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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1981
Page
3
Westlake head coach Vernon Long faces rebuilding after losing 20 lettermen from a 7-3 season. He cites inexperience and smaller size in the lines as challenges but promises the offense will stay potent with key returnees as the SWC competition remains fierce.
Westlake High School football looms strong for 1981 with All-SWC quarterback Mike Filkill and receiver Jim Haviland providing deep threat. Coach Long emphasizes balance, noting Filkill’s poise and 1980 stats of 987 yards and 12 TDs plus Haviland’s 18.5 yard per catch. Also highlighted is Phil Miscencik doubling as fullback and top candidate lists show a balanced, competitive Demons squad aiming for a third straight SWC title.
Commissioner Bowie Kuhn said the split-season plan will be adjusted to prevent teams from deliberately losing games to gain a playoff berth. He also noted no discipline for Tony LaRussa over remarks about forfeiting games, with a forthcoming announcement on changes.
Rams quarterback Pat Haden improved his image with 17 of 25 passes for 207 yards and one TD in three quarters to beat the Dallas Cowboys 33-21. He also rushed for 38 yards on two scrambles, with a high aria of praise from fans after a late field goal. Cowboys’ Whitey Herzog remarks and MLB notes follow in a separate summary.
The annual door to door season ticket sale to all Bay home football games will begin August 26 at 6 30 p m. Season passes for adults and students will be offered at reduced rates. Elyria's Little League North will hold an important board meeting Tuesday at 7 30 p m at the Finley Estate. All interested in serving on the board are urged to attend.
In Cleveland, Hayes, recalled from Charleston, delivered a pinch hit RBI single to break a 5-5 tie and spark an 8-6 nightcap win that snapped Cleveland’s four-game skid. Harrah added a stolen home and scored. the Royals had built a 6-2 lead after a three-run shot by White in the second.
In Orchard Park, Cleveland Browns beat the Buffalo Bills 13 to 10 as both coaches voiced mixed opinions. Joe Ferguson started, Brian Sipe left with a shoulder strain, and Paul McDonald led a fourth quarter drive ending with Dave Jacobs’ 32 yard field goal for the winners.
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