Davis Survives Harrowing Winchester Speedway Crash
Ernie Davis of West Virginia escaped injury after a late Challenger division accident at Winchester Speedway. His No. 25 Chevy slammed into a door, vaulted several times, and caught fire but Davis avoided harm. He lauded the fuel cell for preventing a worse outcome and plans to return for the final Challenger race of 1979.
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James Madison Seeks First Win Against Towson State
James Madison faces Towson State after a 2-1 series edge as the Dukes aim to improve offenses and defense. JMU, slowed by poor line play and execution, seeks better protection for QB and a stronger tackling effort against Towson’s passing attack led by Ron Meehan and Ken Snoots.
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Harper Leads State PGA Open but Loses Concentration
Chandler Harper, a 65 year old Portsmouth veteran with ten titles, says lost concentration on the last four holes cost him the Virginia PGA Open lead after the first round. He shot 2 under 68 on the Lake Wright course, one stroke behind amateurs John Greer of Norfolk and Tony DeLuca of Oakton.
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