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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1970
Page
28
A chaotic scene in Muleshoe unfolds as local prep sports struggles surface in a harsh report by Walt McAlexander. Details describe a nightmare atmosphere surrounding teams, facilities, and fan reactions shaping the season's early narrative.
Fred Hedgecoke leads the Mules in a 1969 approach focused on week by week progress. Thirteen lettermen return with eight juniors, aiming to field 70 players across junior and senior ranks. New uniforms feature white nylon jerseys with grey helmets and pants, while depth and health pose early concerns.
Contested events include Mark Spitz and Susie in the Sacramento meet with Arden Hills Club placing second in a 4 38 61 time. Other events are noted but details are unclear.
Milwaukee County budget hearing reveals the Milwaukee Brewers have not paid rent for use of Milwaukee County Stadium. The team owes $1 in rent under the lease and may owe a percentage of ticket and merchandise revenue if attendance nears one million, with no revenue statement provided.
Can Am racing at Mid-Ohio near Mansfield prepares for 80 laps over 192 miles as Denis Hulme seeks to extend his lead with strong points while aiming to break the one lap record. The Buckeye Cup field features top Chevrolets and McLarens as drivers vie for grid positions ahead of Sundays race.
The U S University Games Basketball Squad defeated the Yugoslavian National Team 102 to 76 in Belgrade. Both teams prepare for the World University Games in Torino Italy. Kenny Davis of Georgetown Kentucky led Americans with 20 points and Jimie Daniel of Western Kentucky added 16.
Dimmitt coach Walt MacAlexander outlines a return to a faster passing offense as a shift from a run heavy game. The Bobcats, 4-3-3 district through 3-3, face changes with 13 lettermen gone and new leaders like Mark Wohlgemuth and Robert Woolbright. The roster features multiple two way players, young backs Daniel Frierson Nath Anes and Kenny Tees, and a mix of linemen including Andrew Garza and Henry Rivera.
New York AP reports Mike Carnahan of the St. Louis Cycling Club now living in Rochester wins the 112 mile National Bicycling Championships road race by 32 seconds in 4 hours 28 07. Mike Levenas of Glen Head and Dale of Westport Conn finish third among 87 starters in the marathon through Manhattan.
Houston Apollos bow out of pro hockey plans as Eastern Hockey League owners table Houston’s bid after Aug 3 meeting. General manager Herb Elk says the franchise won’t return this season and notes prior efforts to secure NHL backing and a 1969 corporation.
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