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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1961

Page

14

Cansler Leads Tight Scoring Race in Class A and B

Hereford’s Mack Cansler extends his lead in Class B scoring with 44 points after four games, while Mike Boxwell of Dumas trails by 26. Wilburn Zuber of Morton tops overall scoring with 60, though Pat Hubbard of Denver City looms. Lovelace ties for Class A lead at 40. Jimmy Bennett also 40 as Lovelace recovers from early injuries.

Mack Cansler Hereford Mike Boxwell Dumas Wilburn Zuber Morton Denver City Pat Hubbard Larry Witt Ropesville James Breshears Amherst Lovelace Jerry Lovelace Farwell Jimmy Bennett Kress Cansler Boxwell Jimmy Stapleton Frenship Lloyd Louthan Hale Center Silverton Sundown Stapleton Witt Breshears Lee Crews Anton Sammy Faulkner Seagraves Whiteface Turkey

Rain Halts U.S. Cuppers' Drills in New Delhi

Rain postponed Davis Cup preparations as the U S team halted practice in New Delhi while getting set for the inter zone finals against India this week. U S players acclimated to conditions and awaited the start of the crucial series.

New Delhi India U.S

Cowboys Land Lockett for Future Draft Pick

The Dallas Cowboys obtained rookie fullback JW Lockett from the San Francisco 49ers for a future draft choice. Lockett, 6 foot 2, 220 pounds, played briefly with the 49ers, rushing 11 times for 18 yards and catching four passes for 35 yards. He is from Bardwell Texas and attended Central Oklahoma State. The Cowboys placed linebacker Sonny Davis on the 30 day injured list to make room for Lockett.

Dallas Cowboys JW. Lockett San Francisco Forty-Niners Lockett Central Oklahoma State Bardwell Tex Locket Cowboys Sonny Davis

Cook Also Shines In Big Southwest Conference Shakeup

Lamar Consolidated rises to No 1 in the Southwest Conference after a season-opening weekend. Jerry Cook of the University Christian and Charles Tal of the International press era lead early football ratings, while Gibbs takes total offense with 123 yards and Baylor’s ground attack stacks up 292 yards. The top 10 shifts include Brownwood, La Vega, Gainesville, and several newcomers like Tommy Crutcher and Lance Alworth among others.

United Press Lamar Consolidated Dallas Buddy Ties Texas Toen Ine Colted Talen Southwest Confer-s Southwest Confer-1 Vicion California Tles Brownwood la Vega Sopho Mores Ronnie Goodwin Baylor Gainesville James Saxton Texas Ronnie Bull Lance Alworth Art Kansas Tommy Crutcher TCU Jim Linnstaedter A&m Billy Gannon Tom Sherwin SMU Gibbs Jerry Cook Cox

Wink Faces Undefeated McCamey In Top A Game

Wink Wildcats ride a 4 game win streak as undefeated McCamey visits. Albany and Wink remain the only Class A perfect survivors to date while Anahuac, Waller, and others chase district titles. McCamey and Wink clash with high scoring offenses anticipated.

Wink Undefeated McCamey United Press International Albany Anahuac Waller Katy Bulldogs Coleman Selay Eagle Lake Wildcats McCamey Badger Springlake

Cannon Makes Big Bid For Starting QB Role

Levelland standout Doug Cannon pushes for Texas Tech starting honor as incumbent Johnny Lovelace and Allen Shuler contend. Coach J T King notes Cannon’s strong showing in practice and past high school honor, while Mississippi State game limited his chance to prove himself. Raider offense focuses on passing, kicking, and protecting the quarterback ahead of Texas Tech clash.

Doug Cannon Levelland Texas ‘Tech Johnny Lovelace Allen Shuler Cannon South Plains Mississippi State J.T. King State Doug Raiders Lovelace Shuler David Parks Bob Witucki Larry Jones Jerry Garrison Dennis Grimes King Missisippi State University of Texas

Texas High School Football Ratings and Weekend Schedule

United Press International tabulates Texas AAA and other classifications with first place votes tallied. The week’s schedule lists matches including Bowie, Jefferson, Permian, Paschal, and many district games across Austin, San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas areas with numerous pairings and venues.

United Press International United Press Lional Texas ‘High Dhes Vienia Falls San Antonio ‘Jefferson San ‘Angelo Galena “Park Odessa Permian Mier Baytown Forworth Paschal Bile Tiel Ysleta Aterm Stouston “Temple Amarilla Gyeucht Wochita Falls Lawton Dia Amamio Defferyon San Ange Sark Beazosport Corpo Chitth Daytown Ter ‘City Arlington Fort Worth Paschal Gustin Austins Corpus Christi Ui Breckenridge Yaleta Corpus Christ la Vega Levelland Lle Belton San Antonio Sam Houston Pharr San Juan del Flo Huntsville Nederland Kan Antonio Lee Bee Phillips St Corsicane Bowie Anch Reichardson Carrollton Hereford Missouri Lamar Consolidated Brownwond Au Temple Edinburg San Benito

Monterey Forces In Good Shape After 206 Loss

Monterey football coach Bill DuBose reported the Plainsmen in good shape after a 206 loss to Permian Friday night. Jerry Shipley, who sprained his ankle, practiced in full and should be ready for Friday’s Midland High clash as Monterey heads into district play and a three game road stretch starting Friday. Midland’s 150 halftime lead against Palo Duro contrast with a 213 final score as Monterey prepares for the district schedule at Pampa.

Monterey Bill DuBose Jerry Shipley DuBose Midland High Plainsmen Panther Midland Palo Duro Pampa Lowrey Field Amarillo

Jett Angelo Guin Leads Wichita Falls Ruling Return

Jett and Angelo Guin continue to dominate Wichita Falls events securing another decisive victory. The duo's performance reinforces their top status in local competition and signals ongoing strength for the team.

Jett Angelo Guin Wichita Falls

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