Woody Hayes and the genesis of the possession offense
Woody Hayes observed Bud Wilkinson’s drills showing the power of the possession offense. Wilkinson tested with an all-American defender and a third string tackle on offense as dummies lined the ball carrier. The drill yielded consistent yardage, inspiring Hayes to adopt the approach for Ohio State.
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Middletown banquet hints at shift toward wide open play
Glenn Ellison told Middletown High on Tuesday that Woody Hayes leans toward a balanced offense rather than a full wide open style, likening the trend to recent college moves. He says Hayes is adopting the approach in small amounts, signaling a cautious shift in offensive philosophy.
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Hayes Changing Tactics Signals Run and Shoot Interest
The former mentor notes signs of change as Woody seeks receivers, testing Don Unverforth throwing to ends for twenty minutes. Ellison says a strong defender neutralized passes, prompting consideration of a run and shoot offense if capable hands exist. Woody koke to recruit Bob Walden and Jimmy Nein from Middies for defense or offense roles.
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Balk Rule Sparks Frustration Across National League
Pitchers and managers chase a yardstick for balk calls as Augie Donatelli’s crew enforces a full second pause before delivery. Mays slides home on balks in three cities while Giants, Braves, and Pirates win amid a spike in balks. AL has yet to see one.
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Reds aim to back Jay versus Pirates in tilt
Cincinnati pitcher Joey Jay seeks run support as he faces the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three game series opener. Jay has lost two close starts despite five hits allowed in each. Bob Friend, who beat Cincinnati earlier, was set to start against Jay.
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Braves' Road Trip Pits Challenging Tests for 1963 Run
Milwaukee's Braves, riding a seven game win streak, start a key road swing, facing favorites San Francisco Giants Los Angeles Dodgers and Cincinnati Reds. Bragan calls it the first real test, praising strong pitching defense and clutch hitting by Hank Aaron Ed Mathews Frank Bolling and others.
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White Sox blank KC as Herbert shines on three hits
Pitcher Ray Herbert of the White Sox shut out Kansas City 3-0 allowing three hits while retiring 21 of 22 batters in a stretch. Willie Mays of the Giants had a double and two singles with two runs scored as they beat Houston 6-3.
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Dodgers Hitters Sidelined by Davis Hospitalization
Tommy Davis, last year’s batting leader with a .346 average and 153 RBIs, is in the hospital with a hamstring injury after a March 31 exhibition. Dodgers, co favored in the NL, have four wins and five losses after nine games against strong opponents. Davis will rest at least a week as the team struggles offensively despite solid pitching.
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Eagles Vote on Sale of Club to Syndicate Led by Paul Brown
Philadelphia Eagles stockholders vote on selling the NFL franchise with 65 owners holding 91 units. A syndicate led by Paul Brown is the likely buyer if the minimum price of 442 million is met.
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Toronto Reign Could Be Long For Maple Leafs Dynastic Run
Toronto Maple Leafs closed the 1967 final series with a 4-1 series win over Detroit Red Wings to claim back-to-back Stanley Cups. Dave Keon scored twice in the clincher as Frank Mahovlich sat out, and Ed Shack scored the late winner after a deflection on Kent Douglas shot.
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Pitchers Welcome New Strike Zone In Early Season
Early returns on easeball’s enlarged strike zone show pitchers thriving as hitters push for a recount. In two AL games, Ray Herbert’s White Sox defeated the Athletics 3–0, and Dick Stigman’s Twins beat the Angels 3–0. Herbert returned from a nine day arm layoff and dominated, while Stigman allowed only a lone extra-base hit, a Jim Fregosi double.
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