Sizemore Poised to Break Conference Placement Record
Virginia Tech placekicker Sizemore, a Hazard Kentucky sophomore, led Tech to a 5-2 start before recent losses. With 16 placements, he trails conference leader Gilgo, who has 15 extra points and aims to surpass the mark as Tech eyes VMI and Citadel games. Hurt players and rest days affected Virginia Tech and nearby squads.
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Medical Report Tops Priority in Pro Camps for NFL Season
Pro football camps focused on medical updates as stars like Clarence Peaks Charley Conerly and Johnny Unit as well as others faced injuries. Peaks fracture above the ankle could sideline the Eagles leading to crucial matchups with the Giants while Conerly’s status remained uncertain.
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High School Stars Named To All Star Team
Wheeling Central’s Don Mattern and Benwood Union’s George Angalich named to West Virginia all-star basketball team to face Ohio on Nov. 25 at Wheeling. Mattern, 6-2, attends West Liberty, lettered in basketball and football, All-State honorable mention. Angalich, 5-11, lettered in basketball football baseball and track, aims for pro baseball. Lions Club sponsors benefit for sight conservation.
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WVU Eyes Ninth Straight Win Over George Washington
WVU seeks a ninth straight victory over GW to cap Mountaineer Weekend with a football win. Coach Gene Corum aims to extend a 11-6 series edge, while 12 seniors including captains Lanassa and Ponponio announce final campaigns.
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WVU Favored in Southern Conference Cross Country
Morgantown West Virginia edges toward the Southern Conference cross country title, last won in 1953, with a likely favorite status after a 19 to 37 home win over defending champion VMI. Coach Stan Romanoski leads Charles Spelsberg Raynor Baldwin Herb Rogers and four more scorers, with captain Glen Hunt the lone senior.
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Stratton High gridsters suffer injuries in Friday football game
Three Stratton High School players were treated at Beckley Hospital Monday for injuries from Friday night football. Jerry Edmonds 314 Gergory Sr. sustained a right shoulder injury. Ardess Lilly Jr. 118 Smoot Ave. suffered a chest injury. Larry Fielding 229 Crawford Sr. received a right arm injury during play at home.
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Kemp Named AFL Player Of Week
Dallas AP reports Jack Kemp quarterback of the Los Angeles Chargers who engineered a 24 21 victory over Houston earned AFL Player Of Week honors.
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Spirit Returns To Mt. Hope 11
Mt. Hope earns playoff berth in Class AA after beating Oak Hill aim for Logan site at 1 30 Saturday. Coach Blaine Tanner guides Mustangs who faced adversity and credit long-tenured program for steady success as town plans a Friday sendoff.
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Cross Country Champ Plans Teaching Career Three Years
NEW YORK AP Bob Lowe Brown senior, 22, won the IC4A cross country crown on Van Cortlandt Park trails with a 29 40.4 for five miles, a possible race record though the course may be short. Lowe, aiming for 5,000 or 10,000 meters or marathon in 1964, says he will teach to support his wife and baby. Penn State won the team title with 72 points, Army 119, Michigan State 130.
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Jurges Led Red Sox to 1959 Fifth Place Finish
Boston baseball history notes Bill Jurges compiled a 59-64 managerial mark in the major leagues. His 1959 Red Sox went 44-37 after he replaced Mike Higgins, while 1960 saw a 15-27 start before Del Baker took over and Tom Yawkey briefly brought Higgins back as manager.
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Yale Out To Stop Harvard In 77th Meeting Clash
Yale faces Harvard in Cambridge with a chance at a perfect season for the Elis, seeking to avoid a repeat of 1921 when Harvard edged Yale 10-3. Yale aims to win behind a strong line and rushing offense despite injuries to key players Ravenel and Lenzner.
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Stars and Veterans Honored At PGA Presidents Dinner
In Scottsdale the Professional Golfers Association recognized its rising stars and veteran leaders at the Presidents Dinner. Arnold Palmer earned pro golfer of the year for the 1960 season, while Jay Herbert was honored in absentia. Veterans Warren Orlich Fred McLeod Mike Brady and Jimmy Demaret were inducted into the Hall of Fame during the 10 day PGA conference.
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Steeler End Doubtful To Start Sunday Game
Pittsburgh AP End Preston Carpenter may miss Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns due to a pinched shoulder nerve, with a team spokesman noting pain on contact after Sunday vs the Giants. Linebacker Rudy Hayes re-injured his ankle but is expected to be ready for Cleveland.
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Mountaineer Invitational Meet Showcases 100 Harriers
One hundred high school runners from Ohio, Ponmayivenie, and West Virginia compete in Morgantown for the third annual Mountaineer Invitational and West Virginia high school championships. Morgantown defends its title as Pittsburgh Central Catholic seeks a third invitational win. Strong contenders hail from Uniontown, Marietta, Charleston, Dunbar, Washington Irving, Huntington, and more. The 2.1 mile course record is 9:54 by Joe Thomas, with West Virginia records noted. Team trophies for top two and top ten individuals, medals for winner and runner-up, and lunch with WVU officials precede the WVU George Washington game.
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Hockey Star Happy To Be In Minors
New York AP report says Jack McCartan, Olympic goaltender, is glad to be sent to the minors by the New York Rangers. He will gain more playing time and needed experience in Kitchener-Waterloo of Canada's Eastern Pro League while sharing duties with veteran Gump Worsley.
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