Papa Bear George Halas Dies At 88 In Chicago
George Halas founder and owner of the Chicago Bears, a key architect of modern pro football, dies at 88 in his Chicago North Side apartment. Tributes pour in from NFL figures as Halas leaves a legacy of eight championships and innovations shaping the league.
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Blakeley sets KU freshman mark at Big Eight meet
KU freshman Cindy Blakeley finished 28th in the Big Eight Conference Cross Country Championships at Rim Rock Farm, running 5K in 18 11 to become KU’s fastest freshman at the distance and third on the all time list. Coach Cliff Rovelto praised her progress as KU placed sixth and eyed NCAA District V action in Ames on Nov 12.
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Moseley Field Goal Lifts Redskins Past Chargers
Mark Moseley nailed a 37 yard game winner with four seconds left to cap Washington’s 27-24 comeback over San Diego. Ed Luther, plagued by six interceptions, tossed two late TD passes but fell short as Washington moved to 7-2 in NFC East.
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Hagler Eyes Leonard Comeback to Boost Big Fight
Hagler aims to lure Sugar Ray Leonard out of retirement to face his upcoming Hagler Duran title defense in Las Vegas. Leonard has repeatedly refused a comeback, remaining a public figure as CBS HBO commentator. Leonard says Duran is back as a champion and could enhance history, while Hagler seeks to spark interest and fire in the potential bout.
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OU HIAWATHA-Ottawa aids strong KCAC meet buildup
Guzman and Mijares led a strong OU Hiawatha Ottawa team at the Hiawatha Maple Leaf Run, posting top finishes in the 10K with two first places and a second. Belinda Guzman won the women's 37 44 course record, while Randy Mijares set a course mark in 92 53 for the men. Rigo Gomez finished second in 35 07. Curt Cristensen won the 1 mile Fun Run. The KCAC meet heads to Salina Saturday at Kansas Wesleyan University.
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Leonard predicts Hagler Duran bout with strategy over brawl
Leonard notes Hagler seeks motivation after last June 16 standings and believes Hagler will be ready for Duran. He says Hagler is too big and strong, but favors Hagler as the favorite while giving Duran a chance and not ruling out a Duran upset.
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Murphy and Weber Tap Big Eight Honors
Oklahoma defensive end Kevin Murphy earned his second Big Eight defensive player of the week award after a 14-tackle game and a touchdown against Kansas. Kansas State quarterback Stan Weber, in his first start, rushed for 113 yards and a touchdown and passed for 142 yards with another score in a loss to Nebraska. Weber won the offensive award in a split vote over Missouri’s Marlon Adler, who had four rushing TDs and a passing TD against Iowa State.
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Phillies Release Joe Morgan Amid Roster Shakeup
The Philadelphia Phillies released second baseman Joe Morgan at his request to play nearer his Oakland home if he returns in 1964. Morgan, 40, hit .230 in the regular season but starred in September, batting .337 with five homers and 18 RBIs during a 22-7 stretch that helped clinch the NL East. He reportedly is negotiating with the San Diego Padres for next season.
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Boosters Plan Trip To Fort Scott After Chanute Loss
Ottawa Cyclone Booster Club meets Wednesday night at Ottawa High School rooms 106 and 108 to view last Friday's 34-22 district loss to Chanute and discuss a booster bus to Friday's Fort Scott game. Cost 19.20 includes bus, game ticket, and buffet at Red Barn. sign up by noon Thursday with Bill Jung at Indian Lanes. dinner-only option also via Jung. bus departs Ottawa High at 5 p.m. Friday.
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