Ottawa Cyclones face playoff points puzzle this season
Ottawa High amid a tight 3-A District 8 race with Garnett Shawnee Heights Osawatomie and Tonganoxie. A 5-1 record, strong schedule including five 4-A foes, and possible losses by rivals shape Ottawa’s slim path to a third straight playoff berth. Subtle system quirks and bonus-point debates color prospects.
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Colorado still chasing national title in key Big Eight clash
New York AP notes Colorado, ranked ninth, remains hopeful of a national title despite an early loss. Coach Eddie Crowder previews a pivotal game against second-rated Oklahoma, praising Oklahoma for better offense and strong defense. The column surveys other top games including Texas, USC, Ohio State, Auburn, Navy, and Virginia as upset chances and stakes are outlined.
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KU Changes Offense To Go With Adams
Kansas adjusts to likely Jaynes absence by expanding the offense for Bruce Adams as a 51,500 crowd in Lawrence awaits a cautious game plan. Fambrough notes limited plays while Devaney expects Kansas to run more and tighten defense against a mobile attack.
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Ottawans Roll To 48-0 Victory Over Santa Fe Trail
OLATHE Ottawa Junior High eighth graders routed Santa Fe Trail 48 to 0 as Raymond Shaffer scored three first quarter touchdowns and Kevin Spencer gained 144 yards on 10 carries. Shaffer added another TD in third, Jon Schoonover delivered from 5 and 70 yards in fourth, and Darren Beets added a second half PAT. Mike Sheldon led with nine tackles, Jeff Buick eight as OJHS held Raiders without a first down. The unbeaten Whirlwinds improve to 3-0 and host Paola Thursday at 3:30 p.m.
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Specter of Rain Hangs Over World Series Game
The Oakland A's and Cincinnati Reds faced possible rain as game three of the World Series was postponed. Heavy storms soaked the Coliseum delaying play, with Commissioner Bowie Kuhn declaring the field unplayable and shifting the schedule to later dates in Oakland and Cincinnati.
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Charles O Finley the Baseball Barnum at Oakland
Oakland AP profile of Charles O Finley owner of the Athletics. He promotes bold innovations, clashes with Commissioner Kuhn over bonuses, and aims to push baseball with carnival scenes, colorful uniforms, and a maverick persona. Finley touts profits, runs a lean staff, and oversees a circuslike, mustachioed era in Oakland.
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Volleyball Teams Must Register With Ottand ORC
City volleyball teams must register by noon Friday to compete this winter per the Ottand Recreation Commission. Teams may register at the Youth Center, 115 W. 4th.
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