Dodgers Face Must-Win Stretches to Claim NL West
Los Angeles trails San Francisco by one game with three remaining as they host Houston for a three game set. Maury Wills says pressure shifts to the Giants while Wes Parker stresses the simple math: the Dodgers must win all three to stay alive. Bill Singer starts tonight against Houston rookie James Rodney Richards amid illness and injuries.
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Three Boast Perfect Marks District Play Opens Friday
District 3-AA opens Friday with unbeaten teams in play as Floydada, Denver City, Abernathy, Lockney, and Friona chase early supremacy. Key games include Lockney’s 19-6 win over Idalou and Frenship’s 10-8 victory, with Denver City facing Slaton and Wolfforth hosting Frenship.
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Arizona Tilt Reflects Raider Coach Acknowledgments
Basic football report notes Raider coach praise for players and team physician Dr. Wallace Hess after a hot humid game. Players suffered cramps but returned strong, with 89 degree heat and salt loss cited as factors in the struggle.
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Tech Backs Get Contact In Focus For Arizona Prep
Tech coach Jim Carlen emphasized short yardage offense after a 34 0 loss to Oakland. He praised players for effort, noted backs must hit holes harder and lined up running backs and quarterbacks for a brief contact session. Sam Gruneisen of San Diego blocked well in the loss as the team prepares for Arizona.
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Center May Miss Year Charger Center May Miss Year
An AP report from San Diego notes the Chargers center may miss the year due to an injury. No opponent or date specified, highlighting concerns over the team’s interior line.
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Big Wins Behind Big Wins Behind Pressure Builds for Buffs
Colorado cap off a 20 14 upset of Ohio State in Columbus and beat LSU at Baton Rouge as they aim to extend a top ten streak. Kansas State visits Boulder Saturday in a key Big Eight tilt with coach Eddie Crowder keeping K State focus quiet.
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College grid rankings show shifts after week results
Nebraska and Penn State beat Iowa and Stanford 44-14 and 38-17 respectively, moving in rankings after a week with Georgia rising to 11th after defeating Clemson 28-0 and Tennessee trailing. Arizona State climbs to 13th after a Utah win while Ohio State and LSU hold spots amid varied performances. Colorado’s defense stifles Ohio State. injuries affect LSU and Colorado prep for Kansas State as Coach Gibson notes readiness.
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Ohio State Sees Calls Misjudge Key Touchdown
Ohio State coach cites 46 yard difference and alleges bad officiating in a late game sequence. He contests a six yard Lamka run called back and a pass interference on Jimmie Lee Harris, saying film review will go to Big Ten commissioner Wayne Duke for decision.
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Veteran Grunelsen Likely Out After Ligament Injury
Grunelsen, a 10 year veteran, sustained ligament damage and may require surgery as trainer Jimmy Van Deusen discusses potential procedures.
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Perry to start for Giants in crucial Frisco San Diego series
Veteran right-hander Gaylord Perry will take the mound for the San Francisco Giants in the opening game of a pivotal three game set in San Diego. The Giants hold a slim one game lead in the NL West over the Dodgers as Ed Acosta opposes Perry, with Carruthers and Marichal lined up for the remaining games.
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