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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1976
Page
8
Elyria Country Club seeks caddies for its clambake tomorrow at 8 a.m. Caddies must report at the designated time rain or shine to assist with event activities and setup.
Willie Stargell homered as Pittsburgh erased early leads and beat Philadelphia 7-6 to trim the NL East gap to four games. Rennie Stennett delivered a ninth inning double after a rain delay, with Bob Boone driving in a late two-run single for Philly. Cincinnati and Montreal won elsewhere as Don Gullett strengthened Cincinnati's pennant push.
Ohio State, ranked No 1, faces Penn State in University Park in a rugged non conference test. The Buckeyes aim to rebound after a 49-21 opener while Penn State, 7th ranked, seeks a repeat of past dominance as coach Woody Hayes warns against complacency.
Frank Robinson suspects Cleveland may not rehire him as they grapple with whether to extend his contract. The Indians focus on raising $6 million to refinance loans, while Joe Altobelli looms for next Orioles manager if needed. Ted Bonda seeks new stockholders as Seghi stays noncommittal. Robinson, 41, still pinch hits and DHs despite leg and eye issues.
In a season opener broadcast by ABC at 3:20 p.m., Ohio State’s defense held Michigan State to 54 rushing yards while Buckeye QB Rod Gerald impressed in his first start. Jeff Logan rushed 112 yards on seven carries including a 75-yard score, Pete Johnson ran well, and Stanford loss expectations were noted by Buckeye staff.
North Olmsted will host Cleveland John Hay for a game on Friday at 8 p.m. after the Eagles lost a scheduled match to Parma due to a teachers strike. John Hay opened the season with a 28-8 defeat to Dover and had seven games on its schedule with open dates this weekend and next.
Elyria Catholic hosts Midview at Knights of Columbus Field in an independent clash defined by Panthers speed versus Middies size. EC seeks to contain Midview’s balanced backfield led by Boros while aiming to sharpen its own high powered attack behind backs Thomas and McKeon as Jeff Glover and key defenders return from injuries.
Browns quarterback Brian Sipe tops the NFL passer rating at 134.6 as Cleveland visits Pittsburgh. He acknowledges the Steelers’ formidable defense while predicting a tough game and insists the Browns must minimize mistakes. Reggie Rucker leads scoring with 18 points, Thom Darden and Greg Pruitt rank high in interceptions and rushing, and Mike Phipps sits close behind Sipe in passer ratings.
Glenville travels to Ely Stadium for an 8 p.m. kickoff as coach Jim Hubbard vows to press the air game against Elyria. Elyria faces injuries in the secondary with Tim Hawke Kurt Keep Jim Henry and Don Graham new at their posts while Glenville regroups after a rough opener and may shuffle linebackers with Randy Wieser sidelined.
Cleveland expects Purdue rookie Mike Pruitt to start at fullback against Pittsburgh, pairing with Greg Pruitt in the backfield after Cleo Miller's knee and ankle injuries. Backup Brian Duncan and Larry Posie provide depth, with Posie returning from a toe sprain as Forrest Gregg weighs options.
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