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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1961

Page

9

Hants Football Notes on Coffey and Freshmen Prospects

Dimmitt coach J D Covington discusses Junior Coffey's impact at Washington and the Bobcats scoring woes. Texas Tech freshmen footballers open against Arkansas with J T King predicting more freshmen play to gain experience and reduce dropouts. The Southwest Conference office begins a new listing project to track prospective athletes and assist area coaches.

Coffey Washington Phillips Covington Texas Tech Frehmen Arkansas Picadors J. T. King King Joe Faulkenberry Seagraves S Ashimon East Ted New

Monterey Plainsmen Top Pampa in Tight Prep Showdown

Monterey defeated Pampa Harvesters 12 to 6 in a tense game after a scoreless first half. Kenny Hebert sparked a late Monterrey drive with a near runback, while Tom Brown’s tackle saved the play and kept Pampa within reach.

Burle Pettit Avalanche-Journal Bill DuBose Monterey Pampa Harvesters Plainsmen Pampa Iosters Monsterey Kenny Hebert Tom Brown Brown Hebert DuBose

Northwestern Rolls Over Opponent in Gritty Coast Game

Northwestern hammered Monterey 28 to 7 in a rugged Saturday clash. Sophomore fullback Bill Swingle powered the attack with three touchdowns, while 195-pound Grand Haven back excelled with key scores and hard running. Coach DuBose praised the team’s durability and late defensive stops.

Champaic Northwestern Timois Bill Swingle Thi Yants Grand Haven Mich Lad Boston College Hie Fred Quinn Aid Stehyardd

Two Three Man Teams to Clash at Bridges Arena

Local gym to host a midweek show featuring three man teams in a dramatic competition. Promoter Bridisrs PALTI drives the lineup as seven teams were initially considered for Wednesday’s event.

Bridisrs

SE Louisiana earns top NAIA grid ranking but slips in stats

SE Louisiana College lands among top NAIA teams in national rankings but its players show declines in key statistics. Wilbur Derrick of SE Louisiana leads the school in rushing with 20 yards on 43 carries per game, while several other players struggle with reduced yardage and broader team output.

Kansas City Louisiana College Sini College Louisiana National Association of Intercolle Athletics NASAT Wilbur Derrick SLC NAIA Ted Derrick

Princeton Upsets Columbia 30 20 in College Football

Princeton defeated Columbia 30 to 20 in a striking upset. The Tigers exploited a fast start and sustained scoring through the game with key plays including a long touchdown drive and a late fourth quarter score to seal the victory.

Princeton Columbia YORK Sittung Baker Ani Taters Rutgers Rockenbruch

Uncertain About Uncerta Hunters Seek Flexible Rules

In Austin, AP reports uncertainty over hunting rules and permitting for composite game, including archery and fish resources. Officials weigh tax, timing, and safety requirements as residents push for clearer guidance and workable strategies.

Austin Texas

Weekend High School Football Roundup Sees Albany Andson Losses

The area high school grid action Friday left several teams undefeated while others suffered defeats. Albany shut out Anson 20-0, Andrews defeated the Wildcats 21-8, Tom S. Lubbock lost to Palo Duro 33-16, and Berger fell to Tascosa 7-0. Other leaders remaining undefeated included Dalhart Tulsa Floydada Morton Denver City Haskell Springlake Kress and Ropesville with notable district results across AAA and 4B divisions.

Littlefield Wildcats Anson Tom S. Lubbock Berger Andrews Albany Palo Duro Tascosa Dalhart Tulsa Floydada Morton Denver City Hasket Springlake Kress Ropesville Dimmitt Ile Tulia Canyon Tucumcari Sundown Haskel Seagraves Amherst Happy Jane Ropesville Trent Seminole Brownfield Pecos Sands New Deal Seminole Ector Mona Shans Kermit Torey Pampa Amarillo Plainview Wholmian Abilene San Angelo Ohial State Miller Wake Forest Duke West Virginia Kansas State Texas Tee Oregon Helt’s Sporting Goes Co

Westerner Coach Laments Second Half Collapse in 33 16 Loss

Westerner defense faltered after halftime allowing Palo Duro attackers to surge ahead as Nelson ripped through the right side for 100 yards and Middleton returned at quarterback. Coach Brothers said the team came out flat and mistakes and poor effort doomed the 16-13 halftime lead in a 33-16 defeat.

Bob ST. John Avalanche-Journal Aste Coach Brothers Buddy Brothers Nelson Palo Duro John * Reddell Gordot Nelson Tommy Middleton Middleton Brothers Tommy Hayhurst Jerry

Dartmouth Rolls Past Penn in Conference Tilt

Dartmouth overwhelmed Penn with a balanced attack led by John Kramar and Dave Law. Key plays included a 27 yard interception return and a late touchdown to widen the margin as the quartering surged.

Philadelphia Darruth Cool Eal Yig Junor Fina John Kramar Dave Law

District TAN area grid notes and references

Fragmented OCR text lists district names and place names such as TAN and SAN ISTIC MN with scattered terms like Lathe, Pec, Dyan berg, agate, premier LAN, and WERICO. No coherent event or clear facts emerge from the legible fragments.

Tanan Lathe Tayarae Dyan Berg TAN Fievdada Munn Sanistic Iosrater

Tennessee Rips Miss State 17-3 in wild season opener

Tennessee dominated Mississippi State 17-3 as star players showcased running and passing power. A 1,600-strong crowd watched until tailback Glenn Glass left the field with an early injury, marking Tennessee’s first win after two earlier victories and Mississippi State’s first loss.

Relatiy Wietary Eerpe Spo Gr Ari Estel Tennessee Glenn Glass

Wisconsin Tops Indiana 6 to 3 in rugged tilt

In Bloomington Wisconsin outplayed Indiana 6 to 3 as Mosier energized the defense and Miller fought to spark scoring. Indiana struggled to finish drives while Wisconsin’s defense forced key stops and Miller remained the main offensive threat throughout the afternoon.

Bloomington Ind Dean Ron

Chesson's Chalet Resort Opens Hunting Season in Stoner

Hunters can rent modern rooms with or without meals at Chesson's Chalet Resort in Stoner Colorado. Season begins October 21 with accommodations and home cooked meals available. Reservations to Chalet Resort Route 4A Stoner Colorado.

Chesson's Chalet Stoner Colorado Route 4A

Villanova Rolls To Fourth Win In Gridiron Fight

Villanova stays undefeated with a fourth straight win at Massachusetts. Richie Richman Aurected leads the Wildcats with a passing attack and a first half TD march. Full back Y0-pound tallies two scores while Philadelphian Vintrsity adds key receptions as Villanova builds late lead.

Amherst Mass Southepaw Richie Richman Villanova Vintrsity Massachusetts Feck Phileelphia Ney Faliy Valanova Sieoachtserts Prat

Piersall Openly Accepts Senators Trade

Jimmy Piersall says he is not surprised by his trade to the Washington Senators in exchange for pitcher Dick Donovan. The 32 year old outfielder says he will play center field next season and is eager to compete with the big boys. His wife reacted happily to the news in Boston.

NEW York Jimmy Piersall Washington Senators Plersall Tas He Cosa Washington Cleveland Indians Dick Donovan Brothers Gene Green Big Boys Jim Mahoney

Rival Coach Assists Ill Opponent To Upset Victory

In Gary Indiana Horace Mann High School stunned Chicago Roosevelt 1 14 with aid from rival Gary Lew Wallace High School coach Herbert who left the stands to help Mann assistants run the offense as Mann’s Don Elser fell ill at halftime.

Gary Ind Horace Mann High School Chicago Roosevelt Mann Don Elser Ddy Herbert Gary Lew Wallice High School Mann Jearher Doug Oppman

Lockett Panthers roll over Estelline 41 to 20 in non-conference clash

Lockett Panthers unleash a strong ground game to beat Estelline Bearcats 41 20. Pascal Hallencak and Davenport scored in the first half with extra points by Haslott and Pascal. Hallencak added a 50 yard run, while Estelline rallied in the third. Final records show Lockett 5 1 and Estelline 1 5.

Lockett Lockett Panthers Estelline Bearcats Pascal Hallencak Davenport Haslott Bearcats Wooten Futch Mark Pat Hastoft Echols Estalline Mutch

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