Broncos Dream Season Boosted by Lou Saban's Rebuild
Denver's 1971 Broncos, an all Lou Saban squad, aim to exceed .500. New talent bolsters offense with Roger Shoals Marv Montgomery and John Kohler, and defense adds Leroy Mitchell. Saban emphasizes improved line play and a stronger passing attack led by Horn Ramsey. Preseason loss to Washington 17-13 shown but progress evident.
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Medina Keglers win 6th Summer Bowling Tournament
In Medina Lanes summer event six year history, Medina teams claim top honors. Mary Kochs and Bob Grey win handicap doubles with 1309 while Geneveve Sully and Tony Bruno take the actual crown with 1173. Rocks Grey win handicap title. Lyn Noble 267 high women game. John Stewart 265 high men game. 385 doubles teams and 253 singles participants across 14 weekends.
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Browns Phipps Faces Cowboys Secondary Tonight
Cleveland sophomore quarterback Mike Phipps meets Dallas in a key test as the Cowboys seek turnover pressure. Dallas has 8 steals in 2 games while Phipps seeks consistency after early issues and awaits Bill Nelsen relief if needed.
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National Home Drive Launched For Former Greats
The campaign to build an American Athlete's National Home kicks off in New York with $4.5 million goal. Backers include Richard Roundtree and Jim Kervelas. supporters such as Roy Campanella and Buddy Young urge care for retired athletes. Plans include sites in New York or Los Angeles with 148 residents and a shared community area.
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Comeback Pirates Top Reds 5-1 Behind Hebner and Johnson
Richie Hebner returned from a two week service layoff to hit his 17th homer with two on in the ninth and drive the Pirates past the Cincinnati Reds 5-1. Bob Johnson pitched a complete game allowing nine hits and Lee May’s 33rd homer in the ninth, as Pittsburgh revived pennant hopes.
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Pirates Ride Pittsburgh Express Toward World Series
The Pittsburgh Pirates look to ride momentum from a strong stretch as they face the Reds and others in NL action, with Vida Blue aiming for his 23rd win for the A's against Boston. The rainout leaves Oakland Baltimore as the only AL game on Thursday.
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Mustangs Set Meet And Practice Dates In Medina Pee Wee
Members of the Mustangs of the Medina Pee Wee League will meet Saturday August 21 at 2 p.m. in Medina Supply meeting room. Practice starts Monday August 23 at 6 30 p.m. at Ella Canavan School, coach Sam Gorfido said.
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Evert and Shaw Open Wightman Cup Schedule in Cleveland
Chris Evert of the United States opens the 43rd Wightman Cup against Winnie Shaw of Britain on rubber courts at Harold T. Clarke Stadium. Julie Heldman meets Virginia Wade in the other first day match with further pairings announced for singles and doubles events across the weekend.
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Grand Nationals Planned For Marion Co Raceway
The American Hot Rod Association announces the Grand Nationals will take place at Marion County International Raceway in Ohio August 27 to 29. More than 500 dragsters compete for 100000 in awards and prize money. rain postponed the event from July. Qualified finalists keep marks, newcomers may join if posting faster times. The Grand National is ninth in the Grand American Series. the season ends October 1 to 3 at Fremont California.
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Brunswick High selling reserved football tickets
Brunswick High School begins selling reserved seat tickets priced at $10 for six home games. Athletic Director Bob Leibold says sales will occur at the school weekdays from 9 to 11 a.m. and on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 p.m.
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Can Am Challenge Draws 35 Cars at Mid-Ohio
Rich McLaren pilots the orange team leading the field of 35 for the Canadian American Challenge Cup at Mid-Ohio. Peter Revson and Dennis Hulme top the points, while Jackie Stewart and Jo Siffert headline a strong international entry in the 192 mile race weekend.
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Colt Football Picnic Planned at Cloverleaf Picnic
WESTFIELD TWP The Colt Boosters Club hosts a potluck football picnic at 6 p.m. on Wednesday Aug 25 in the high school cafeteria. Rolls and beverages are provided. A team and cheerleaders meet and photo session runs 5 30 p.m. to 6 15 p.m. A Boosters Club meeting follows at 8 30 p.m. in the high school gym.
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