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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1972

Page

8

Old rookie Tim Van Galder sparks Cardinals comeback win

Tim Van Galder 28 year old rookie quarterback came off the bench to spark the St. Louis Cardinals to a 17-13 comeback win over the Denver Broncos. He finished 5 for 8 for 82 yards with a touchdown, after the Cardinals traded Pete Beathard and inserted him in the second half. Also, Ray Jamieson suffered a broken neck for Oakland in a 34-9 win over the Rams. Giants and Jets tied 31-31 in a pre season game. Namath threw three TDs but was picked five times. Namath connected with 340 yards on 24 attempts. Players noted for strong showings include Namath, Randy Johnson, Greg Landry, and Dan Fouts. Chiefs host Colts at Arrowhead tonight.

Associated Press Timmy Tim van Galder St. Louis Cardinals Denver Broncs van Galder Cardinal Denver Jackie Smith Bob Hollway St. Louis Cardinals Pete Beathard Los Angeles Iowa State Ray Jamieson Oakland Raiders Jamieson Raiders Los Angeles Rams New York Saints Namath Randy Johnson Giants Alex Webster Jim Plunkett Patriots Bears Chicago Bobby Douglas Earl Thomas Plunkett Greg Landry Lions Browns Terry Hanratty Steelers Falcons Terry Bradshaw

Odessa Raceway Park Drag Races Winners Named

Jack Gibson of Odessa captured eliminator honors with Burch Lake of Austin second. Keith Mauldin of Dallas won street eliminator with William Jackson of Houston second. Mumford Lopez of Irving led top stock while Jerry Branum of Odessa took second. Van Canfield of Odessa won little stock and Rick Beardsley of Clovis was second. Odessans Johnny Lippe and Tommy Boling finished first and second in stock optional. Tommy Ward of Odessa won the show room race with Julie Largourney of Odessa second. Next Odessa Raceway Park meet is a two day event on Sept 16 and 17.

Jack Gibson Odessa Odessa Raceway Park Burch Lake Austin Keith Mauldin Dallas William Jackson Houston Mumford Lopez Irving Jerry Branum van Canfield Rick Beardsley Clovis Julie Largourney

Pro Grid Forecast Denver Seeks Scoring Punch

Denver coach John Ralston plans a two tight end offense to boost scoring after a low 18 touchdowns in 1971. The defense remains strong led by a front four, cornerbacks Leroy Mitchell and Billy Thompson, and new roles for Duranko and Alzado. The Broncos face questions at linebacker and after trades as they pursue a tougher West Division showing in 1972.

Denver Jim Turner Denver Broncos John Ralston Bronco NFL Pete Duranko Rich Jackson Duranko Jackson Dave Costa Ralston Paul Smith Lyle Alzado Fred Forsberg Chip Myrtle

European 800 meters mark sparks Berlin track report

Pekka Vasala of Finland set a European record of 1 minute 44.5 seconds in the 800 meters, narrowly missing the world mark held by Peter Snell and Dave Wottle. Renate Stecher equaled the women’s 106 meter dash record of 11.0 seconds in East Berlin.

Helsinki Pekka Vasala Finland Peter Snell New Zealand Dave Wotte U.S.A Berlin Renate Stecher East Germany ADN Wyomin Tyus Mexico City Lee Evans Newhouse

Pro Grid Standings Friday and weekend results

Pro grid standings show Friday results Washington 34 Philadelphia 10 Buffalo 71 Minnesota 10 Saturday results San Diego 17 San Francisco 6 Miami 38 Cincinnati 17 St Louis 17 Denver 13 Houston 20 Green Bay 3 Oakland 34 Los Angeles 9 Pittsburgh 31 Atlanta 17 New Orleans 30 Sunday results Dallas 30 New Orleans 7 New England 27 Chicago 17 Detroit 3 Cleveland 7 New York Giants 31 New York Jets 31 Monday game Baltimore at Kansas City 9 p.m. edt Thursday St Louis at Houston 8 30 p.m. Friday Washington at Detroit 9 p.m. national television Atlanta at Miami 8 p.m. Saturday Minnesota at Cleveland 9 p.m. Baltimore vs Pittsburgh at Tampa 8 p.m. New York Jets at Dallas 9 p.m. national television San Diego at New Orleans 9 p.m. Oakland vs Buffalo at Berkeley Dallas 4 p.m. Sunday Denver at San Francisco 4 a.m. Los Angeles at Kansas City 9 5 p.m. national television New York Giants at New England 1 p.m. Chicago at Green Bay Milwaukee 9 30 p.m. Cincinnati at Philadelphia 8 p.m.

New York Jets New England Chicago Detroit Cleveland Houston Green Bay Dallas New Orleans Miami Cincinnati San Diego San Francisco Pittsburgh Atlanta St. Louis Denver Oakland Los Angeles New York Giants Baltimore Kansas City Minnesota Tampa Fla Buffalo Berkeley San Fracisco Green Say Milwaukee Philadelphia Associated Press Washington Detroit Rhino New Orleans S

Kenya and Ethiopia Face Crucial Decision at Munich Olympics

Kenya and Ethiopia were portrayed as pivotal nations in the impending walkout over Rhodesia's entry. Ethiopia booked a flight to Addis Ababa while Kenya waited for President Kenyatta's word as Africa's IOC protests intensified. Rhodesia's status and flags sparked sharp debate among African committees and IOC officials. The U S team neared Munich with the rest of its delegation aboard four chartered 707 jets.

Munich Kenya Ethiopia Olympic Village Jomo Kenyatta Rhodesia Jomo Addis Ababa National Olympic Committees of Africa International Olympic Committee South Africa United States IOC Germany Great Britain Ossie Plaskitt Boy Scouts Moscow

No Races For Soldier This Year

Fred Newhouse, a US soldier from Prairie View A and M, ends his season after two wins at a sparsely attended Garmisch meet. He says he should be in the Olympic Games, notes a career 400m peak, and recalls breaking a left foot earlier in the year before returning to clock 10.1, 20.4, and 45.9 in earlier events.

Munich Fred Newhouse Garmisch Europe Prairie View A and M Newhouse U. S

Cubs Rally to Keep Texas League Surge Alive

Midland Cubs beat El Paso Sun Dodgers 7-4 for their sixth win in seven games in the Texas League series, extending their 20-7 run over 27 starts. El Paso holds a two game lead over Amarillo in the West as San Antonio edged ahead 4-3 in 11 innings. Alexandria crushed Arkansas 14-0 and Memphis beat Shreveport 5-2. Pete LaCock went 4-for-4 for Midland with a triple and three singles. Chris Ward hit a three run homer and Randy Bobba added a double and homer. San Antonio’s winning run came on a 400-foot shot off Steve McCartney in the 11th.

Fort Worth Tex John Newcombe Ken Rosewall Southampton N.Y Alex Mayer Wayne U.S Vitas Gerulaitis Howard Beach the Meadow Club James Hagley la Jolla Calif Raul Ramirez Mexico John Gardner Australia George Hardie Long Beach Denver Nancy Richen Gunter San Angelo Billy Jean King Palm Aire Fla Toronto Sie Nastase Romania Andrew Pattison Rhodesia Evonne Goolagong Britain Virginia Wade Associated Press Midland Cubs el Paso Sun Dodgers Midland el Paso Amarillo San Antonio Alexandria Wallop Arkansas Memphis Shreveport Pete LaCock Chris Ward Randy Bobb Steve McCartney Dent Alexandria Bannowsky Hyland Green Tyler Maid Muriel Deck Wallace Tam $ Lady Henning Rollin. Hi Pattie Ote Mearts Triple Eclipse Decktin Zee Breeze Oil Sherry Joker Geanie Instantamatic Ala Kazan Myvtes Moore Echo Nicodemus the Eunuch China Belle Mandy Bird Savannah Ghost Bold Gee Gee City Counsel Lovett Coombs Morris Mobedie Just Nova Lynn Kopper Silver Ville Burgess Top Saint Byers Cnaree Bertwib Pal's Chindeckh Magnolia Smokey Lamista Misty Mr Bailey Oak Midnight Request Quinella Inman Max Trax Myles Doll's Moon Bee Beau Black Treasuretrove Bio Shot Faters Image Albert Deck Charming Alent

Cougars Face Steep Spring Challenge After Senior Departures

Houston AP report notes UH 1972 roster loss leaves only three offensive and three defensive starters returning after a 9 3 bowl season. Coach Bill Yeoman says youth will require early breaks, hard work, and intense play as D C Nobles takes over at QB and new backs compete for spots.

Pat Urchin Yeoman Bill Stohler Randy Peacock Burl Fuller Stenler Thomas Ward Frank Ditta Bob Kyle D. C. Nobles Mullins Leonard Parker Puddin Jones Lettermien Sophs Marshall Johnson Milton Ward

Rod & Gun Club Holds Monthly Pistol Matches

The Odessa Rod and Gun Club staged two pistol events with M. R. Wallace winning the .22 rim fire and John Minor taking the centerfire. Minor led in overall aggregate, with Wallace second and Bailey third. In the ladies division Dana Hukill won, Ann Wallace was second, and Marge Beaty finished third.

Odessa Rod & Gun Club M. R. Wallace John Minor Minor Jess Bailey J. J. Hukill Bailey Wallace Dana Hukill Ann Wallace Marge Beaty

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