Page Ten THE MICHIGAN DAILY Friday, September -18, 1970 PageTen THE MICHIGAN DAILY Friday, September 18, 1970 Blacks.seek reinstatement; Simpson ins court test By The Associated Press f SYRACUSE - Eight black football players suspended from the Syracuse University team during a racially tinged dispute earlier this month asked yesterday for reinstatement. The players relented to a university edict and signed a state- nent ,agreeing to abide b y all team regulations, but there was no immediate word from university officials or Coach Ben Schwartz- walder about whether their suspensions would be lifted. The eight were suspended for the season three weeks ago after refusing to sign an agreement to abide by all team regulations. The players had been protesting alleged discrimination by the univer-' sity and athletic staff against black football players. The eight include the team's leading rusher in 1969, Al Newton, and Greg Allen, second in rushing to Newton and the team's leading punt returner. - They and the six other blacks agreed yesterday to accept the university code for athletes, to have a cooperative attitude in drills and other assignments and to play any position assigned by the coaching staff. Irish, Lions lead independents By BOB ANDREWS Perennial nonconference foot- ball powers Notre Dame and Penn State, will be at it once again in their fight to gain the honor as the top independent in the nation. According to this week's polls, the Irish and Nittany Lions are ranked sixth and seventh, respectively, and by the end of their first con- test, chances are good that they will move up. The Irish will be led into their season opener against Northwest- ern by their fine senior quarter- back, Joe Theismann. In his career at Notre Dame, Theismann has netted 2,898 yards total offense,, while completing 57 per cent of his passes for 27 touchdowns. At the completion of this season, he could well surpass the total offense mark set by Terry Hanratty in 1968. But at least part of Theismann's passing success must be attributed to his fine split end, Tom Gate- wood, who has put all of Jim Sey- mour's receiving records in jeop- ardy. Last year, he caught 47 passes for 855 yards and nine touchdowns. Head coach Ara Par- seghian feels that the Theismann- to-Gatewood combination will be virtually unstoppable. "Every coach has to face the ,in- jury problem each year, but it seems. that some years tPe situ- ation is more critical than others, and this is just one of those years." Returning fullback, Bill Barz, has been plagued by a pulled ham- string and has not been able to participate in the workouts. Andy Huff, a junior, has replaced Barz, but also has suffered minor in- juries. The whole backfield pic- ture is not in total ruin however, as Denny Allen, the team's leading rusher, has remained healthy and should be dangerous enough to keep any opposing defense honest. The defense has also been some- what crippled by injuries, but by tomorrow, Parseghian hopes some of his injured will be ready for action.; The line has been hit hardest by injuries. Defensive ends, Walt Patulski, who had a great soph- omore year, Bob Neidert and Fred Swendson have all missed practice because of various ailments and their status for the opener is dubious. THE FRONT FOUR also suf- fered a blow when tackle Mike Kadish tore some knee ligaments, placing him out of action indefi- nitely. His spot has been filled by reserve Mike Zikas, but he can not match the potency of Kadish. The linebacking situation is no better with returning regular, John Raterman out 'with a knee injury. His replacement will be junior Rich Thomann. Co-captain Tim Kelly was also injured, but he should be ready for Northwestern. The only aspect of the defense that is totally intact is the second- ary, led by All-America candidates Clarence Ellis and Ralph Step- aniak. Parseghian has been pleased with their performance in spring practice. Parseghian also moved Mike Crotty from the offense to man the safety position. FOR ARA PARSEGHIAN and his team, it will be a question of time, to see if those now with in- juries will be able to start the sea- son. Even if only half of them make it, that should give the Irish the personnel fox another strong team. Coach Joe Paterno and his Nit- tany Lions have a number of streaks on the line this season. For one, they have won three Lambert trophies in a row, and have a great chance to win for an unprecedent- ed fourth straight time. In addi- tion, Penn State, has won 22 games in a row, going 11-0 for the past two years. The Lions were hit heavily by graduation, 1 o s i n g quarterback Chuck Burkhart, running back Charlie Pittman, linebacker Den- nis Onkotz and-, tackles Steve nSmear and Mike Reid. However, Paterno feels he has the material to negate the effects of these setbacks. Fighting for Burkhart's job will be sophomore John Hufnagle, jun- ior Bob Parsons and senior Mike Cooper. Paterno is still uncertain who will get the call, but Mike Cooper seems to have the best chance. In the backfield, will be junior fullback Franco Harris, who is a possible all-American candidate. He was the Lion's second leading rusher last year with 643 yards gained-for an average of over five yards a carry. He also is a fine receiver and caught 12 passes for 189 yards last season. TO SOLIDIFY the revamped defense, Joe Paterno has Gary Hull and Jack Ham at linebackers. He is possibly Penn State's strong- est candidate for All-American honors. One of his unique special- ties is blocking punts, with four in the last two seasons. Paterno rates him as one of the finest line- backers in the nation. 1~ ? } : . j' r.-. TONIGHT CREA T1VE SERVICE and ONEG SHABBAT An intellectually musical experience Time-8O00 P.M. a. s" For That Truly Unusual Gift Featuring Boas, Geckos Horn Toads, Lizards and other exotic, reptile ,* r * " DETROIT - A federal judge in Detroit has ordered the American Basketball Association and the Denver Rockets to permit million dollar rookie forward Ralph Simpson to practice with the Rockets. The temporary restraining order , issued yesterday by U.S. Dist. Judge Fred W. Kaess, will remain in effect until Sept. 28, when the ABA, Basketball Commissioner Jack Dolph and the Rockets were ordered to appear in court to show why a long, preliminary injunc- tion should not be issued against them. Simpson, a Michigan Stat University basketball standout, ask.ed far the injunctions so he could practice with the team and play when the ABA season opens . Oct 1 while court action continues on an almost $3-million suit he filed against the ABA, Dolph and the Rockets. Simpson signed a contract last March 17 to play for -the Rockets and immediately after the signing was announced his problems began. The Rockets informed Simpson that he could no longer play with them after the ABA and Dolph filed formal charge against the team for hiring the young rookie out of college after his sophomore 'year under a hardship clause. NEW YORK - The New York State Athletic Commision said yesterday it would consider Cassius Clay's application for a boxer's license whenever he applies. 'r After a one hour and 45 minute meeting, the commission issued this statement: "In light of federal judge Walter, R. Mansfield's decision ren- dered Sept. 14, 1970 in the matter of Muhammad Ali, the New York State Athletic Commission has decided to consider his appli- cation for a boxer's license when he files. The commission also de- cided not to appeal the decision." I ANN ARBOR PET SUPPLY 1200Packard 761-4785 OPEN FRIDAYS TILL 9 I UNFORTUNATELY f o r Irish, all is not rosey for the fense. As Parseghian puts the i of- it, I If 'i -1 GUILD HOUSE 802 MONROE Fri., Sept. 18-Noon Luncheon 35c DEAN WILBUR COHEN School of Education; formerly Chief of HEW: "Can We Abolish Poverty?" a i rING KEEP 0AMERICA BrAUDFt L ryHENRYCEBSOF Because it's my country.And it's getting dirty. That's why Keep America Clean. 4 FRI. EVE., 6 P.M.-English Dinner "Roost beef, Yorkshire pudding"' Cost: $1.10 For Reservations Call 662-5189 EVERYONE WELCOME! iI DMily Official Bulletin, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18' Day Calendar Business Administration: W. K. Mc- Inally Memorial Lecture: P. w. Mc- Cracken, President's Council of Econ. 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