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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1986

Page

27

Nebraska optimistic about 1986 football team

Nebraska coach Tom Osborne and star back Doug DuBose project a very good to potentially great 1986 squad. With speed at quarterback Steve Taylor and depth in running backs led by DuBose and Jones, the Huskers emphasize pace and proven playmakers to fuel a likely strong season.

Lincoln Neb Nebraska Doug DuBose Tom Osborne Osborne DuDose Turner Gill Oklahoma Steve Taylor Keith Jones Robb Schnitzler von Sheppard

Nebraska Huskers face uncertain offensive line with freshmen start possible

Nebraska coach Tom Osborne lists versatile players at wingback and center as three contenders compete for the starting job, and hints a true freshman may start on the line. The team aims for strong defense led by Marc Munford after knee surgery, while Danny Noonan and Chris Spachman receive All-America consideration. NCAA scrutiny looms with several allegations dropped or postponed, though Osborne says none involve recruiting or staff.

Osborne von Sheppard Nebraska Mark Cooper John Nichols Jeff Sellentin Jake Young Danny Noonan Oklahoma Tony Casillas Danny Casillas Colorado Springs NCAA

Osborne anxious to clear DuBose

Nebraska coach Tom Osborne sought a prompt resolution to questions about a car lease involving Cornhuskers back Doug DuBose. DuBose, a 1,000 yard rusher and two time All-Big Eight selection, faced an NCAA review after an investigation by the university.

Lincoln Neb Nebraska Tom Osborne Cornhuskers Doug DuBose DuBose NCAA Osborne Uncasville Conn Richard Woon Martin Massengale Des Moines Register National Collegiate Athletic Association

Hammond grabs one stroke lead at NEC World Series

Donnie Hammond birdied the 18th for a 2 under 68, posting 6 under 134 to lead the NEC World Series of Golf after two rounds at Firestone. Dan Pohl shot 66 to 135, with Lanny Wadkins at 136 after a 68. Mahaffey and Sindelar tied at 137.

Akron, Ohio Donnie Hammond Hammond Firestone Country Club Dan Pohl Pohl Lanny Wadkins John Mahaffey Joey Sindelar

Inkster Leads Atlantic City LPGA in Seaview Round

Juli Inkster fired three straight birdies late to post a 4-under 67 and take a two stroke lead after opening round at Marriott's Seaview. Deb Richard tied for second after a late stumble. Skinner Rizzo Daniel Morse and others followed at 70. Several stars missed the cut or withdrew as action runs through Sunday.

Galloway Township Juli Inkster Seaview Country Club Jane Geddes Ayako Okamoto Judy Dickinson Penny Pulz Deb Richard Inkster Val Skinner Patti Rizzo Beth Daniel Cathy Morse

Fort Stockton golfer Blaine McCallister wins Texas State Open

Blaine McCallister of Fort Stockton fired a final round 68 to win the Texas State Open by one stroke at the Tournament Players Course. He posted a 210 total after rounds of 72 and 70 while earning 3500 dollars. Krueger and Billy Ray Brown tied for second at 211. Brandel Chamblee and Jon Chafee shared fourth at 213.

the Woodlands Blaine McCallister McCallister Fort Stockton University of Houston Krueger Billy Ray Brown Missouri City Brandel Chamblee Austin Jon Chafee Chamblee

Hawks star Wilkins rejects five million Hawks offer

Atlanta star Dominique Wilkins rejected a five-year five million dollar contract offer from the Hawks saying it is a start but far from the seven point five million he seeks. His agent Patrick Healy says negotiating needs progress while team president Stan Kasten promises no problem. Wilkins hopes to report to training camp October 3.

Atlanta Dominique Wilkins Atlanta Hawks NBA Wilkins Hawks Patrick Healy Healy Stan Kasten Kasten University of Georgia Paris France Washington, D.C

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