Judges Open Season Host Harrisonburg In Apple Capital
Harrisonburg invades Apple Capital tomorrow for a 2 p.m. opener. Handley coaches hope the backfield clicks with Delmer of Harrisonburg a standout to watch as Judge backs, led by Dennis Hinkle, aim to match last year’s 8 1 1 mark.
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West Virginia Favored as Southern Conference Opens
The nine Southern Conference schools start the 1962 football season with West Virginia the title favorite and several key matchups shaping early shape of the race. Virginia Tech visits William and Mary while George Washington faces VMI in Lynchburg as four other games highlight opening night.
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AP Picks Winners As NFL Swings Into 43rd Season
The AP’s selections forecast Week One winners across the NFL and AFL. Green Bay, New York, St Louis, Detroit, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas, Buffalo, Houston, San Diego favored in key matchups as teams seek early momentum.
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Miami to Open 62 College Football Season With Pitt Showdown
Top quarterbacks George Mira of Miami and Jim Traficant of Pittsburgh clash in a nationally televised opening game at Pitt Stadium as the 1962 college football season begins. Pitt features a strong running game led by Paul Martha and Rick Leeson while Miami hopes to rebound from last year’s Liberty Bowl loss.
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James Wood Hosts Elkton in Season Opener at 8 P.M.
James Wood will host Elkton High School tonight at 8 p.m. in the opening game of the local high school season. The non district contest at Colonel athletic field features James Wood, a Group I-A Northwest District member, with the James Wood band providing entertainment from the stands due to limited practice time.
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Doubleheader Set For L Gridders
The undefeated Redskins face the Rams tomorrow at 6 30 pm at James Wood in a Little League football twinbill. The Skins won 7 0 over the Colts last week while the Eagles 13 6 beat the Rams and will meet the Colts in the nightcap. No admission charges for Little League games. Officials report gate receipts over 800 dollars for the first two games.
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Blaik Column Begins Twice Weekly Series
Col Earl H Blaik legendary coach will start a twice weekly column on Tuesday and Friday afternoons during the football season. The Blaik column will cover every phase of football including the pro ranks and appears in The Baltimore Sun and The Richmond Times Dispatch.
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Blaik Warns Fans to Watch Off Ball Action in Miami-Pitt Tilt
Col Earl H. Blaik argues the most engaging football comes from action away from the ball detailing blocking, interior line play, and receiver deception. He previews the Miami at Pitt game tomorrow and backs Mike The Panther over Hurriance Gus for a home fan vote.
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