Well, let’s see who’s laughing now ?
As most of you regular readers are now well aware, I solicited the psychic connections of Nancy Reagan and her former clairvoyants Joan Quigley and Carroll Righter, via my trusty Ouija, for last week’s ” Big-11 ” football predictions. The hookup was a huge success producing a perfect 8-0 prediction week.
Although it was the fourth time in the history of this column that an unblemished week took place, it took special meaning when it became a team effort. Talk about winning one for the Gipper. I feel confident that I’ll be receiving a performance bonus from The Chief, although admittedly, I’m not holding my breath. If it does arrive, my soothsayer team will split it four ways and I’ll donate a Roanoke Star subscription to the Ronald Reagan Library.
Like Frank Beamer’s outstanding win over Ohio State, it’s necessary to now move on to this week’s challenge. Here’s the ” Big-11 ” lineup for week-3. William Fleming, at 2-0, enjoys a bye week.
PULASKI COUNTY at PATRICK HENRY: PH plays its third straight home game and looks to rebound from last week’s loss to Salem. Pulaski looks to continue its winning ways after defeating Radford last Friday night. Alan Fiddler gets the Patriots back on track. Patrick Henry- 30 Pulaski County- 16
HIDDEN VALLEY at NORTHSIDE: The Titans picked up their first win over Byrd and Northside looks to stay unbeaten on the season. This one may be closer than you think. Advantage goes to the home team at Jim Hickam Field. Northside- 24 Hidden Vallet-21
SALEM at WILLIAM BYRD: Jeff Highfill always has some tricks ready for his old alma mater via his Andrew Lewis playing days. The question may be are there enough rabbits in Vinton to knock off this Spartan team? Salem- 38 William Byrd- 9
MARTINSVILLE at CAVE SPRING: Cave Spring will be looking to secure its second win of the season, while Martinsville will be looking to score its first points of the season. The Bulldogs may get off the goose egg, but the Knights should prevail. Cave Spring- 31 Martinsville- 7
GLENVAR at LORD BOTETOURT: A matchup of two undefeated teams plays out in Daleville. The Cavaliers of LB should easily be the next 3-0 team left standing with its incessant ground game. Lord Botetourt- 41 Glenvar- 10
FISHBURNE MILITARY at ROANOKE CATHOLIC: The Celtics look to make it three wins in a row to start the season. Fishburne is 0-1 after a close loss to Fuqua. Records can deceive although this one should be close. Fishburne Military- 24 Roanoke Catholic- 22
NORTH CROSS at CHRISTCHURCH (SAT): The Raiders are on a roll after two big wins at home. Christchurch is coming off a 50-7 loss to St. Anne’s-Belfield. QB Max Revercomb will be pass-happy in this one to add to his 14-TD, 928 total passing yards through 3 games. North Cross- 46 Christchurch- 13
In other local events, the Roanoke Valley Sports Club presents UVA pitching coach Karl Kuhn as its guest speaker for the Monday, September 15th meeting at the Salem Civic Center. Kuhn will talk about the stellar baseball season for the Cavaliers and entertain questions from those attending. Guests and prospective club members are cordially invited to attend the 5:45 social and 6:15 dinner meeting. For more information or to make reservations, contact Maggie Drewry at 540-353-1103.
Now, to the bursting-at-the-seams mailbag, where readers want to know more about Carroll Righter and the psychic connections to this column.
Dear Clairvoyant Bill: Is all this stuff about Carroll Righter’s annual “Leo Party” with a live lion legitimate? Sounds fishy to me. (Susan/ Roanoke)
Susan, I invite you to check out the video from the 1986 ” Leo Party ” by googling the same. You’ll see Bob Cummings, Esther Williams and Gilda Radner at the gala. And, Carroll Righter, himself, being introduced to the lion at poolside.
Dear Wild Bill: I was a doubter until my husband and I charted your picks last week. Wow, every one correct. Any chance I could watch your clairvoyance in person? (Martha/ Salem)
Well, Martha, I’m considering a seance in the upcoming months. I promise you a seat at the table. Remember, it’s BYOB and no lions allowed. No disrespect, but I’ve already got an American Bombay, aka a Parlor Panther. Also, bring your steadiest nerves.
Until next week, please present your most psychic inquiries to: [email protected]
Gotta go. I hear some tapping. It might be Carroll.
– Bill Turner
