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Mandich, Dierdorf Key U-M Charge could be the target almost as often as not. In Michigan's offense, everyone but the interior linemen is a potential receiver, though, so Schembechler probably wouldn't mind at all if the Spartans did work extra hard on Mandich. Dierdorf, all 6-4 and 255 pounds of him, is Michigan's strong tackle. That means, among other things, that he flip flops from one side of the casions when the primary receiver isn't open. Mandich has a knack for getting clear, a remarkable talent for making the catch and the speed and strength to go somewhere with the ball.

The Wolverines can be expected to take to the air often Saturday and, unless Michigan State's defense concentrates heavily on him (which is a definite possibility) I a i Clancy and Lowell Perry ever accounted for more yardage. Mandich enjoyed one of his greatest days last week, catching 10 for 156 yards and the previously mentioned touchdown against Purdue. He was subsequently honored as United Press International Lineman of the Week. He's the target Michigan quarterback Don Moorhead looks to most frequently on the key third down plays, or on oc By DAVE MATTHEWS State Journal Sports Writer It isn't that Jim Mandich is the type of player commonly referred to as a hotdog. It's just that he plays with such exuberance he sometimes forgets himself.

That's why Mandich, a three-year Michigan regular, violated a new NCAA rule and heaved the football into the stands last week after catching a touchdown pass in the 31-20 victory over Purdue. And it's also the reason he is the Wolverines' team captain, and well on his way to All-America recognition as the finest player at his position in the country. It's very fair to say that what little Mandich's infrequent mistakes cost the Wolverines will be repaid a hundredfold by his generally superlative play. As Coach Bo Schembechler says, "I love that Mandich is one of the two Michigan offensive linemen certain to be very conspicuous by their presence Saturday, line to the other in order to lead the play no matter which way it goes. Even if his switching from side to side is sometimes a tip-off to the general direction Michigan plans to attack, it also is a tribute to his blocking ability.

As a hole-maker, the junior veteran is considered Michigan's best; if not the finest, then certainly one of the two or three top tackles in the Big Ten. Dierdorf has made a remarkable comeback from a knee injury that threatened his career. Hurt on the first play of last year's Ohio State game, his status was doubtful right up to the opening of fall practice. All doubt has since been removed. One other Wolverine star the expected capacity crowd of 76,000 might see a lot of is de-See MANDICH, G-2, Col.

3 when the Wolverines invade Spartan Stadium for a game that could well prove the determining factor in the Big Ten's choice of a Rose Bowl representative. The other is powerful tackle Dan Dierdorf who, like Mandich, received mention in the All-Big Ten selections a year ago. Dierdorf earned a second team berth; which said a lot at the time inasmuch as the first teamers were Dave Foley and Rufus Mayes of Ohio State. The latter were probably the two best in the nation. Mandich, a 6-3, 220-pound senior, excells as both a receiver and blocker.

He is now, with more than half the season ahead of him, the second ranking pass catcher in Michigan history. He has accounted for 1,094 yards gained and five touchdowns with 89 receptions. Only Jack Clancy ever caught more passes, and only SECTION LANSING EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1969 DAN DIERDORF Strong U-M Tackle Improbable, Yes Impossible, No and Richert was brought in to pitch for the Orioles. Everyone of the record 57,367 fans knew what was Jerry Grote opened the Mets' 10th inning with a double, actually a pop fly that left fielder Don Buford lost in the late afternoon sun. Al Weis was intentionally walked, J.C.

Martin was sent up to pinch-hit for Mets' pitcher Tom Seaver, By JOHN G. GRIFFIN NEW YORK (UPI) This could be the incredible day when the New York Mets, of all people, become champions of the world. Leading the Baltimore Orioles in the World Series, 3-1 in games, the Mets called on their flame throwing 1 t- rtSt jjfj Even though the oddsmakers have named them favorites this time at 13-10 for the fifth straight game, the Orioles are staring into the maw of disaster after a season in which they won their division title by 19 games and swept the American League playoffs in three straight games. COULD DECIDE CHAMPION And after all this. It could turn out that one wild throw by pitcher Pete Richert on a dinky bunt could decide the world championship.

It happened in the 10th inning Wednesday, and gave the Mets a 2-1 triumph just when it seemed the Orioles might come back to tie the series at two games each. Orioles' Boss Angry, Page G-2 going to happen, and so did Richert Martin was going to sacrifice. He bunted a perfect bunt 10 feet up the first base line. Richert fielded the ball, threw to first, and hit Martin on the left wrist. As the ball rolled free, pinchrunner Rod Gaspar scored winning run.

'MAY NOT WASH IT "I may not even wash it," said Martin, pointing with pride to the rosy bruise on his wrist where the ball struck him. Seaver had nursed a 1-0 Mets' lead from the second inning, when Donn Clendenon homered, until the ninth, when Frank Robinson singled for the Orioles and came around to score the tying run on a single by Boog Powell and a "sacrifice fly" by Brooks Robinson. Actually it was no fly but a crashing line drive that seemed headed for at least a double, until right fielder Ron Swoboda made an amazing diving catch. If Swoboda hadn't caught it, the Orioles undoubtedly would have won the game in nine innings. "Swoboda's catch was far better than the two Tommie A made Tuesday," said Richert, and many observers agreed.

handed pitcher, Jerry Koos-man, to gain the one more win they need to complete one of the most fantastic rags-to-riches stories in the annals of sports. In the 1 p.m. EDT game at Shea Stadium, the backs-to-the-wall Orioles also called on a lefthanded pitcher, Dave Mc-Nally, whom Koosman beat back in the second game of the series last Sunday. Michigan's Jim Mandich Seniors One 'Down' SAFE OR OUT? J. C.

Martin of the New York Mets put down a perfect bunt in the 10th inning of Wednesday's fourth World Series game and on the play the winning run scored when Rod Gaspar raced home from second liase. The big question today is whether or not Martin was safe or out as photo indicates when he ran on the left side of the first base line, or, where he shouldn't he, according to rules. Because Martin ran where he did the 'Hint, fielded by pitcher Pete Richert, hit Martin on the wrist and the hall got away from Dave Johnson covering. Orioles didn't protest. (1'PI Telephoto) World Series Bob Hoerrier at New York NEW YORK ab bi Agee cf 4 0 10 Harrelson 4 0 1 0 CJones If 4 0 10 Swi Clnflenon IB 4 111 Swoboda rf Charles 3b BALTIMORE ab bi Buford If 5 0 0 0 Blair cf 4 0 10 FRobinsn rf 4 1 1 0 Powell lb 4 0 10 BRobinsn 3b 3 0 0 1 Hendrcks 3 0 0 0 DJohnson 2b 4 0 0 0 Beianger ss 4 0 10 Cuellar 2 0 10 CMay ph 10 0 0 Watt 0 0 0 0 Dalrmple ph 1 0 1 0 Hall 0 0 0 0 Richert 0 0 0 0 don baird Hit by Throw Inside Base Path 4 0 10 3 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 10 0 10 0 3 0 2 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ganakns Starts With Worries Shamsky ph Garrett 3b Grote Gaspar pr Weis 2b Seaver Martin ph Picture Shows Martin Off Course 1 Total 35 1 6 1 Total 34 2 10 1 None out when winning run scored.

000 000 001 01 010 000 000 12 Baltimore New York ward first base in the 10th inning of Wednesday's 2-1 Mo victory over the Baltimore Orioles show J.C. where he NEW YORK (UPI) One picture Is worth what? Pictures of J.C. Martin of the New York Mets racing to Garrett, Richert. DP Baltimore 3. LOB Baltimore New York J.

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IP Cuellar 7 Watt 2 Hall 0 Richert 0 Seaver 1-1 10 2:33. A 57,367. Time shouldn't be, according to rules of baseball. Because1 he was there, Oriole pitcher Pete Richert's throw to the base hit J.C. in the left wrift, the ball got away from Baltimore first baseman Dave Johnson, Martin was safe, and Rod Gaspar came all the way from second base to score the winning run.

The rules provide that a runner heaidng for first shall stay on the right side of the foul line for the last 45 feet. The lane is clearly marked. Pictures show Martin on the left side of the line, blocking the path of Richert's throw. But the stunned Orioles didn't protest to first base umpire Lou DiMuro, and the jubilant Mets raced to their clubhouse, needing only one more victory to complete their incredible story. Offense Not Even With Michigan By BOB HOERNER State Journal Sports Editor Two years ago when this year's crop of seniors on Michigan State's football squad were sophomores, the Spartans had little trouble with the University of Michigan team.

Rolling up a 27-0 halftime advantage, the Spartan crew breezed to a 34-0 victory. It was a different story last year when they were juniors. State was ahead, 14-13, late in the game but the Wolverines rallied for two touchdowns to win, 28 to 14. Beth games were played at Ann Arbor. The seniors will be going after the "rubber" game Sat-u a when the two state schools meet at Spartan Stadium.

"I know four seniors who figure they are not even with Michigan," Gordie Serr, State's offensive line coach said after Wednesday's prac-tive. "We've got four interior linemen who were not starters as sophomores. And they were on the short end last fall. There's no doubt they would like to even things up this weekend." Serr is referring to tackles Dave VanElst and Craign Wy-cinski and guards Don Baird and Ron Saul. Completing this year's interior line is junior center Tom Beard.

"It may be difficult to understand because of our two re-See MSU, G-8, Col. 1 Tribute to Benington Tonight at Civic Center Friends will honor the late John Benington at a stag get-together tonight at the Lansing Civic Center. The affair starts at 8 p.m. Tickets for a minimum S10 contribution to the John Benington Memorial Fund will be available at the door. An appropriate program, which has been planned by the Michigan State athletic department, will highlight the evening.

Refreshments will be served. DAVE VANELST DOUBLE USED CARS Where You're Sure of the Deal and You're Sure of the Dealer Only at AL MIKULICH P0NTIAC Gus Ganakas does not have the dark rings under his eyes like John Benington had, but it hasn't taken him long to acquire the worried look of a head coach. It was less than an hour before he was to whistle together his first Michigan State varisty basketball practice. "I'm not adjusted to sitting in John's chair." the former East Lansing high and assistant coach at MSL explained. "I haven't been sleeping too well the last couple of nights.

Suddenly I realize the immensity of this position. "Of course," he continued, "I also am conscious of the great opportunity I have. I'm sure that after I get through the first practice, I'll be back in the swing of things again. "Another thing." he said with a smile. "I'm realizing that being an assistant basketball coach under John Benington was a nice life.

You know, when you are an assistant head coach, you have something to do, but you don't have the great worries to take home with you. Now I have to make all the decisions." Ganakas was elevated to the top spot on the basketball coaching staff after Benington died of a heart attack about a month ago. Gus coached at East Lansing where his teams won 176 games and lost only 53 in 12 seasons. His 1958 team won the state Class championship. Coached Eighth-Graders "But my last head coaching job was for the eigth grade team at St.

Thomas Aquinas in 1963-64," he said. "We finished second in the league. Frosty Anderson, Forddy Anderson's son. and my son, Gary, were on that team." Gary later was a two-year regular at East Lansing. He graduated last year.

"I am extremely pleased to be back in coaching," he said. "John Benington was much more than a head coach to me. He was a true friend, and he knew I belonged back in coaching. When he first returned to Michigan State, he asked me to be his freshman coach. "At that time I was coordinator of the Ralph H.

Young Scholarship Fund (the agency through which financial aid is extended to Michigan State student-athletes) and I didn't make the change. "When Sonny Means (Benington's first assistant) accepted the head coaching position at Western Michigan, I was happy to join John on the basketball staff. "After long consideration, I have decided not to do everything the exact same way as Benington did. I'm sure John would want it that way. I was fortunate to learn a lot of basketball from John, and I'll use it all.

but I feel I can do the team more good if I do not attempt to copy all of Benington's coaching methods," he said. Besides being a first-year coach in the college ranks. Gus has another problem he has a prospective super-star in sophomore Ralph Simpson. He's the 6-5 standout who was named as one of the best high school players in the nation when he was a senior at Detroit Pershing. "One great player, of course, does not mean we'll have a See HOERNER, G-3, Col.

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