Redlegs Turn Back Giants as Bench Hits Decisive Homer
Johnny Bench belted a two run homer in the seventh to lift the Cincinnati Reds to a 6-5 win over San Francisco. Al Downing won for the Dodgers in Atlanta as Phil Niekro allowed only four hits. Willie Davis supplied a homer for Los Angeles and George Foster homered for the Reds in the fifth. The Giants' late rally included a Willie Mays double and Ken Henderson grounder scoring, but failed to overtake the Reds.
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Mike Lum
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Richie Allen
Manny Mota
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Vance
Atlanta
Phil Niekro
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Willie Mays
Mays
Ken Henderson
Tito Fuentes
Ross Grimsley
Willie McCovey
Bonds
Innning
Chris Speier
Jim MacGlothlin
Tolied
Woody Wood
Farwell Stuns Morton 20 12 for Comeback Victory
Farwell overcoming a 12-7 deficit in the fourth quarter, quarterback Brett Hargrove led a late rally. He threw a 30 yard TD to Johnny Franse and scored on a six yard run with 25 seconds left to seal a 20-12 win as Morton falls to 1-2.
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Seagraves Eagles outpace Sudan Hornets in muddy duel
In Sudan Seagraves galloped 1 yards by Tarry Gibson for a second quarter touchdown. The Eagles built an 8 halftime lead, then Maurice Evans added a 2 yard QB sneak for insurance as Seagraves beat the Hornets 14 to 6. Sudan fumbled six times and finished 2-1 on the season while Seagraves moved to 2-1. Eugene Lopez Brad West Mike Hedges starred for Sudan. for Seagraves Mike Williams led the defense.
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Kevin May
Eugene Lopez
Brad West
Mike Hedges
Mike Williams
Eagles Stun Spur 40-0 in non-district clash
Roosevelt Eagles overpower Spur Bulldogs 40-0 in a Friday grid battle. David Vasques scored twice with contributions from Don Jackson and Jimmy Matsler who added PATs. David Hammett and Walter Mann made key plays while Keith Stone returned a fumble for six. Spur drops to 1-2. Roosevelt improves to 2-1.
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David Vasques
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Vasques
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Walter Mann
Keith Stone
Spur
Silverton Owls Top Groom Tigers 21-6 in Nonleague Game
Silverton gains its second win of the season at 2-1 after a 21-6 victory over Groom. Marvin Self scores two rushing TDs including a 35 yard sprint, Dana Martin connects with Terry Cautwell for a 26 yard TD, and David McCoy adds a two point conversion. Jim West returns a Silverton pass interception for Groom’s lone score and the two point try fails.
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Groom Tigers
Marvin Self
Owls
Pat
Dana Martin
Terry Cautwell
Self
David McCoy
Groom
Jim West
Flower Grove Dragons Win District Opener Over Southland Eagles
The Flower Grove Dragons defeated the Southland Eagles 33 to 7 in the District 4-B opener. The Dragons led 12 to 7 at halftime and pulled away in the second half to secure the win.
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Flower Grove Dragons
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Memorial to Player Doyle Hartless Highlighted New Deal Victory
The New Deal Lions beat the Cooper Pirates 60 to 54 in a memorial game for Doyle Hartless, a starting end killed in a recent car train crash. New Deal rises to 1-2. Cooper advances to 2-1 in the season.
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Tahoka Bulldogs Top Olton 14-12 in Narrow Victory
Tahoka beat Olton 14-12 after a late defensive stand. Tahoka’s key plays included a 60 yard sprint and a crucial one yard dive for the go ahead, while Olton’s Keith Workman and Dale Long led defense with seven and seven tackles, respectively.
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Anton Bulldogs blank Whiteface in 24 0 victory
The Anton Bulldogs shut out Whiteface 24 to 0 marking a third straight game with a clean goal line. Quinnion Williams ran 22 yards for the first score, Bil Walthall added a 92 yard touchdown reception, Tommy Betts scored twice on a 3 yard and a 12 yard TD runs.
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Tommy Betts
Betts
Antelopes
Van Horn Eagles Top Cardinals 14-8 in Tight Night Battle
In Eunice, the Van Horn Eagles beat the Lunice Cardinals 14-8. An early 18 yard pass from Donny Conoly to Colt Bramblett put Van Horn on the board followed by Raul Santiago's successful PAT.
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Cowboys Claim Second Victory Over Alamo Mustangs
The Cowboys rallied from an early deficit to lead 14-3 at halftime and hold on for a 14-3 win as Reggie Baker, Ricky Jordan, and Greg Looney scored on early drives. Jerry Gillis connected for a late TD pass that narrowed the gap briefly. The Hawks edged the 76ers 81-80 in an NBA exhibition in Jacksonville.
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Greg Looney
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Sandy Whitaker
Looney
Steve Cole
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Fred Vitels
Sweetwater Mustangs Romp Past Andrews Mustangs 21–14
In a soggy field at Friday night action, Sweetwater defeated Andrews 21 to 14. John Houston sprinted 73 yards for a TD, Faron McCain added two 1yard scores, and William Hunt kicked extra points as the second quarter produced the decisive scoring.
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New Mexico
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Forrest
Caprock Rolls Past Canyon to Third Win
Caprock Longhorns overpower Canyon Eagles 34 7 in a non loop game. Burgess opened scoring with a four yard TD. Lozano added two rushing TDs and Teague a 20 yard TD reception. Canyon finally replied with Wright to Grona for eight yards. Caprock seals victory with Burgess four yard TD.
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Fred Grona
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Burgess
Lawrence Escoto
Barney’ Banda
Joe Valasquez
Plainview Upsets Midland Lee Behind Hallman 138 Yards
Halfback Scott Hallman rushed 28 times for 138 yards and scored all three touchdowns to lift Plainview Bulldogs to a 21-7 upset over Midland Lee. The Bulldogs held Lee to 65 rushing yards and 134 passing yards as Plainview posted its first win after two losses.
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Midland Lee
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Scott Hallman
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Bill Callahan
Lee
Midland bulldogs topple Monterey in late thriller
Midland outlasted Monterey by stifling defense and timely runs. Gamble led with 73 yards on 18 carries while Yarbrough struggled with four interceptions and key fumbles. The Bulldogs pulled ahead late as blanks and a late interception sealed the win.
Golden Tors Roll Past Pecos 27 6 in Friday Tilt
Pecos faced Lamesa as Golden Tors built a 17-0 surge in the third period. Sisson connected on a 41-yard pass before Hardage sprinted for a 41-yard TD. Tittenom added a 1-yard field goal for a 10-0 at halftime and later a 22-yard boot to cap the scoring.
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Hardage
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Sisson
Friona Defeats Muleshoe 13 6 in defensive slugfest
Friona Chieftains secure their first grid win over Muleshoe since 1959 with a late goal line stand in a 13 to 6 victory. James Bartlett scored on 24 yard catch, Bobby Drake added PAT, Mike Royal and James Sims key for Friona, while Bobby Hays scored for Muleshoe.
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Mike Royal
James Sims
Larry Fallwell
Carlsbad Cavemen Triumph Over Kermit 35-13
Touchdown hungry Carlsbad Cavemen defeated Kermit Yellowjackets 35-13 in Kermit. Gus Kirby broke free for a 70-yard TD, while John Ingram and Bruce subia led Whitharral and Borden County into decisive first-quarter bursts. Warren Armstrong traded to the Floridians from the Pacers for cash and a 1972 draft pick.
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Seminole Indians Rally Past Lovington 19 14
Donald Roberts scores a one yard touchdown in the fourth quarter to lift the Seminole Indians to a 19 14 win over the Lovington Wildcats. Earlier Kregg Pierson and Roberts produced early scores and a 50 yard pass to Tommy Schuler set up a key drive. Loyd Payne 90 yard kickoff return sparked Lovington’s comeback. Pat Sorrells converted for the halftime 13 7 margin.
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Wildcats rout Slaton 34 0 in pre district romp
Littlefield outgained Slaton 309 rushing yards to 59 and built a 34-0 win as Ralph Funk scored twice and Jay Trammell connected on two TD plays. Dennis Hartley added a 50 yard TD, and Funk finished with a three yard score as Littlefield improved to 2-1.
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Mat Giles
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