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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 23, 1976

Page

7

Martin Triumphs Over Indians 21-16 in Final Quarter

The Martin Tigers rallied from a 14 point deficit to defeat the Harlandale Indians 21-16 at Harlandale Memorial Stadium. Ricardo Vera connected for a 66 yard TD to Ricardo Pena with 2:22 left, after a Martin punt set up the scoring drive.

Martin Tigers Dwn Harlandale Indians Harlandale Memorial Stadium Tigers Harlandale Martin Ruperto Contreras Martin Tok Ricardo Vera Ricardo Pena Vera Harlandate Charles Weaver Jerry Rodriguez Rodriguez Boal

Judson Scores District Win Against Laredo Nixon

Judson Rockets down Laredo Nixon Mustangs 14-3 in a District 29-AAAA clash. The win marked Judson’s first district victory of the year, lifting their season record to 2-5-1 while Nixon slips to 1-2 in district play. In the third quarter a blocked punt and a pick set up two Rockets TDs, with McKee scoring from the 3 and Nohensee to Fike for the two point conversion.

Laredo Judson Rockets Laredo Nixon Mustangs Judson Rockets Hele Mike Donovan Mustang Mike Jester Jester Robert McKee Rickey Nohensee Shelby Fike Zote Nixon Rocket John Herrera Herman McKee Gary Agent Ied Larsda Carriers

Sooners Begin Probe Into Spying Allegations

The University of Oklahoma opened an investigation into allegations that the Sooners spied on opposing teams. President Morris said several talks with coach Barry Switzer occurred, and the accusations could be damaging. The Dallas Times Herald report linked a man accused by Darrell Royal of spying on Texas to footage of California drills in Texas Stadium before the California game.

Morris Dallas Times-Herald Darrell Royal Texas California

Rangers Cards Trade Brings Wallace to Texas

Arlington Texas in a Friday deal the Texas Rangers acquire right handed reliever Mike Wallace from the St Louis Cardinals for minor league pitcher Johny Sutton. Wallace, 25, went 2 last season in 49 games with St Louis posting 66 hits allowed in 64 innings and a 4.00 ERA. Sutton, 2, showed a 10 record with Sacramento this season and a 5.98 ERA.

Arlington Tex Texas Rangers Johny Sutton St. Louis Cardinals Mike Wallace Wallace Cardinals New York Yankees Philadelphia Phillies Sutton Sacramento Eines

Southwest Dragons Top Kerrville Tivy 13-6 in District Play

Kerrville The Southwest Dragons pulled ahead late in the fourth quarter scoring on a 70 yard punt return by Kenneth Cooper after Joseph Herrera’s 15 yard keeper. Kerrville’s Gezzettiq Williams had a 18 yard run for their lone score as Southwest improved to 7-1 and 3-1 in district play while Kerrville moved to 5-3 and 2-2. Cooper’s 70 yard return and Herrera’s keeper defined the game with strong special teams and offense. Kerrville faces Holy Cross next while Southwest meets Uvalde in an ISAAA Went matchup.

Kerrville Southwest Dragons Tivy Antlers Southwest Joseph Herrera Kenneth Cooper Antlers Gezzettiq Williams Dragons Herrera Henry Chavez Wiliams Ray Hubble Cooper Anders Holy Cross Uvalde ISAAA

Hays Wins SADA District Game Upset

The Mays Consolidated Rebels defeated the Boome Greyhounds 320 in a district 27AA 820 contest Friday night.

Sada The Mays Consolidated Rebels Boome Greyhounds Greyhounds

Chargers Edge Brahmas in Narrow Victory Drive

The Chargers defeated the Brahmas on a late rally with a 10-yard pass from Nipper to Harrelson, a keeper by Nipper, and a final defensive sack on fourth down. Elley scored on a block-assisted run, and Churchill added a 37-yard drive capped by a Nipper keeper. Indiana coach Lee Corso received a new three-year contract, with Dietzel stating the football program’s need for continuity as Indiana eyes a clash with Michigan.

Nipper Harrelson Churchill Elley Eytcheson Ruzay Nelson Charger Martin Chargers Rames San Marcos Seguin Lee Bloomington Ind UPI Tadiana Lee Corsa Dietzel Hossiers Michigan Corso Indiana

Billies Rally For 28 14 Win Over South San West Cougars

Fredericksburg battle back from two miscues by South San West to edge the Cougars 28 14 Friday night in damp conditions. John Bules sprinted 34 yards for a 14 point Chicago? no score, while Duane Herbart and Craig Althaus led two long drives, the Billies piling up 280 yards offense.

Fredericksburg South San West Cougars Billies San Antonio Cougars Cougars Uvalde Bilies Carrizo Springs Bun Antonis Bilites John Bules South Sun West Bales Chuck Combs Coopar Willa Knowles Cougars Pfthe Billies South San West Ulback Sian Davis Lee Wood Jimmy Alexander Matke Davis Wood Duane Herbart Craig Althaus Herbart Althausewig Vines Kuhlmann

Rattlers rout Mules as San Marcos opens with win

In San Marcos, San Marcos Rattlers capitalized on two interceptions for touchdowns and a late scoring drive to rout Alamo Heights 24-0 in the District 32-AAAA opener. Cornerback Mike Cook returned a Basaldua pass 44 yards for a score and Bob Bratton capped the game with a 60 yard interception return TD.

San Marcos San Marcos Rattlers Alamo Heights Mules Rattlers Jags Mutis Mike Cook Ray Basaldua Richard Delgado Mailsback Bob Bratton Bratton Alamn Heights Alama Heights

Pearsall Mavericks Win Big to Stay in District Race

Pearsall 36 8 0 0 Mavericks beat Somerset Bulldogs 36 8 to stay alive for the District 224A title. QB Dickie Graf threw four TDs and ran for a conversion, with TD passes to Leslie Studdard, Larry Wawler, Studdard again, and Danny Woodward. Eric Taylor added four extra points. Brad Wright also scored on a 44 yard interception return.

Pearsall Dickie Graf Pearsall Mavericks Somerset Bulldogs Mavericks Somerset Graf Leslie Studdard Larry Wawler Danny Woodward Eric Taylor Brad Wright

Trinity Tigers Triumph In 28-20 Win Over Nuevo Leon

Burton and Hinson lead Trinity with a 60-yard kickoff return and a 68-yard run as the Tigers hold a 28-20 halftime lead and go on to beat the University of Nuevo Leon. Hinson piling up yards and two rushing touchdowns, while Burton adds another kickoff return and key passes. Nuevo Leon counters with Felix passes for three scores and big air yards, but Trinity’s defense and kicking secure the victory.

Nuevo Leon Mexco Rickie Burton Rod Kinson Trinity Tigers Hiltainee University of Nuevo Leon Hinson Jeff Hooks Imperials Bruce Trimmber Joe Flore Burton Trimimier Scott Moore Nat Sawyer Keith Anderson Burton Ocis Michalk Texas Nk Gampleights Felix 1 Impress Rafael Meg

Packers Sign Mann to Kicker Role

Green Bay Packers announce the signing of veteran place kicker Errol Mann after releasing him from the Detroit Lions earlier in the week. Mann joins a team seeking stability in special teams as NFL action approaches.

Green Bay, Wis Green Bay Packers Errol Mann Detroit Lions

Cherokees Rally To 32 17 Victory At Alamo Stadium

The Sam Houston Indian team edged Fox Tech Buffaloes 32 to 17 in District 31-ANAA action Friday at Alamo Stadium. Kees scored most of the points in the final period as Cherokees pulled ahead late.

Sam Houston Kees Alamo Stadium Fox Tech

Lions Sign Wide Receiver Bob Picard in Free Agent Move

Detroit Lions add wide receiver Bob Picard, 28, a fourth year pro, who will play Sunday versus the Seattle Seahawks. Picard stands 6-3 and 180 pounds after being a sixth round Eagles pick, joining a roster in need of pass catching help as the team eyes a pivotal matchup.

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