Gurley Pirates face depth challenge in MAC race
Gurley coach Ron Shearer expects a stronger overall squad with 12 lettermen returning but notes limited depth could constrain the Pirates in a balanced Minuteman Athletic Conference. Star back Ahlschwede leads a veteran lineup, while many senior starters and lettermen fill key spots as Lyman and Sidney St Patrick's loom as main rivals.
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Peetz Bulldogs seek quarterback answer after Roelle's departure
Peetz High faces a quarterback vacancy after losing All-State QB Mike Roelle. Coach John Wehrman lists four contenders led by Lloyd Fehringer, with Brian McRae, Lon Bijerke, and Lyle Schumacher also in the mix. Returning 11 lettermen, the team aims to repeat a strong 8-2 season in a tougher North Central League.
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Neal Fehringer
Bryan McRea
Rick Nienhuser
Russ Hume
Lloyd Fehringer
Dean Rennewanz
Lon Bjerke
Bernie Bullock
Clem Schumacher
Tony Rosario
Sid Russ
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Wayne Schumacher
Joel Ni
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Sid Buss
Lodgepole Panthers Eye MAC Title In 1974 Football Plan
Lodgepole coach Gary Hartman stresses injury prevention and a wider, more open offense as the Panthers reload with 15 lettermen for 1974. The team shifts from a wishbone to an I formation with more passing, featuring backfield speed and senior leader Tim Zalesky at quarterback, though a hernia could affect early games. Hartman names Lyman, Gurley, and St. Patricks as top MAC threats.
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Rick Christensen
Mika
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Dennis Trump
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Gale Mitchell
Ben Jones
Darrel Dykman
Mark Christensen
Dan Dickinson
Gary Hornicek
Ed Glanz
Loomis Booth
Emory Oliverius
Sophmore
Mike Wiest Hartman
Lyman
Gurley
St. Patricks
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