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Newspaper

Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1971

Page

11

Tulane Upsets Tech In Tough 15-9 Battle

Tulane defeats Texas Tech 15-9 in a hard fought game at Lubbock. Key plays include a Tulane lead after Joe Barnes muffed a punt return then Ricky Hebert carried for a TD. Tech mounted a late drive but Napper and the Raiders faltered under Tulane’s rush. Langebennig led Tulane with 91 rushing yards. Napper completed seven passes for 88 yards.

Odom Tech R ‘Evelvers Tulane David Hebert Steve ‘Thomas Greenies Davis Corley Ricky Hebert Lee Gibson Raiders Napper Harry Case David Griener Case Dickie Ingram Raider Don Grimes Langebennig Doug McCutchen Lubbock

Tulane Tops Tech in Late Finish After Close Battle

Texas Tech coach Gene Stallings took blame for the loss as Tulane edged Tech 14 12 in a hard fought game. Charles Napper connected on a long pass to Andre Tillman but a turf miscue and late misses cost Tech, while Tulane coach Bennie Ellender praised his defense and noted both teams played tightly and failed to capitalize on opportunities.

Page One Miseues Johnny Kleinert Napper Gary Shuler Gete Tulane Charles Napper Andre ‘Tillman Tillman Carlen Tech Doug McCutchen McCutchen Sinc Tillmany Evan Joe Bullard Bennie Ellender Texas Tech Ellender Per Bennie

Hank Aaron Homers as Braves Rally Past Giants

Atlanta defeats San Francisco by rallying in the first inning behind Hank Aaron who hit his first homer of the year driving in four runs. Giants struggle as the Braves seize early lead and hold on for the win.

Atlanta Hank Aaron San Francisco Giants Creighton

Royal Rally Tops Chisox in Kansas City

AP report states Mike Hedlund singled home the tiebreaking run as the Kansas City Royals rallied past the Chicago White Sox with a three-run seventh inning. Key hitters included Hedlund and Harrison with the Royals overcoming a strong Sox comeback in a tense late game at Kansas City.

Kansas City Mike Hedlund Is City Royals Tormy John Chicago White Sox

Mayberry Homers Help Astros Beat Reds in Slim Win

John Mayberry slugged his fourth homer of the year and drove in three as the Houston Astros defeated Cincinnati 5 2. Pete Rose hit his 11th homer in the first, Cesar Cedeno and Rod Richard contributed key moments, while Reds pitcher Rodney Richard exited with a blister after a debut rough outing.

A Marshall Nul Nniker Tulane Tearrere Walner Latta Marshall SNATS John Mayberry Houston Astros Aneenensics Cincinnati Saturn Saam Pech Mayberry Doty Raedder Ross Grimsley Astros Pete Rose T Houston Rost Joe Morgan George Foster Cesar Cedeno Rodney Richard San Francisco Reds Jimmy!Stewart Cincinnati

Panhandle State Tops ENMU In 36 13 Victory

Panhandle State College built a 10 0 lead early and added points in each quarter to defeat Easter New Mexico 36 13. Key plays included 20 yard field by Ted Polman, a six yard TD pass from Gib Dolezal to Mark Polman, and a TD run by Darrel Atkins. ENMU scored late two touchdowns, but Panhandle extended the lead with Dolezal connection to Mike Benson and a two yard run. Guards and kickers made the PATs.

Goopwell Okla Panhandle State College New Mexico Ted Polman Panhandle Dolezal Brother Mark Polman Darrel Atkins Bryan Baltzer ENMU Mike Fi Rankin Greg Martin Franks Turner Phillips Martin Mike Benson Ségard

Grid Scores Continue Across Regions With Upsets Reported

Regional scores show East to Southwest results including Lehigh 38 over host, Indiana 36, St Norbert 7. Midwest matchups feature Stevens 3 Northland 1 and Wisconsin State 4. several West and Southwest games list state colleges, universities, and intrastate rivals with varied outcomes. Strong showings from Washington 63 and San Francisco State 35 headline a busy college grid slate across conferences and exhibition play.

Far West Washington Cal Uy Sparhara San Francisco St Puget State

SHSU Holds Off Cardinals 13-12 in thriller

In Beaumont, Sam Houston State edged Lamar State 13-12 as Walter Anderson kicked two field goals and Eugene Lewis added a one yard TD run. Lamar State led 6-3 at halftime on a 48 yard pass to Joe Bowser, but failed on the point after and the late two point conversion attempt.

Mets Romp Past Phils

New York Mets routed Philadelphia 9-2 behind a six hit effort from starter Tom Seaver and three RBIs by Ken Singleton on a Saturday night. The Philadelphia lineup struggled as Seaver dominating for his season’s second win while Singleton contributed with a key run and RBI hits.

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Coyotes Edge Ponies In Opener In Wild Finish

Coronado and Amason staged a scoring duel as the Coyotes overcame a Mustang rally to win 28 18. Key plays included Sampson’s 29 yard rush, Walker’s 33 yard reception, Hamlett’s two yard scoring run, and Littleton connecting with Quinlan for the decisive score with 1 01 left. McCann sprinted 17 yards to seal it as Flake added the final PAT. Walker also intercepted a pass late to stop another WF drive.

Chuck Oakley Sampson Coronado Amason Coyotes Mike Bewley Baker Ilgage Finke Walker Tim Sampson Strother Mustangs Hamlett Robinson Littleton Quinlan Flake Keith McDonald Joe Best Mitch McCann

Saturday’s results spark high scoring baseball chaos

Reported scores show New York routing Cleveland and Detroit 10 to 1, Boston blanking 0 to 0 through 20 innings, Milwaukee beating California, and Oakland edging Minnesota 5 to 5 in a split schedule. The American League slate also notes a late night effort with Chicago and Los Angeles games and a Grambling appearance dominating discussions among scouts after a 82 percent attendance.

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Dallas Stings Chiefs 24-17 in preseason comeback

Dallas, led by Roger Staubach, rallied to beat Kansas City 24-17 at the Cotton Bowl. Gloster Richardson, a former Chief, caught a 70 yard TD from Craig Morton with four minutes left as Dallas improved to 6-0 in the preseason. Len Dawson starred early for KC with two long TD passes before backups struggled in the second half.

Dallas Gloster Richardson Kansas City Craig Morton Cowboys Chiefs Richardson Dennis Homan David Hadley John Huarte Roger Staubach

Fourth Quarter Coronado-Amazon Fun Base Play Details

Fourth quarter notes describe Coronado Amazon Fun base failed while Coronado Amamon ran to a tailed WF Quanian 27 pass to Littleton, kickoff attempt blocked by WE McCann on a 37 yard run.

Coronado Amazon Amamon Quanian Littleton We—Mccann

Sonics sign center Bob Rule for 1971 season

Seattle SuperSonics announce the signing of 6'9" center Bob Rule who missed most of last season with an Achilles injury. The team also signs 6'6" forward Mike Jordan from the University of Puget Sound to a one year contract.

Seattle UPI Bob Rule The Seattle! SuperSonics National Basketball Association the Sonics Mike Jordan University of Puget Sound

Cates Paces WMU's Win

Sophomore Larry Cates scored three rushing touchdowns to lead Western Michigan to a 35 point victory over Illinois State in the season opener. WMU’s defense yielded a one yard rush, a school low, as coach Bill Doolittle earned his eighth straight opening win. Cates, a Columbus Ohio native, found the end zone on 10 6 and 5 yard runs. The Broncos struck first when safety Jon Woodrow tackled Billy Lewis in the end zone.

Kalamazoo Mich Larry Cates Western Michigan Illinois State WMU Bill Doolittle Cates Columbus Ohio Broncos Jon Woodrow ISU Billy Lewis Redbirds

Wisconsin Routs Northern Illinois in 31-0 win

Wisconsin overwhelmed Northern Illinois 31-0 as Rufus Ferguson scored twice on a four yard run and a 42 yard sprint while Greg Johnson returned an 85 yard punt for a touchdown. Roger Jaeger added a 26 yard field goal and Rudy Steiner scored on the opening play of the fourth quarter.

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