Staub powers Mets to 6-1 win in pivotal World Series
New York Mets ace ailing bat Rusty Staub belted a three run homer and two run single to back Jon Matlack in a 6-1 victory over the Oakland A's to even the World Series at 2-2. Staub overcame a sore right shoulder and played 4-for-4 with two extra base hits.
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A's Controversy Fails to Deter World Series Play
New York AP report says Oakland A's managers and owner remain at odds over the Mike Andrews affair and Williams possible departure. Andrews returns under Kuhn, gets ovation. Williams may quit after the Series, while players express frustration and ignore off-field drama as they chase victory over the Mets.
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Tech faces Wildcats in Arizona field
Arizona climbs to 19th in AP rankings for the first time since 1968 as coach Jim Young prepares his 5-0 Wildcats for Texas Tech in Tucson. QB Bruce Hill leads the offense with RB Jim Upchurch and backs Willie Hamilton and Derrall Davis, while safet y Mike Battles returns from a dislocated elbow. Arizona Stadium is expected near capacity for the showdown.
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Walker tops district in grid stats and punting
Eagle wide receiver Don Walker stands among district 2-AAA leaders in punting with 343 yards on nine kicks for 38.1 yards per attempt trailing only Kermit’s Wendell Walker. He also ranks in the top 15 rushers with 175 yards on nine carries and leads in receptions with 14 for 348 yards and four touchdowns. He has an 85 yard TD catch in the opener and a 90 yard kickoff return, showing a two-man cover approach on pass plays.
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Seminole Set to Contain Wayne Petties in Monahans Clash
Seminole travels to Monahans for a district duel as they seek to shut down Wayne Petties. The Indians boast strong rush defense, allowing 160.5 yards per game, while Monahans leads with 285.6 rushing yards per game. Petties, with 567 yards, anchors the Loboes, and two teams place two players each in the district top rushers.
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Cowboys and Giants meet in turnover plagued clash
Dallas and New York look to rebound from two straight losses as Staubach and Snead battle struggles. The 3-2 Cowboys host the 2-3 Giants at Texas Stadium with about 65 000 fans expected. Johnson may return for New York as defense anchors.
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Tradition boosts Pecos Eagles football in district play
Pecos high school football enjoys a rising tradition as the Eagles approach break even in district play since 1943. Through 167 games, Pecos has 72 wins, 90 losses and six ties, with fans bullish on an upward trend after a strong 1960s era and a solid recent season.
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Wounded 'Horns favored to gore Arkansas dogs
Texas coach Darrell Royal says his Longhorns have come full circle in 12 months after a shaky 1972 season. He notes Arkansas is improving rapidly as they prepare for a Southwest Conference clash in Fayetteville. Royal cites inexperience in sophomores Atkins and Lowry and stresses the need for poised execution after a 52-13 loss to Oklahoma.
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