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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1974

Page

9

Bulldogs Finish Third At State 3A Track Meet

Mexico Bulldogs finished third at the inaugural 3A state meet as Randy Ezell set a shot put state record of 55 feet 2 3/4 inches and Andy Piper cleared 6 feet 9 inches in the high jump. Ernie Duncan ran 10.1 seconds in the 100 and tied for third, with a 10.0 flat leg noted as an outstanding time. The meet was delayed by a rainstorm, with Waynesville taking top honors and Charleston finishing second.

Randy Evzell Andy Piper Mexico Waynesville Charleston Ezell Piper Ernie Duncan Duncan Ron Whittaker

Marines Complete Fitness Tests Set Records

Certificates were awarded to 283 boys who qualified for the National Marine Corps League Physical Fitness Test among 288 entries. Tests covered pull ups sit ups standing broad jump 200 yard shuttle run and pushups with a 500 point maximum. Eight records were set this spring including five school marks.

National Marine Corps League Paul Janke Dean Umstattd

Randy Ezell Wins 3A Shot Put Title at Mexico High

Randy Ezell earned his third state title May 18 in class 3A shot put with a 56.2 foot throw, boosting his track legacy at Mexico High. He also holds two state wrestling titles, numerous wrestling records, and a football scholarship to Oklahoma State, with plans to wrestle in college. This senior year also ends Ezell’s feature run alongside cousin David.

Randy Ezell Randy Ezell Oklahoma State David

Epitomy of the Perfect Athlete Explores Motives

The piece argues athletes fall into professional college and high school groups with diverse motives. It notes some play for money glory or pressure from others while a few pursue sport for sheer pleasure or dedication, and stresses unity through diverse participation despite differing motives. It mentions Randy Ezell of Mexico High as a local highlight.

Air Force Academy offers scholarships and flying lessons

The notice outlines opportunities for students and cadets including scholarships, flying lessons in certain cases, and college majors at the Air Force Academy. It highlights civilian job planning, part time reserves, and earning potential about $600 yearly with one weekend a month, urging guidance counselor contact or coupon submission.

Air Force Academ Air Force Reserve

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