Barber seeks redemption as SCC backs and coaches push forward
Homer Barber, South Mountain product now at Scottsdale Community College, aims to erase last year’s missteps. He and Jim Alexander compete for first team running back spots under head coach Larry Philpot. Barber emphasizes classwork, ball security, and team unity as SCC eyes a perfect season.
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Young Praises Arizona Wildcats After First Scrimmage
Arizona coach Jim Young expressed satisfaction after the Wildcats, projected WAC champions, completed their first scrimmage for the Skywriters. He highlighted defensive plays by tackle John Abbott and end Rex Naumatz as keys to the session.
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Coronado Dons Eye Third Straight Central Division Title
Coronado High School faces a transition season as coach Ed Anderson tests 60 juniors and seniors against tough Central Division foes. The Dons must replace lost talent, rely on rising players Rob Halchishick Dick Chatham and Greg Brady, and strengthen the line while preserving strong defense led by Wilsons in the secondary. The schedule favors home games versus de Niza Westwood and Kofa, keeping Coronado in the chase for a third straight crown if the juniors and line mature.
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Scottsdale Quarterback Club opens 12th season with ASU AD Dr. Fred Miller
The Scottsdale Quarterback Club begins its 12th season Friday at the Holiday Inn in Scottsdale. The luncheon group, started in 1963 with 70 members, now has 185 paid members and features speakers from ASU football staff Scottsdale Community College and local high schools. Frequent guests include notable sports figures and a yearly Players of the Week and Player of the Year honors for Scottsdale High School. Membership is open to the public.
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Brock steals 90th base as Cardinals top Padres
Lou Brock stole his 90th and 91st bases to lift the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5 1 victory over the San Diego Padres. Brock remains in serious contention for the NL MVP, chasing Maury Wills 104 steals in a season, with only Ty Cobb ahead of him since 1900.
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A's ride flag drive as Hunter wins 20th game
Oakland righty Jim Hunter earns his 20th win for the fourth straight year despite a late managerial pull by Alvin Dark. Reggie Jackson belted two homers, including a seventh inning shot after Hunter left, while Charlie Finley watched from Milwaukee.
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Malone signs $3 million pro contract in bid for Moses
Petersburg teenager Moses Malone ends a fierce recruitment battle by signing with the Utah Stars for a pro basketball contract valued at more than $3 million. He rejects a Maryland scholarship and college championship hopes to join the ABA star path.
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