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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1972
Page
8
MacArthur holds off Alamo Heights 20 19 as Tom Ware leads a late 72 yard drive for the Mules. Ware passes for 15 yards and runs eight yards for a score while George Henderson tops the game with 108 rushing yards.
Atlanta and Texas MLB moves feature Rico Carty, the Braves designated hitter known as Beeg Bay, traded to the Texas Rangers for pitcher Jim Panther. Carty, 32, spent ten seasons with Atlanta and Milwaukee, struggled with injuries and a .277 average last season while Panther posted five wins and a 4.12 ERA in his first full major league season.
Muhammad Ali's former opponent Joe Frazier will attend a benefit dinner at the River Room in the Convention Center on November 6 with Yancey Durham, Ali's former manager, as star attractions. The event supports the National Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation and tickets are six dollars at Gunter Hotel, Montgomery Ward, and Tucker's Cory Corner, per committee chair Andy Taylor.
The Southwest Dragons scored a field goal and four touchdowns in the final four minutes to blank the Crystal City Javelins 107 in District 14 AAA West action at Dragon Stadium. The game featured heavy penalties, including 10 by Crystal City for OL yards, and red flag night in the opening three quarters.
Lytle High School Pirates wore down Peacock Military Academy at Peacock Field to win 36 0. Ted Nevels for Peacock moved the ball but Lyte defense clamped down. Tom Cate tallied the first Lytle TD in the second quarter and Tony Carillo returned a kickoff 98 yards for a score with additional rushing and two point plays. Delaney added two extra points and Cale scored late as Peacock failed to find the end zone. Stockdale Brahmas routed Pettus 49 6, extending Pettus 0 2 record in District 3 4 play.
East Central Hornets secured their second East district victory by defeating Gonzales 74 in a defensive battle. Roger Retzloff connected with Charles Stefanic for a 35 yard score, Ruben Sepitra added the extra point, and Gonzales edged near with a late five yard run by EH Sampleton. Gonzales failed the two point try, preserving Central’s 74 to previous. Central improves to 5-2-1 overall and 2-1 in district. Gonzales drops to 1-2 in district and 3-4-1 on the season.
Randolph Winson ran 67 yards for a touchdown as the RoHawks beat the Somerset Bulldogs 12-24. Joey DiQuinzio added a 7 yard TD late to seal a two point victory while Orosco connected with Coffland for a fourth quarter score.
Cuero Gaublers roll over Judson Rockets 41 2 in a 143A East district clash. Alois Blackwell, Tim Clarke and Nathaniel Johnson lead Cuero with multiple scores as Arthur Whittington, Mark Cusack and Clarke add key plays. Judson gains a safety late and Cuero answers with late scoring to seal the win.
The Rev Bro Amest Campbell and George Lawrence delivered tributes to Robinson, praising his role as a catalyst in breaking baseball’s color barrier. Darkson of PUSH noted Robinson’s mission and grace, while Jackson urged White America to face democracy’s demand. Roberta Flack led a spiritual closing, celebrating a life that opened doors for all.
Texas Military Panthers upset Allen Academy Rams 12 to 8 to clinch a swing of the Southwest Prep League title in Houston. First half interception return for a score sparked the win. Chester Bell and Peter Lewis provided key plays as TMT improved to 2 0 on the season.
Former heavyweight champion Muhammed Ali and California titleholder Jack O Allaran have agreed to a bout at Boston Garden on a Friday, as announced. The tie-up pits Ali against the rival champion in a scheduled fight.
Caventher shoots 74 to lead Heights at the Austin Independ ent School District invitational. Team scores hover around the Morris Williams course as Reagan and Stephen F. Austin claim top finishes and close competition among local schools.
A report details 21 charges against the University of California Berkeley, including fraudulent grades and improper financial aid. The case extends probation through 1978 and questions how scholarships impact education and the allure of football.
A newspaper piece discusses school athletic events, urging officials and coaches to enforce order, protect officials, and promote sportsmanship. It notes temper, misbehavior by fans and players, and calls for athletic programs to be educational and beneficial to students. It references the Texas Interscholastic League and quotes a Ohio high school coach on maintaining high standards.
The article discusses duties and privileges in athletics, stressing the athlete's obligation to play fairly, train diligently, and uphold the school’s reputation. It notes the right to protection against injury through proper coaching, safe conditions, and adequate health supervision, with emphasis on officiating, equipment, and facilities.
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