Berra on Mets future amid playoff hopes and rumors
New York veteran Yogi Berra may manage next season with the Mets or possibly the Yankees, after guiding the Mets to the NL East title but amid uncertainty about a new contract. Cincinnati’s Sparky Anderson defends the Mets’ health and notes their late surge. Oakland and Baltimore set for divisional playoff openers with strong pitching and veteran stars.
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Herington’s Mike Westbrook rips 248 yards in win at Marion
Herington High School tailback Mike Westbrook, at 5-7 145 pounds, sparked a 36-0 victory over Marion with 18 rushes for 248 yards and three rushing TDs plus a 32-yard receiving score. Sophomore Lonnie Ross passed for 226 yards in Coffeyville’s 16-7 loss to Fort Scott. Defensive standouts included Lenora’s Steve Berry with 33 tackles and 80 rushing yards, McPherson’s Doug James with 18 tackles, and Iola’s David Skidmore with 16 tackles and a interception.
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Peffly Sets Course Record as OHS Takes Third at Hayden Meet
Ottawa High School finishes third in the Hayden Invitational as Jerry Peffly clocks 9:58 for a 2 mile course record. Leavenworth wins, Hayden second, Ottawa third with 55 points. Cyclones place two more in top 10, others score totals listed. Next action is Iola Invitational with EKL championships set for Oct. 11 at Bishop Miege.
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Senate Ponders Amateur Sports Reform Amid Rivalry Tangle
Washington AP reports the Senate weighs the Amateur Athletic Act of 1973 to end NCAA and AAU power battles, curb federal role, and study reviving the Olympic Committee. The bill aims to shield athletes and broaden participation while Senate action proceeds after committee reviews. Ottawa ORC flags Flag Football cancellation due to low entries. alternatives may use ORC equipment via Youth Center. Lions Midget League scores listed for Eugene Field A and Eisenhower matchups conclude the note.
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Big Eight clubs in good health for Saturday games
The Associated Press reports no major injuries as Big Eight teams prep for week one conference play including Colorado at Iowa State. Kansas faces ninth ranked Tennessee with defensive end Don Goode nursing an ankle and Jeff Turner ready to fill in. Missouri ranked 15th, SMU 19th with SMU favored by three. Oklahoma State hosts Texas Tech as Joe Washington recovers from a knee bruise. Kansas State expects a healthy Wildcats lineup to face Memphis State while Tampa beats them to the punch with a poor showing for their offensive line.
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