Missouri State University - Ozarko Yearbook (Springfield, MO)

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Another outstandin season in scope for tracksters The 1975 track team could be one ofthe best in many years. This year's team is very strong from the 880 yard dash on up with numerous All- American possibilities. Tom Hamilton was the state champion in the long jump last year while Mark Daye was the state runner-up in the triple jump. The Bears also have three fine pole vault- ers in Randy Stock, Jeff Davis, and Paul Quinn. SMSU has several excellent distance men in John Prasuhn, Dan Dwyer, Ron DeClue, Rick Garver, Mike Werner, Gary Vipperman, John Tideman, and Darrell Upson. With a good year, the Bears have a tremendous chance of finishing in the top five in the NCAA. Right, Steve Dorshorst demonstrates his triple jump ability. -,sr Front Kneeling - Coach Chuck Hunsaker, First Row - Jim Weld Dave Thornberry Ron DeClue Steve Dorshorst Dan Dwyer Calvin Brovs John Persune, Tim Kuhlman, Tom Hamilton. Second Row - Randy Stock Jeff Davis Paul Quinn Steve Murphy Tim Mayonie Mike Wei l ner, Ray Pritchett, Brent Portee, John Tideman. Third Row- Bob Bissell Jeff Davis Ron Thomas Randy Allison Gary Vipperman Rick Cal lison, Howie Orndoff, Phil Perkins. Fourth Row- Jack Carter, Tom Murphy Mike McKouIe w

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,-5. , fs Upper Left: Rod Towe prepares for a double play as Randy Magers runs over to help. Upper Right: Rod Towe swings for a hit. Lower Left: Pitcher Andy Newton looks for the signal as first baseman Gus Henry gets ready for the play. Lower Right: Bob McCulloch awaits his pitch.

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, 'f . ' Y ,tr H Qt I .x ' N Wi ' li' ' - 5.1 on Left, Randy Stroch gets ready for another try at the pole vault, Right, Ray Pratchett stralns ln nas effort to wan the long lump. Top, Ken Norton as leading the pack in the mile at the SMS Relays. Norton. now an asslstant coach. won the event.