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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1968

Page

9

Abernathy Antelopes rally behind new quarterback Riley

Abernathy coach Don Williams outlines a balanced attack to rebuild the 1968 Antelopes. Clark Riley, a standout end, is set to pace the passing game while Jerry Fuller may step in as a capable passer.

Abernathy Antelopes Clark Riley John Jeansone Avalanche Journal Ars Anathy Don Williams Riley Jorney Dation Williams Fuller Bennie Pope Mac Bowers Billy Elkins Elkins Ronald Harkey Johnny Henson Harkey Burt Montgomery Johnny Latrick Larry Turner Crodt Ronnnie Tramilton Hamilton Latrick Turner Montgomery A Tarkey Paley Henson Rogers Gary Martin Mike Williams Yo Williams South Plains Abernathy Jerry Fuller Eft Burl Fuller

Twins Trade Pitcher Alaurice Mee To Denver Farm Club

The Minnesota Twins sold pitcher Alaurice Mee to the Denver farm club of the Pacific Coast League from their 40-man roster. Mee had begun the season on the Twins' roster but did not play in the major league contest and was placed on the disabled list earlier. He later attempted to play for Denver and Charlotte in the Southern League before the move, according to a Twins spokesman.

Minneapolis-St, Pauli Minnesota ‘Twins Alaurice J. Mee Ovier Lea Oroster Denver Pacific Coast Leagre Moetidrie Dat Twins Jseaman Hart Thousten Heo

Top Pro On Money List Shuffles in Wide Open Race

The roundup notes a fierce money list battle with names like Westchester and Casper in the mix. Archer, Nicklaus, and Dreving appear among leaders, while Miller Barber and Plockiup chase the standings.

Vasper Elanto Weatchester Rove Winninmus Seuessa Omy Casper Tour Wedskopf Sultl Jack Nicklaus Toupthe Watts Seal Fadlassead Tis Lee Dreving Westchester Ted Miller Barber Sao Taave Plockiup bFrauk Beard

Boozer Returns From Military Duty In Unclear Context

An incoherent OCR fragment mentions Boozer returning from military service and references to a New York team, players, and coaching terms. The garbled text includes names like Sean and Steve and hints at football positions and drills, but no clear event, date, or outcomes.

Hempstead Noy Berson Boozer New York Ders Mondons Anyditars FBI Padaniini Pils Tastor Hooker Pharsex Dercobseus Canard Dray Thinkee Nastinski Steve ChoisAak Spason Pollard Friendly Ford Lubbock Hoyt Starr 9Th Texas

Babe Ruth Contest Show Delayed By Rain

Rain interrupted the Babe Ruth contest at the World Series venue, postponing the Monday program for a second day. Matches were shifted into bracket play with participants including Wellington, Ran, and Lew Qrieans in the original pairings as the event proceeded.

Babe Paulo Mhaewath Wellington Lew Qrieans

Hubbers Meet Griefs in NBC Tilt at Wichita

Gilbreth eyes a second mound start for the Hubbers in the NBC Tournament as they face the 2–16 Griefs after halting Boulder Collegeans. Yates returns as stopper in relief while Fred Dumler, Steve Molberg and others line up in the field for a rain-delayed schedule update and potential tie for seventh place.

Wichita Kan Rip Griffin Hubbers Bill Gilbreth Moana Boulder Collecgans Vastrataht T-a Gilbreth Abilene Christian Collene David Yates Yates Fred Dumler Steve Molberg Alu Bagwell Donnie Bumpass Mike Mitchell Jimmy Carter Jerry Haggard Gary Dement Greeley Posas

Pittsburgh Steelers Trim Roster With Five Cuts

The Steelers announced five players released including Tom Derosi kicker Jim Ediet punter Tom Mitrakos center Swen Deckard and John Wrgeht along with defensive back Iron Weiner. Details on roster moves and injuries were sparse but several players were noted as sidelined for weeks.

Steelers Mandiay Sid Don Sip National Football League Mike Connelly Dallas Cowboys Mike Clark Tom Derosi California Jim Ediet Tom Mitrakos Pitt Swen Deckard McMurry College John Wrgeht Vaghaed Dist

Lions Trade Amos Marsh to Falcons for 1969 Draft Pick

Detroit Lions sent veteran running back Amos Marsh age 29 to the Atlanta Falcons on Monday in exchange for a 1969 draft choice. Marsh carried 58 times for 224 yards last NFL season. Lions also cut four rookies including back Jim Oliver linebacker Andy Rowl ing and receivers Jene Wren and Chiteke Anderson.

Detroit Lions Amos Marsh Atlanta Falcons Afarsh Jim Oliver Andy Rowling Jene Wren Chiteke Anderson

New Deal Lions face rebuilt lineup with strong Sherman brothers

New Deal high school sports review notes Rich Perry must rebuild after 11 lettermen graduate. Ace tailback Joey Sherman leads a backfield that includes sophomore quarterback Kelly Sherman and others like Robert Norris, Ronnie Taylor, Gary Stephenson. The Lions lack size but show strong attitude and running plans. They will clash with district favorite Ralls, deemed extra stout.

Avalanche-Journal Sports NEW Deal Crosbyton Ralls Spur Petersburg Richard Perry Joey Sherman Sherman Kelly Sherman Perry Kelly Alva Griffis Drew Poe Griffis Poe Joey Robert Norris Ronnie Taylor Gary Stephenson Talvor Lions

District 4-4 Lions face tough 1967 schedule

The roster lists Lions from district 4 with coach Richard Perry and assistants Bobby Smith Bill Malone and others. It details players by position and weight along with last year record 7 5 and upcoming games from September through November across several Texas towns including Springlake Anton Planship Lorenzo Spur Crosbyton Petersburg Hale Center Roosevelt and Spur.

Lions Richard Perry Texas Techs Bobby Smith Texas Western Bill Malone J. Zuniga Joe Gonzales Joe Robbins Gemiquete Jammy Fritaler Wayne Harkey Urew Poe Don Poe Buddy Slaton James ‘Tarter Tom Buford Randy Miller Ricky Mowery Karl Ricken J. Patterson Jimmy Atfeburn Alva Griffis Steve Jnes James Sanders Gilbert Villewas Robert Norns Joel Sherman Gary Stephenson Soph Ronnie Tassor Johnny Villegas Danny Henlery Kelly Sherman Schedele Springlake Anton Planship Lorenzo Crasbyton Petersburg Spur Hale Center Hoosevelt Spur & Srosbyton ST Larensa Flovdada Kress Tackary Petesbore al Marton Newboeal Roosevelt Crosbyton Ralle Wilson Lockney Crosbston Ah Roosevelt New Deal Idalou Ti i. Sone i

Ralls Jackrabbits Tip Top Form for Spur Clash

Ralls prepares for a September showdown with Spur as coach Luke Nickerson touts speed and size. Backfield averages near 188 pounds with Mark Wideman at quarterback and Matt Starch at fullback, plus dual threats in Shelby and Bishop. Returnees from last year bolster depth with 14 lettermen, five starters on offense and six on defense.

Don Henry Avalanche-Journal Ralls Luke Nickerson Caprock Spur Nickerson Shelby Patron Mark Wideman Matt Starch Johnson Jackrabbits Houston McGaugh Mark Nicker Dee Bishop Mee Gaugh Erson Kent Sellers Matt Siarch Bruce Johnson

115 Run For Marathon Olympic Berth

In Alamosa Colorado 115 runners compete in the National AAU Marathon Championship atop the high altitude town to earn the first three U S Olympic berths. Foreign entries include Martin Ade Nigeria Kenry Pearce Australia and Pat McMilhon Ireland. favorite Eamon O Reilly of Oakland CA holds the fastest qualifying time of 2 16 with a Santa Rosa test, altitude may slow him.

Alamosa Colo Mexico City Martin Ande Nigeria Kenry Pearce Australia Pat McMilhon Ireland Eamon O'Reily Oakland Calif Georgetown University Santa Rosa

First Bout Fatal To Young Italian

A 19 year old Italian bantamweight boxer Raimondo Gaviano died from a cerebral hemorrhage after a knockout in his pro debut. He never regained consciousness following a right punch from Giancarlo Ballisai. Police and Italian boxing officials opened an investigation as Gaviano became the year’s third boxing fatality per Ring Magazine.

Seui Sardinia Raimondo Gaviano Giancarlo Baltisal Gaviano Lamsed Ballisai

Nickname Jackrabbits Football Team Roster 1967

Maroon and white Nickname Jackrabbits roster lists coaches Luke Nickerson and Robert Priest with Wendell Schribner and Pat Shelby among staff. Player weights span from 76 to 225 pounds with positions including guards centers halfbacks fullbacks and quarterbacks. notable names include Matt Starch Matt Stare Mark Wideman and Kirt Wyrick.

Jackrabbits Luke Nickerson Robert Priest West Texast Hargrave North Texasi Wendell Schribner North Texas Dee Bishop Ferman Pat Shelby Let Ferman Ron Coax Leon Sanders Mark Lindles Howard Fisparca Will McReynolds Rhudy Stewart Kent Sellers Aaron Arthur Letterman Joe Jones LTA Fewasne Osborne Larry Bates Jetterman Tony Ellen Staevy Smith Renn Phillips Jesse Niaz Jerre Fleming Wille Howe Bruce Johnson Houston McCgaugh Norman Pope Alan Bailey Glen Bavis Fullbac Matt Starch Matt Stare Mark Wideman Kirt Wyrick Ssaphomore

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