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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1966

Page

11

Cooper Pirates Poised to Grow Stronger Each Game This Season

Cooper Pirates coach Joe Longely forecasts a stronger team each game as youth and depth shape the lineup. Key seniors depart while Eddie Hickman, Tony Forerson, and Mike Eljer contend with injuries. Richard Pringle will miss the season. The district race pits Meadow, Sundown, and Amherst as favorites with Wilson as a dark horse.

Walt McAlexander Avalanche-Journal N Woodrow Cooper Pirates Meadow Joe Longely Pirates Geon Limeley Larry Schneider Roy Peterson Gordon Kitten David Kahlich Richard Pringle Eddie Hickman Longely Tony Forerson Mike Eljer Charles Bentencourt Gary Wimmer Randy Peterson Hickman Wimmer Sundown Amherst Wilson Cooper Dale City Bentencourt Glenn Nethery Eeither Wayne Kahlich Emmitt Cardenas Tony Ferguson Arnold Schwertner Bill Kitten

Final Entries Due for Lub Boeck Country Club Women Meet

Today is the last day for women to sign up for the Lub boeck Country Club golf tournament. Juniors have until Wednesday. 120 men, 30 women, and 20 juniors entered so far. Medalist tie of 74 by Edwards, Mitchell, Bartley, Burnette will be decided in first round matches.

Lubboeck Pete Edwards Ross Mitchell Bill Bartley Lofton Burnette

Redskins drop two rookies from squad

Washington Redskins cut a rookie quarterback and fullback on Monday and placed a freshman defensive halfback on the injured waiver list. Harry Theofield Jedes from Waynesburg and Tom Urbanik of Penn State were released. Billy Clay of Mississippi sprained his right knee in the All-American game at Atlanta and will be eligible for roster reactivation in 30 days.

Washington Washington Redskins Harry Theofi- Jedes Waynesburg Tom Urbanik Penn State Billy Clay Mississippi Atlanta

LI Champions In House Visit

The World's Little League champions from Westbury Houston visited the House floor after a dinner hosted by Senator Ralph Yarborough. The team watched a House session following their reception in Washington.

Washington UPI Westbury Houston Ralph Yarborough Dtex

Cooper Roster Full Backfield For State District 3 B Pirates

Roster lists players by position with weights and class years from quarterback to fullbacks. Coaches include Joe Longley Roy Blair and assistants. Names include Betencourt Nethery Ricky Smith Woody Ke and others across tackles guards centers halfbacks and more.

Pirates Joe Longley Texas Tech Roy Blair Jesse Holland Wayland Charles Betencourt Letterman Glenn Nethery Ricky Smith Woody Ke HQ David Melcher Joe Mendoza Gilbert ‘Vargas Gary Wimmer Wayne Kahlich Emmitt Cardenas Jimmy Dunn Harold Foreman Kenneth Kahlich Tony Fogerson Arnold Schwertner Larry Thompson Ricky Johnson Bill Kitten Loyd Neal Mike Vinson Eddie Hickman Gary Beard Johnny Gomez Wayne Nelson Dale Wmiter Johnny Neal Randy Peterson Mike Ehler Andy Watkins Junior Jetterman Rannie Schaffner Janet Jetterman Clark Watkins Curtis Johnson Wayne Collins Carl Summers Tom Gilman Don Thomas Steve Fiori Gene Couch Bob King Phil Heselton Pat Crosely Bob Butler Joe Brezovsky Leo Leal Gary Marshall Tom Burke Fred Harburg Marv Markham Ricky Parker Gary Hatch Dan Hinderliter Paul Payne Dale Fullerton Alan Hunton Roger Elliott Paul Baca Mark Morrow

Rams Plan To Win On Strength Portales Is Big, Strong

Portales Rams coach Ray Kinnison relies on size for a comeback after losing 22 lettermen from last year. Key players include 200 pound tackles, 186 pound backs, and a defense needing time to gel. Only six lettermen return and season opens Friday against Clovis with Fred Harburg at quarterback and Robert Elliott at fullback leading the unit.

Bill Hart Portales Portales Rams Ray Kinnison Kinnison Rams Clovis Fred Harburg Robert Elliott Dale Fullerton Ricky Parker Gary Hatch Wayne Collins Curtis Johnson Don Thomas Steve Flori Bob King Phil Heselton Pat Crosely Guy

Portales Rams Football Team District 4-A Roster and Schedule

Portales Rams roster lists positions and players with weights and class years from ENMU staff. Schedule shows games at Clovis Fort Sumner Eunice West Mesa Goddard Raton Lovington Tucumcari Las Vegas Robertson NMMI with one open date. Last season record 5-3-2.

Clovis Fort Sumner Eunice West Mesa Goddard Raton Las Vegas Robertson Lovington Del Tucumcari NMMI del, Norte el Paso Eastwood Orton Tucumvari

Howard Konives Signs With Knicks for 1966-67 Season

Howard Konives, noted Bowling Green scorer, signed a contract with the New York Knicks for the 1966-67 season. The AP report states he averaged 12.9 points last season with the Knicks, and the deal was announced Monday.

NEW York Howardson Konives Bowling Green Knickerbockers Nationalithe Knicks Basketball Association Bangkok Kommes Thailand

Jayton Jaybirds face tough foe amid rebuilding hopes

Jayton aims to rebound after a 3–7 season in District 8-B. Coach Wilford Arthur cites youth and inexperience as the main weaknesses while naming Robert Lee Bronte and Hermleigh as strong district threats. Five players eye All-District, with eight lettermen anchoring a 22-man squad including Moore Morales Tidwell and Favors as key backs.

Jayton Jaybirds Birds Wilford Arthur Arthur Desire Robert Lee Bronte Hermleigh Roby Forsan Trent Loraine Sion Leslie Chenge Roger Favor Floyd Harvey Terry Moore Mike Morales Harvey Charles Baker Willie Benavides Chaney Mark Montgomery Lanny Barbee Joe Alvarado Joe McAteer Virgil Howland Earl Brownlee Favors Moore Morales Kelley Tidwell Tidwell Walt McAlexander

Jayton Jaybirds Football Roster and Schedule

Jayton district 8 b football roster lists coaches Wilford Arthur and Sonny Bounds with player positions and numbers. Schedule shows September games at Wilson and Rochester, at Hermleigh, Forsan, Roby, Loraine, Robert Lee and Trent with last year scores noted.

Jaybirds Wilford Arthur Texas Tech Sonny Bounds Hardin-Simmons University Floyd Harvey Tetterman Charles Baker Donnie Baker Willie Benavides Leslie Cheyne Mark Montgomery Letterman Junior Murdock Lanny Barbee Joe Alvarado Joe McAteer Bruce Boland Tommy Smith Dennis Cheyne Virgil Howland Earl Brownlee Roger Favor Chuck McCurry Charles Miller Mike Morales Terry Moore Kelley Tibbels Tommy Gibson Wilson Rochester Bronte Hermleigh Forsan Roby

Two Top Players Ink 76er Pacts

Philadelphia announces veteran forward Dave Gambee and rookie Don Freeman have signed with the 76ers. Gambee, eight years in the NBA, averaged 6.9 points per game last season with 495 total points, while Freeman from Illinois joins as a reserve forward.

Philadelphia Dave Gambee Don Freeman Ilinois

Japan Auto Makers See Sales Rise

Japanese car manufacturers report higher sales as demand improves across markets. Analysts note added momentum from exports and domestic sales, with key companies expanding output to meet growing demand.

Tokyo — Auto Makers Japan

Surtees Wins Guards International Trophy at Brands Hatch

John Surtees of Britain drove a Lola with a six liter engine to win the main race at the international sports car meet at Brands Hatch England. The victory earned Surtees the Guards International Trophy for sports racing cars.

Brands Hatch England John Surtees Britain Surtees

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