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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1963
Page
2
The article discusses pitching and breaks as key World Series factors with mentions of the Yankees Dodgers and broader playoff chatter. It notes shifts in strategy, player names like Alston and Wood, and hints at game conditions affecting outcomes amid sensational commentary.
Oklahoma leads the inaugural UPI coaches poll with 270 points, earning first place votes from 32 of 38 ballots. Texas and Northwestern follow, while Alabama drops to lower ranks as the Sooners pursue another title after a strong late season surge.
The poll lists team points with Oklahoma State and Texas among top positions, followed by scattered notes on other programs. It references Northwestern, Georgia, Southern California, Ohio State, Nebraska, Mississippi, Penn State, Oregon State, Michigan State, Missouri, Texas Christian, Duke, Rice, North Carolina State, Notre Dame, Kansas, Auburn, Army, Arkansas, and Oregon among various placements.
San Francisco coach Jack Christiansen began his first workout as head coach aiming to revive a club that has dropped 10 straight. He stressed no immediate personnel changes, noted quarterback options if John Brodie remains hindered, and outlined staff continuity with former aides handling defense and backs. He expects to win his share of games and relies on veteran players to push the squad.
Alvin Dark aims to overhaul the San Francisco Giants by trading aging pitchers and finding younger starters after a disappointing third-place finish. He cites pitching as the key and mentions elder hurlers may depart while plans to fill third base with players like Davenport and Kuenn are discussed amid reshuffled staff and injuries.
Ukiah High varsity coach Bill Tatum defends quarterback Ertee Ladford after Ukiah drops a 14-6 decision to Redwood. Defensive lapses and missed scoring chances hurt Ukiah. coaching staff vows adjustments as Fort Bragg prepares for next game.
Possible starters for the World Series opener at Yankee Stadium include the Dodgers and Mets with noted players such as Mantle and Maris in the New York lineup and Duke Ford pitching for an AL team. Umpire crew and foul-line placements are listed, while a stray quote mentions a $100 figure and a player named Wildie ending the season with a batting average.
New York Yankees face Los Angeles Dodgers in the 1963 World Series. Details include game dates and sites, probable pitchers, managers Ralph Houk and Walter Alston, broadcast plans by NBC, odds favoring the Yankees, weather, and past series records showing Yankees 6-1 in head to head matchups and 20-7 overall in Yankees totals.
Final Ukiah Pony-Colt League meeting set for Thursday at 7250 County Boheaors. Plans for next year to be discussed. 6 graduated Little Leaders parents urged to join with Peas Cali parents from last season in a mid season planning session. Secretary AL Bechtel urged all interested in Pony and Colt baseball to attend Thursday night’s meeting.
Plans announced for a scratch pin loop league in Mendocino and Lake Counties with 170 average or better. A Thursday meeting sets five-man units, captains, and officer elections at the Redwood Service Station room.
Buffalo report says the Ostiland Raiders slumped after two near misses in a tough stretch. Clem Daniels, the Raiders last star back, was held to only one yard against a strong foe as New York and Philadelphia games left them craving a win. Coaches hinted at personnel changes and new strategies to reverse the skid.
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