Freeway Series Opens as A's Face Dodgers in World Series
Oakland sends Ken Holtzman to the mound against Andy Messersmith in the World Series opener. Reggie Jackson may play despite a hamstring pull as the A’s and Dodgers, led by Garvey and Bando, clash in Los Angeles. Fingers and Odom were involved in a clubhouse incident with injuries reported.
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North Shelby Raiders fall to Marceline in 1A title chase
North Shelby lost 16-6 to Marceline, snapping the Raiders 26-game win streak as defending state champions. Nearby Kirksville ended a 24-game skid with a 20-14 win over Moberly, setting up next week's homecoming clash with Mexico.
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NHL Hockey Results and Schedule Brief
Associated Press notes Friday's California 3, Atlanta 0 hockey game and Saturday's slate including Buffalo at Philadelphia. It lists upcoming matchups New York Rangers versus Toronto, Kansas City and New York Islanders, Los Angeles at Montreal, Washington at Minnesota, Detroit at Pittsburgh, and Vancouver.
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Hickman Domination Beats Jefferson City 27 0 In Rivalry
Columbia Hickman toppled Jefferson City 27 to 0 in a CEMO football showdown. The Kewpie defense limited the Jays to 35 rushing yards and two first downs, with a punt miscue deep in Jays territory setting up a Leo Lewis sneak for a score. Hickman improved to 5-1, 1-0 league. Jefferson City fell to 4-2, 2-1.
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Mexico Bulldogs Rally Past Sedalia for 20-8 Victory
Mexico backfield duo Billy Fry and Mike Long sparked a 20-8 win at Sedalia as Fry rushed 167 yards on 25 carries and scored twice while Long added 73 yards in his return. McFarland added a TD as Mexico improved to 4-2, with Kirksville looming next.
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Sewell Leads Centralia Past Highland For League Crown
Centralia Panthers stay undefeated at 6-0 with a 29-3 victory over Highland. Senior QB Greg Sewell rushes for three touchdowns and passes for another as Centralia dominates on offense after a slow start. Panthers improve to 4-0 in the Clarence Cannon Conference and host Bowling Green next.
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Mark Twain Caps Breaks In 24-12 Win Over Van-Far
Mark Twain Tigers beat Van-Far 24-12 in a non conference game with two fumble recovery TDs and a safety. Curt Morehead scored on a one yard sneak, Roger Stout returned a fumble 51 yards for a TD, Arnold Meyer added a one yard run, and Dennis Stuart led the defense as Mark Twain improves to 2-4 while Van-Far drops to 0-4.
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Hannibal Crushes Fulton On Ground In Bout
Hannibal Pirates defeated Fulton 38-12 on Friday night at Fulton. Hannibal ran for 335 yards while holding Fulton to 16 rushing yards. Rod Knepp rushed for 100 yards and three touchdowns, with Greg Nesbit adding 134 yards as Hannibal moved to 5-1 and Fulton to 4-2 in a non conference clash.
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Helias Cruises Past Rolla in Mid-State Conference Opener
Helias Crusaders stifled Rolla with a stout defense in Jefferson City to win 28-2. Rolla managed minus 11 rushing yards and only two first downs, one by penalty, while Dana Lueckenhoff scored twice for Helias and the lead stood 13-0 at halftime. Rolla’s lone points came on a blocked punt.
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Surprising St Louis Has Chance To All But Eliminate Cowboys
Howard Smith reports Dallas Cowboys face a 1-3 start and a 4-0 St Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Cards lead NFC East, while Dallas hopes Calvin Hill returns to form. Other Week schedules and key matchups noted.
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Paris Coyotes rally past NorCal in Lewis & Clark opener
In a soggy Friday night game Paris downed North Callaway 12 6 to seize the Lewis & Clark Conference opener. Quarterback Kessie Long threw two TD passes, including a 20 yard strike to Pete Carter, while Paris rushed for 175 yards and 49 passing yards. NorCal, missing key players, scored first on Jim Krampe’s 2 yard run.
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Missouri High School Football Roundup
Scores across Missouri high school football feature numerous games with standout showings. Notable results include St. Pius 70 over Hillspore and Richmond 46 over West, plus Jefferson City 0 over Columbia Hickman.
Mexico vs Sedalia football game summary
Mexico and Sedalia played a rough contest with rushing and passing attempts from Fine and McRoy. Sedalia spread yardage with Spruell and Newbill sharing carries, while McRoy threw and was intercepted twice. Receiving totals show Neybill Vinson and others, with several first downs and penalties noted.
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