Soviet Union Delivers Big Disappointment at Olympics
AP reports at the Tokyo Games the United States dominates with 107 medals, while the Soviet Union suffers a major fall in track and field and other sports amid Poliburo scrutiny. Highlights include Vera Caslaveska and Charles Vickeow as top athletes, Bob Beamon's long jump record, Kip Keino’s upset in the 1500 meters, Al Oerter’s fourth discus gold, and controversy over sprint suspensions.
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Tech Raiders Face Four Decisive Conference Games
The article compares Tech's 1968 football outlook with 1967. It notes Coach J To King’s view that no team will cruise through the league, cites SMU Texas and Arkansas as key tests, and highlights Tech’s improved passing, strong offense, and recurring fumbles near their own goal line as the main vulnerability.
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Miners rally heartbeat lifts UTEP past BYU Cougars
UTEP quarterback Brooks Dawson came off the bench to spark a 31-26 comeback over BYU in the Western Athletic Conference. Dawson threw three touchdowns in the fourth quarter as UTEP erased a 22 point deficit to improve to 6-0 overall and 2-2 in league play.
Seven straight victories propel Mustangs toward playoff berth
The Orton led Mustang football squad nears a clinching win as they chase an undefeated season and a 5-0 record with a Friday showdown against Floydada. Dimmitt deficit, Tahoka and Frenship win gaps shape a possible 4-AA playoff arc. Powell's 28-point burst fuels Morton.
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Estacado Perryton Clash Nears In AAA Showdown
District S AAA leaders Estacado and Perryton extend perfect records as Kermit, Hereford, Dumas and Sweetwater win district games. Sweetwater’s Benjie Kemp tops scoring with 72 points while Estacado’s Kenneth Wallace trails with 62 as top backs Mesler and Miller rack TDs and conversions.
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Louisville and Memphis MVC Teams To Beat
Louisville and Memphis State held joint leads in the Missouri Valley Conference race after a weekend of action. Tulsa upset Cincinnati 21-14 while Memphis defeated Southern Mississippi 20-7 and Louisville beat Wichita State 21-14. Tulsa’s tough defense limited Cincinnati late as the Bearcats faltered. Memphis QB Danny Pierce led a strong effort with three rushing touchdowns, and end Alex Dees anchored a stout run defense. Tulsa coach Glenn Dobbs cautioned about penalties as his team seeks fewer mistakes. The Valley standings show Louisville and Memphis at 2-0, with Cincinnati and North Texas State next at 1-1.
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Longhorns Face SMU As Royal Eyes Aerial Challenge
Texas coach Darrell Royal says SMU's versatile offense led by Jerry LeVias tests the Longhorns with a strong passing game while Texas relies on a powerful ground attack. He expects some completions and intercepts as key to stopping the Mustangs. Texas reports no new injuries after the Rice win and Chris Gilbert adds SWC rushing record chase.
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Falcons bench QB Sandy Johnson with broken ribs
Atlanta's ninth string QB Sandy Johnson is out with multiple broken ribs after a hit by Cleveland's defense in a 0-7 loss. Coach Norm Van Brocklin said Johnson will be out indefinitely and backup Bobo Berry will start.
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