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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1973

Page

11

Arnie Almahurst Favored In Hambletonian Bid At Duquoin

Arnie Almahurst the three year old son of Speedy Scat tops the Hambletonian field with post No 1 at Duquoin. Trainer Gene Reigle oversees the pacing star who dislikes the starting gate and noise. Flo Vinda driven by Joe O'Brien follows in No 11 as the 18 horse lineup contest the $144,710 race.

Gene Riegle Arnie Flovinda Wily Joe O'Brien Riegle Arie Springfield Indianapolis John Simpson Jr

Thompson Seeks Diploma Over Pro Contract

North Carolina State star Dave Thompson, 19, son of a Shelby janitor, aims to finish college and earn a degree in economics rather than accept lucrative ABA NBA offers. coach Norma Sloan praises his character and focus on education as pro scouts call him a once in a decade talent.

Dave Thompson United States Great Britain Moscom America North Carolina State Star Turing Yuo New York Dave Sloan Thompson Julius Erving Aba An. Inter Erving Shelby N.C Massachusetts Virginia Squires Nets Delate Thamnann Memphis Tams North Carolina State Norma Sloan U. S Moscow Soviet Union North Carolina UCLA Cchampions NCAA Netball Association Ipso Duke

Hogs Plan Run Oriented Attack With Inexperienced Squad

Arkansas coach says the 1972 Razorbacks will rely on a running triple option using Scott Bull Morton and Marsh White as key backs. He notes only one of the starting linemen has played a college snap and six freshmen will be on the squad as the team grows into a sophomore heavy unit.

Broyles Razorbacks Joe Fergson Morton Marsh White Bull Randy Drake Scott Bull Roosevelt Leaks Texas Marsh Lee King Jon Rhiddlehoover Brison Manor King Rhiddlehoover

Bula Cage Units Seek Contests For Season

Bula seeks boys and girls varsity basketball games after cancelling 1973 football. Coach Pat Risinger invites A,B or AA teams to schedule home or away contests. Availability requested for October through January dates. Contact school at 933 2361 or 938 2368.

BULA Pat Risinger Risinger

Merritt Fined for Alleged Spitter After Cleveland Shutout

American League President Joe Cronin fined Jim Merritt of the Texas Rangers an undisclosed amount after a 90 victory over the Cleveland Indians. Merritt admitted throwing about 25 so called Gaylord fast balls and hinted at using a spitball, though he claimed other pitches also worked.

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Arkansas Hogs Players Talk Inexperience and Hopes

Jon Rhiddlehoover Abilene Cooper junior defensive tackle says Arkansas faces inexperience but has talent and enthusiasm. Floyd Hogan transfer from Blinn starts in secondary. Randy Drake notes need for early game experience against Southern Cal. Mark Hollingsworth recalls Crusade work. Danny Rhodes praises Texas linebacker Glenn Gaspard. Ivan Jordan discusses summer weight gain and loss due to home cooking.

Jon Rhiddlehoover Abilene Cooper Razorbacks Floyd Hogan Faco Blinn Arkansas Glenn Gaspard Ivan Jordan

Base Stealing Still Fun For Cards Lou Brock

Lou Brock, famed base stealer for the St. Louis Cardinals, reflects on his 50 steals in the year and the mental craft of reading pitchers. He notes speed helps but the break and timing are key, as he nears Maury Wills’ NL record while facing continued wear on the basepaths.

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Saints Release Four Players

New Orleans AP reports the Saints cut Wayne Dorton Richard Watkins Gary Arthur and Drew Bule reducing active players to 49 and three listed stars not yet shown in strength tabulations. Derland Moore and Wayne Colman were deactivated due to ligament injuries expected to sideline them four to five weeks. Joe Owens already on the deactivated list.

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