Tech offense questions rise after Nebraska rout
Odessa American sports editor John Effort analyzes Texas Tech after a rough loss to Nebraska. He notes a transition to Mike Leach’s pass heavy system, the need to improve the offense and running game, and the defense being overwhelmed by Nebraska’s rushing attack. He warns better days may come later and previews a matchup with Kansas State.
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Bulldogs and Bronchos matchups set after big district upsets
Odessa High and Midland High meet at Ratliff Stadium in a Friday clash. Both teams seek momentum after dramatic district-opening upset wins. OHS uses a smash-mouth ground game while MHS favors a short controlled passing attack.
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Midland High Bulldogs Coach Browning Records 4-2 Season
Midland High announces coach David Browning led the Bulldogs to a 4-2 record this season, following last year’s 7-3 campaign. The school emphasizes progress and plans for next year.
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Abilene High Eagles Face Warren Led 5 1 Start
Abilene High Eagles prepare for 7 30 p m Friday game at Ratliff or Shotwell Stadium with coach Steve Warren guiding a 5 1 record. Returning 12 lettermen and 6 of 8 starters on offense plus 22 total lettermen. Last playoff berth was 1951 and last year went 11 3. Base offense one returning letterman. Defenses 4 3 and split look.
Abilene High Faces Down Rough Patch After Loss
Abilene High football teams suffers first defeat of the season to Midland High amid a week of deadly rain and flooding. The Eagles, once ranked ninth, now confront a bleak outlook as storms swamp streets and threaten their season. We hear coachs remarks seeking redemption and stability.
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Subway Series Brings New York Pride To World Series
New York touts pride as Yankees face Mets in the World Series. Mayor Giuliani says the city will boast two top teams while Torre warns about family rifts and a city changed for about 10 days. Pettitte vs Hampton set for Game 1 at Yankee Stadium.
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Mike Hampton
Joe Torre
New York Times
Mets at Yankees Game 1 Televised at 7 p.m. Saturday
Mets visit the Yankees for opening game at 7 pm with Fox national coverage on channel 8. The game sets the tone for a weekend set and features top line pitchers and key hitters from both clubs.
Not everyone excited about Yankees Mets
Des Moines Iowa AP residents express indifference to the Subway Series with some mistaking it for a sandwich shop. Ankeny resident Stephanie Netolicky jokes about the event while awaiting political figures Gore and Bush arriving for a convention.
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Iowa
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Yankees
Stephanie Netolicky
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George
Lester
Steinbrenner Gore
Bush
Netolicky
TCU coach on track with Frogs in 2000 season
TCU, led by coach Dennis Franchione, stands 5-0 and undefeated in 2000 after turning around a 1-10 program. LaDainian Tomlinson leads the nation in rushing as the Frogs stretch a 10-game win streak, their best run since 1937-38. Franchione reflects on past scheduling choices and current optimism.
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