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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1968

Page

8

SWC rules criticized by Stallings in Fort Worth

Texas A M coach Stallings criticized Southwest Conference rules in Fort Worth saying the league is strangling competition with outmoded practices. He urged moving up the Feb 14 signing date to curb outside advantages and noted visits and life signings are restricted compared to Oklahoma LSU and others.

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Dampeer Bagley Also Looking Sharp In All Star Game

Fort Worth report on Texas High School Coaches Association all star football week. Merrill Green of Abilene Cooper praises Dampeer Kermit and Bagby Seagraves along with Spencer Odessa Ector and Mildren McKinney for their versatility and early progress. Spencer excels at open field running, while Bagley holds starting fullback duties with Luehbehusen sidelined.

Carl Dingler Fort Worth Merrill Green Abilene Cooper Texas Hney Epulicu Werel J Jack Mildren Green Cooper Sickcott Anon Carter TCU John Dampeer Kermit Arturo Spencer Odessa Ector Mike Bagby Seagraves Dampeer Eridder Mildren Fred Weir Andrews Spencer Split Ector Texas A&j Orvill Rand Philip Wood McKinney Fackall Norld Gene Mayfield Odessa Permian Tin Permian Bagley Steve Luehbehusen Fort North Eastern Hills Perthan Durin Oterviews Texas High School Coaches Association Harvey Chapman Denver City Allen Arnold Colorado City Jerel Graves Coaches Association Permian Basin Spike Dykes Big Spring Jake Harre Seminole Shorty Lawson Abilene Joe Means Odessa High Chuck Moser Jim Payne Corsicana Cooper Robbins Odessa Tommy Hart Hart Chapman Arkansas Houston Texas High School Association Texas A&m Spee Gammon Odessa American

North and South clash as Permian Basin grid leaders meet

Harvey Chapman the Odessa Permian monster centers for the North team but splits time with Jerel Graves of Colorado City. Allen Arnold of Denver City and Gary Sutton of Ozona also see action as the North aims to extend a seven game win streak in the 34th north south grida. The North leads 20-10 with three ties in these classic clashes.

Harvey Chapman Odessa Permian North Jerel Graves Colorado City Chapman Blinn Junior College Houston Allen Arnold Denver City Green Arnold Graves Gary Sutton Ozona S Williams San Angelo

Starters Released For Texas Coaching School All-Star Game

Fort Worth AP report lists North and South squads with quarterbacks Jack Mildren Abilene Cooper and Gary Hammond Port Arthur South. Starting lineups feature numerous high school players from Houston Dallas San Antonio and other Texas towns across offense and defense positions marking the 36th annual Texas Coaching School game at Amon Carter Stadium.

Fort Worth Amon Carter Staladium Jack Mildren Gary Hammond Mildren Abilene Cooper Hammond Port Arthur Southern Methodist H. W Miles Langhenning Brenham Dennis Breena South Houston Johny Kleinert Austin Reagan Tex Allhouse San Antonio Randolph David Franke Three Rivers Frank Ditta Houston Waltrip Randy Lee Port Neches Groves Bo Anders Texas City Jessie Williams

Per Man Basin class AA football strong contenders named

Denver City Crane favored in Class AA with 72 lettermen, six each on offense and defense. Crane and McCamey, Ozona, Big Lake tipped as top district rivals. Reagan County’s Gary Miles and Ozona’s Marlin Ferris noted as standout linemen. In Dist HAA Marfa Alpine tied for championships with Fabens third, Canutilla fourth, Parkland fifth. Ansley emphasizes strong returning talent and parallel to former district races.

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Glenn Rex Rolls Over El Paso Gassers in 7-1 Win

Glenn Rex defeated the El Paso Gassers of Goldsmith 7-1 at Fastside Park on Tuesday night, advancing toward the Freshman District playoffs in Marfa. Imperiel game slatedFriday at 4:30 p.m. in Marfa could decide state tourney berth. Odessang pitcher Johnny Hubnick earned the win, allowing one hit and one walk in a two inning stint. Cook homered for Goldsmith with Den Nig Rutledge adding another hit. Darrell Eubanks collected three hits for Glenn Rex, with Bill Adams and Mike Casey contributing as well.

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South-North All Star clash eyed in Fort Worth

Southern squad favored as Fort Worth hosts the North-South All Star game at Meyer Coliseum. Stars from A&M Consolidated and other Texas schools vie for coaching honors, with Whitton of West Sabine directing the North and Teichelman of Hutto leading the South. Key players include Lenox of Clear Creek, Price of Brackenridge, Thompson of Dallas Samuel, and Teichelman expected to pace scoring.

Fort Worth Swith Texas As- Hall Swift TCU Daniel Ithe Charles Turner Fort Meyer Coliseum Whitton Jon Ennis ‘Watson A&m Consolidated Tim Teichelman Hutton Wings Joe Lenox Clear Creek George ‘Price San Antonio Brackenridge Roy Thomas Fof Kirbyville Turner Steve Pullan Fort.Worth Poly Ted Melady Dallas Blank Aareenier University of Texas Lennox Blaklenbeckler Sammy Hyde Texas City Putman SMU

Tales From Fort Worth Coaches Meeting Show Colorful Gridiron Hype

Fort Worth hosts the 36th Texas High School Coaches Meeting drawing 5,000 coaches and wives. Reports note high turnout, star players like Riley Odoms and Arturo Spencer, plus debate over positions at New North and South All-Star rosters. Moonlight workouts mark a historic schedule shift as Texas A&M brochures go on sale.

Fort Worth Cowtown Riley Odoms Jack Mildren Ector Jin Payne Corsicana Arturo Spencer Spencer Payne

B&B Construction Loses 1-0 in Sophomore Tournament

Midland Optimist defeats B&B Construction 1-0 in nine innings to hand them their first loss in the Sophomore League District playoff. Lewis Howes scores the lone run on a walk forced home by Richard Wortham. James Atkinson charged with the loss after a no hit bid.

Midland Midland Optimist B&b Construction Lewis Howes Richard Wortham James Atkinson Roberts ‘Hardware

Mercedes Caps Semi-Pro Win in Lubbock Action

Mercedes defeated Marshall 10-3 while Longview toppled Amarillo 3-1 in state baseball congress play. Richard Cortez led Mercedes with a two home run effort and Cecil Newton tossed Longview to victory.

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