Ottawa High Prepares For Southeast Kansas League Opener
Ottawa High hosts Independence in the 1987 season opener at Steve Grogan Stadium. Coach Ron Mann notes similar teams with youth, aims to start strong, and emphasizes enthusiasm and disciplined defense as the Cyclones seek their first season-opening win in years.
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Rick Peterson
Herald
Ottawa High
Cyclones
Independence
Ron Mann
OHS
Fort Scott
Doug Lee
Bulldogs
Ottawa
OHL
Indy
Mann
Independence Bulldogs Seek Steady Return After Rough Season
Independence High coach Doug Lee aims to steady the Bulldogs after a 1-8 season, hoping for a strong start at Steve Grogan Stadium against Ottawa High in a Southeast Kansas League opener. Lee notes the difference between the 1985 dream 7-3 and the 1986 nightmare and emphasizes building confidence for the seniors who were sophomores during the playoff run.
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Independence High
Doug Lee
Lee
Bulldogs
Independence
Steve Grogan
Ottawa High
Two Kansas high school teams seek early success on season debut
Ottawa High and Independence tackle rebuilding seasons in the Southeast Kansas League opener. Ottawa returns from 0-9 under Ron Mann to push for progress, while Independence replaces Todd Layton with Jim Leiker amid a strong line. Coaches expect a close, competitive game and emphasize off season work and local prospects.
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Bulldogs
Mann
Todd Layton
Jim Leiker
Matt Borovitz
Layton
Doug Lee
Indy
Ottawa High
Lee
Ottawa
OHS
Ron Mann
Cyclones
Ron
Notre Dame
Zach Unruh
Matt Weeks
Jeff Farthing
Openers Please Hedlund Despite OU Losses KANSAS CITY
Ottawa University opened its 1987 volleyball season in Kansas City with losses to Penn Valley Community College and Avila University. Coach Corkie Hedlund praised effort despite rust from late practice start, noting strong net play from Sarah Massengale and Becky Epp while emphasizing consistency and fewer missed serves. OU to play in Baker University tournament Friday and Saturday against Baker, Bellevue, Peru State, Morningside, Kansas Wesleyan, William Jewell, Bethany, and more.
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Penn Valley Community College
Avila
Corkie Hedlund
Penn Valley
Hedlund
Sarah Massengale
Becky Epp
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Massengale
Braves
Baker University
Baker
Bellvue College
Peru State
Morningside College
Kansas Wesleyan
William Jewell
Bethany
Avila College Triumphs 5-1 Over Ottawa University in Soccer Opener
Avila College’s Avalanche defeated Ottawa University 5-1 in the season opener at Liberty. Ottawa freshman Tom Harpenau scored the Braves’ lone goal as OU pressed back after an early 2-0 deficit. OU played without Mike Collins who will return next week against William Jewell.
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Braves
Tom Harpenau
Sean Flynn
Avalanche
Jaworski
Harpenau
Kevin Schorgl
Greg Fields
Mike Collins
Collins
William Jewell College
Roll
Clayton
Jayhawks
Auburn
G I Roll Shapes KU Fitness Approach For Jayhawks
Kansas football players endure hot drills as Brad Roll known as G I Roll replaces Ed Bielek as strength coach. Roll, former Southwestern Louisiana coach, touts explosive lifts to cut injuries and boost conditioning for a 3 8 team aiming for an Auburn opener.
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Rick Clayton
Roll
Southwestern Louisiana
Kansas
Valesente
Soviet Union
East Germany
Stephen F. Austin
Big Frontier League clash as Baldwin meets Wellsville
Friday's Baldwin Wellsville game looms large in the Frontier League title race and state rankings. Wellsville, 7-2 last year and ranked high in 3A, brings speed and a veteran backfield while Baldwin relies on strong line play and QB Tim Sheldon. The winner gains early control of the league and regional pride before a 7:30 p.m. kickoff at Wellsville.
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Bernie Bierman
Wellsville
Jim Wright
Eagles
Travis Rhoades
Aaron Todd
Sean Breithaupt
Rhoades
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Breithaupt
Tim Sheldon
Brett Rockers
Bulldogs
Bierman
Wright
Central Heights
Pomona
Garnett
Louisburg
Lyndon
Marais Des Cygnes Valley
Osage City
Mission Valley
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Jason Ayers
Fred Wingert
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Richard Blevins
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Charlie Winsky
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Tal Moses
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