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Because Alan Gentry tries and fl
succeeds at impersonating Clint
Eastwood, it might give rise to
skepticism when he discusses USC
men's swimming team's chances
He says, "We could have an t
awfully tough season." HHHBI
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but they are merely an extension of
his personality, if anyone feels
moved to fully assess the USC HBS :
swim coach. ffBpF11 "3,
For tlie most part, though, a
Gentry talks with the believability J?j
and conviction of a veteran H
politician. Last season Gentry's
mens team posted a 6-5 record in ^ EM
dual meets and finished third in the G E IN
National Independent championships.
"I think they i
i oc* ?* top prospects i
--- jv0l a Fcriormance Gentry said. "1
prompted Gentry to say Tuesday, overall swimmt
"we had one of our better seasons ^Xed and o
We honestly thought we would They'll be comii
have won the National Independent exacted to cont
title, but I was pleased with our fhe coach e:
overall performance." about the Gam
While some of his swimmers are The Atlantic (
working as lifeguards at resorts teams, especiall
onH Kaa/>Vinc ? !? ?
uwur ia (jic^khiuk be there attempi
for an unpredictable season. "I There also w
think we will have a guxi season, Southeastern
but a lot will depend on juniors and Tennessee and 1
seniors," Gentry said, adding that Gentry, who
depth might pose a problem. seventh season i
"We won't be very strong in women's swim
numbers. Our juniors and seniors swimming is er
will have to swim faster than they dous growth, des
did last year. Our season will popularity of <
rfenenri h*Avilv on thorn hut T think ?i
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they will respond to the loyalists.
challenge. "Age-group sv
Gentry is hanking on the return fastest-growini
of 15 lettermen to help boost the country," Gen
Gamecocks' chances. Among the community leag
top veterans are Clark Hamilton, over the com
Steve Brighter and Greg Mid- meaningful pro
winter. Barney Giese and Billy started. Swimm
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jc*arnorn are compeung in ine aic
Rational Olympic meet at the USC training at an e
natatorium July 23-25. are
and we re gettn
"I expect some of our lettermen traditional conc
to qualify for the NCAA," Gentry being a sweat ar
said boldly. Gentry, thoug
Gentry said he was pleased with force his swimir
his recruiting efforts. He landed and blood to the <
breaststroker Ricky Green of next season . .
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Wilmington, L>ei., and diver Jim perform to the b<
Carvin of Miami, Fla. Gentry had If not, Gentry i
high praise for both newcomers, brandish a six-sl
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Ik .'Sp * show came to town Friday night a
-$/ laughs and fun for both the participj
J| audience, especially the 18 competitors
4: Jmr auc*ience.
For only the second time since th<
went on the road an audience team
area cities. Camden came in second ant
third in the evening's competition,
jj^ During the first half of the com
audience was treated to the K
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coach, believes *
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of swimming's mjfflW
imming is still the I
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ry said. "More
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Basketball Coach, Dav<
Joe Pinner, of WIS-TV
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nd provided Margo Connor of the Cai
ants and the ran with her to the "Atl;
chosen from which had to be crosse
The event went to \
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defeated the Margo Connor said Wals
3 USC placed to be in the best shape
Walsh was the only c
petition, the the event and when a:
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Photo by Deb Howard
Croquet Ole" race.
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e Aiken, of WOLO-TV, and
squared off in the event,
ed a mock-up of the Empire
ed Fay Ray (portrayed by
rolina Coliseum). They then
antic ucean" (a large pool)
d by a raft.
Valsh, with Aiken placing
(Pinner) coming in third.
ih won because "he seemed
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mpetitor wearing shoes in
sked whether it made the
I think it was guts."
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