of Los Angeles advanced to the semi-finals with strong play.
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Chargers Eye Dallas Texans Preseason Opener
San Diego Chargers coach Sid Gillman seeks fresh blood in the preseason opener against the Dallas Texans in San Diego. The game will test new players and help Gillman evaluate the team’s overall position.
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Demons, Andrews favored in South Plains Class AAA race
Coaches poll places Dumas and Seminole atop area Class AAA as favorites with Brownfield and Sweetwater also ranked. Dumas returns five starters from state title team including Kelly Baker and Scotty Baldwin. Lat tlefeld's Leo Williams among top candidates. Districts and players across the region noted with Kermit Monahans Ector Pecos Fort Stockton also listed as contenders.
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Coaching Exes Breakfast At Texas Tech Event
Texas Tech exes in coaching ranks attended a breakfast at the Student Union Thursday morning. Attendees heard brief talks by athletic director Polk Robison and various Red Raider coaches.
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Red Sox Release Veteran Dave Philley to Clear Ike Delock Ol
The Boston Red Sox released 42 year old Dave Philley to remove pitcher Ike Delock from the disabled list. Philley started with Marshall in 1940 and holds two major league pinch hitting records.
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Flying Matadors to Entertain at North-South All Star Game
Texas Tech’s Flying Matadors to perform a 15 minute trampoline act at halftime of the North South All Star Basketball game on Friday night August 10 at Lubbock Municipal Coliseum. Team members include Jack Tillinghast from Lubbock Joe Don Shockley from Perryton and Kenneth White from O'Donnell with Edsel Buchanan emceeing.
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Colorful mentor at school here Tonto Coleman Keeps Wit and Coaching
The article profiles A M Tonto Coleman a veteran coach in Texas recounting his career from Abilene Christian College to high school work and service in WWII. It portrays his humor philosophy and impact on players like Vo To Smith and his role as ACC coach. Local coaching lore and moments from his career illustrate his lasting influence.
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