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Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 03, 1972

Page

14

Richmond High Faces Tie Rule Mix Up In Indiana

In a surprising moment after a game, Richmond athletic director Charles Hilton and principal Donnie French approached Middletown Middies official Ed Payne to relay that ties must be resolved. Payne was told to inform coach Jack Gordon that tie breaking is mandatory in Indiana.

Charles Hilton Donnie French Ed “‘Skeeter Payne Middletown Middies Indiana Jack Gordon Gordon

Payne cites issues at Quarterback Club meeting over ties

After a Frisch's gathering Payne faulted handling of tied games and rule adherence. Gordon said an official advised playing off a tie if needed, prompting pregame uncertainty as Richmond failed a required three day notice. Offensive delays and a disputed penalty request aggravated the half.

Payne Frisch's Ohio High School Athletic Association Gordon Middies

Officials Blame Referees After Close Hoosier Rivalry Game

Gordon urged changes to officiating if the series with the two schools continues. Films show three Red Devils swarming Mark Frazer after a field goal attempt in the second quarter. Richmond had two men in motion twice, but penalties were not called. Gordon questioned a Middies first down in the final minute as the head linesman ruled the ball short and back from halfback Donnie Howard’s progress.

Richmond Middies Ohio Indiana Red Devils Hoosierland Gordon Mark Frazer Donnie Howard

Coach laments tough loss and hopes to rebound for Fairfield

A coach expressed disappointment after a hard fought defeat. He praised his team for an excellent effort and said they deserved to win. He noted a tough mood but urged players to bounce back for Friday's Fairfield game.

Fairfield

Stoneman Upsets in AL East Showdown Burst of Tigers Rally

Hal Rock reports Luis Tiant faces Detroit in a critical AL East showdown as Boston hopes for a win to stay alive. A doubleheader highlighted by Bill Stoneman’s no hitter for Montreal earlier steals the spotlight. Detroit’s offense, led by Kaline and Rodriguez, powers past Boston 4 1. The Red Sox stumble on Aparicio’s costly slip, threatening their title chances.

Hal Rock Associated Press Luis Tiant Boston Red Sox Detroit Ricio Sox Tigers Montreal Bill Stoneman New York Mets Mets Mickey Lolich Aurelio Rodriguez al Kaline Kaline

Marion Pleasants Long Streak Boosts AP Class A Poll Lead

Marion Pleasant Spartans ride Ohio's longest current win streak to top the AP Class A state poll, edging Ada by 37 points as Massillon leads Class AAA and Warren Harding tumbles after a setback. The Spartans reach the lead after Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley upset Newark Catholic.

George Strode Associated Press Columbus Ohio Marion Pleasant Spartans Marion Marion County Ada Massil Lon Warren

Buckeyes Climb Into 3rd Place

The Associated Press poll shows Southern California and Oklahoma atop the rankings. Ohio State moves to third after a 29-14 win over North Carolina, with Alabama at fourth following a 48-21 victory over Vanderbilt. Texas enters the Top Ten at No. 9 after beating Texas Tech 25-20.

Southern California Oklahoma Associated Press Trojans John McKay Michigan State Chuck Fairbanks Sooners Clemson Ohio State Alabama North Carolina Vanderbilt Colorado Oklahoma State Tennessee Auburn Notre Dame Purdue Louisiana State Wisconsin Texas Texas Tech

Erving Back In Court Over Squires Case Ends

Federal judge orders Julius Erving to stay with the New Jersey Squires and to settle any contract dispute by arbitration. NBA fines against Atlanta Hawks for exhibition games stand disputed as legal actions, with appeals planned. Red Holtzman to coach Old Timers game with Nat Holman at CCNY dedication.

NEW York Nat Holman CCNY Red Holtzman New York Knicks National Basketball Association Holman Erving University of Massachusetts Virginia Squire American Basketball Association Atlanta Hawks Milwaukee Bucks Massachusetts Atlanta NBA Board of Governors Jude Edward R. Neaher The Squires Kennedy Carolina Hawks NBA

Prep Poll Standings Across Ohio Cities

Massillon leads with 236 points from 4-0-0. Columbus Eastmoor follows with 409, 137. Sandusky has 404, 134. Canton McKinley 3-1-0 for 117. Elyria 4-0-0 with 97 points. Warren Western Reserve 4-0-0, 95. Steubenville 4-0, 81. Warren Harding 3-1-0, 81. Cincinnati Elder 4-0-0, 65. Cincinnati Princeton 3-0-1, 62.

Massillon Columbus Eastmoor Sandusky Canton MicKinley Elyria Warren Western Reserve Steubenville Warren Harding Cincinnati Elder Cincinnati Prineton

Ohio High School Standings Notables And Scores

Warren Kennedy leads with 40 0 record and 190 points. Dayton Jefferson 4 0 0 with 143. Steubenville Catholic 2 0 2 has 132. Portsmouth West 4 0 0 with 123. Columbus Watterson 4 0 0. Storm 40 0 0 and Wheelersburg 4 0 0 82. Hamilton Badin 400 45. Bellaire 4 0 0 44 Vermillion 3 1 0 and Clyde 4 0 0 27.

Warren Kennedy Dayton Jefferson Steubenville Catholic Portsmouth West Columbus Watterson Storm Wheelersburg Hamilton Badin Bellaire Vermillion Clyde

Ohio state wrestling standings list for regional teams

A compiled list shows teams with records and points: Marion Pleasant 4-0-0 201, Ada 4-0-0 164, Portsmouth Notre Dame 3-1-0 131, Cory Rawson 40-0 111, Newark Catholic 3-1-0 109, Norwalk St. Paul 40-0 102, Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley 3-0-1 101, New Boston 3-1-0 50, Leipsic 40-0 48, Marion Local Maria Stein 4-0-0 51.

Marion Pleasant Ada Portsmouth Notre Dame Cory Rawson Newark Cattholic Norwalk St. Paul Zoarville Tuscarawas Valley New Boston Leipsic Maria Stein Marion

Canadiens Captain Henri Richard Considers Retirement

Montreal Canadiens captain Henri Richard, 36, says he is seriously considering retirement at the end of this season. He is in his 18th season with the club, and this is the final year of his contract. He spoke in a Wednesday interview in Halifax.

Halifax N.S Henri Richard National Hockey League Montreal Canadiens The Canadiens

Indian on Streak Claims Sixth Straight at Thistledown

Indian won his sixth consecutive race in a $3,700 claimer at Thistledown on Monday, returning $10 to win. Beer Chaser and Bluezac paid $53.50 in the Daily Double.

Cleveland Ohio Indian Beer Chaser Bluezac

Perez Believes Top Trio Makes Cincy Tough

Reds star Tony Perez says Pete Rose, Joe Morgan, and Bobby Tolan on base ability will shape the NL playoff series. Perez, managing 21 homers and 88 RBIs despite injuries, notes Bench’s 120 RBIs and aims for 90 RBIs in six straight seasons.

Perez Cincinnati Pete Rose Joe Morgan Bobby Tolan Reds Tony Perez Bench Anderson Pittsburgh Pirates

Opinions Vary On Reds Byes In Playoff Picks

Pittsburgh AP reports visiting players and managers offered varied forecasts for the NL playoffs. Gene Mauch cites Roberto Clemente as the difference maker for Pittsburgh, while Sparky Anderson echoed that view. Don Zimmer bets Cincinnati has better defense, and Yogi Berra cites pitching and limiting stars Rose, Tolan and Morgan as key.

Pittsburgh Gene Mauch Montreal Expos Pittsburgh Pi Roberto Clemente Mauch Clemente Reds Sparky Anderson Cincinnati Anderson Pirates Don Zimmer San Diego Padres Walter Alston Los Angeles Dodgers Yogi Berra New York Mets Stargell Pete Rose Bobby Tolan Joe Morgan

McAdoo Sidelined With Bad Finger

Buffalo Braves star Bob McAdoo the No 1 draft pick will miss a week with a laceration to his right middle finger suffered in practice Monday night. Team spokesman said the injury will sideline him while he recovers.

Buffalo Bob McAdoo Buffalo Braves National Basketball Association McAdoo

Stoneman Shuts Down Montreal Crowd Pleaser In Montreal Nightcap

Stoneman struck out nine, walked seven, and nearly no-hit Philadelphia veteran recalled by Montreal crowd. Boots Day starred in center with two key grabs and added three RBIs on a bases loaded triple. The Montreal-New York twin bill gave Stoneman a memorable win in overcast 53 degree conditions.

Boston Stoneman New York Montreal Philadelphia Boots Day Ed Kranepool Lute Barnes Day

National League West standings and upcoming schedule

NL West teams led by Cincinnati at 93 59 with Houston 67 56 and Los Angeles 83 70 follow. Atlanta 70 61 and San Francisco 67 86 lag, while Pittsburgh 58 58 and Chicago 68 56 chase makeshift gaps. Monday and Tuesday games highlight key matchups including Chicago at Philadelphia and New York at Montreal with Seaver and Renko slated for starts.

West L. Pet G.B. Cincinnati Houston Los Angeles Atlanta San Francisco San Diego Pittsburgh Chicago New York St. Louis Montreal Philadelphia Carlton McGinn Seaver Webb Renko Torrez Moore Santorini Moose Sutton Niekro Reuss Cincinnati Nolan Caldwell Willoughby East W. L Pet. G.B. Detroit Boston Baltimore iCleveland Milwauke West Oakland Minnesota Kansas City California Texas Milwaukee Detroit Fisher Perry Palmer McNally Cleveland Tidrow Lamb Bell Stotlemyre Paul Busny Tiant Fryman Oakland Hunter Wright

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