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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1968

Page

17

Raiders Face Texas in Conference Showdown

Porenicit reports the Texas Tech Raiders chase a conference win after a six game skid. Benny Wiggins returns to the starting lineup with 6-7 size, while Vernon Paul and Jim Nelson pace a reshaped lineup as the Rebels seek an upset to end a 11 game drought.

Porienit Sohinitonkany Raiders Texas Rebels West Texas State Canyon Gene Gibson Jetterman Benny Wiggins Lawton Okla Rice Wiggins Vernon Paul Jim Nelson Joe Dobbs TECH

Coaches Greet 1968 Rules Changes With Mixed Feelings

Notes from football circles reflect cautious optimism toward the new rules. King praises punt coverage changes while lamenting ignored recommendations and previews spring drills for Tech and anticipated QB competition.

T. King Jake King

Penguins General Manager Jack Riley Ties With Pittsburg Prospect

Jack Riley, longtime general manager of the Pittsburg Penguins, now with the Nat Hockey League, signs to a pro contract with the New York Rangers in 1940. A charity game airs Sunday at 11 30 am in Lubbock with EV Bago. Rick Wagner suffers injury in a recent clash, raising concerns for the matchup.

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Nolan named head coach of the San Francisco 49ers

Dick Nolan, 35, appointed as the 49ers’ head coach succeeding Jack Christiansen who was fired after a 7 7 season. The Texans note Nolan’s defensive background as he inherits a club without a division title in 22 years and faces a rushed build for the college draft starting Jan. 30 in New York.

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