Atha Key Buckeye Kicks Backups to Fiesta Bowl Roles
Ohio State backup kicker Bob Atha, known for kicking off rather than scoring, is a senior walk on who earned a scholarship and helped the Buckeyes in 1980. Art Schlichter leads OSU's passing, with Atha backing him in 11 games as a quick, versatile option. The Fiesta Bowl matchup with Penn State and Saturday slate loom.
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Bowl season notes show players shaping up for key games
Aiken Standard recaps freshman Atha impressive six of nine from the field and a 50 yarder as a sophomore, plus Ohio State praise. Missouri veteran Wilder aims for back to back MVP honors in Liberty Bowl with 115 yards last year. Purdue relies on Herrmann and Young in passing game. Nebraska favored in Sun Bowl but may start Craig or Johnson at QB and Redwine to play. Tulane’s Hall leads Hall of Fame Bowl against Arkansas. Holtz warns about Hall’s big play ability.
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Bird Stars In ninth straight Celtics Win Over Knicks
Celtics rally behind Larry Bird who scores 20 of 28 after halftime as Boston beats New York 117 108. Bird ties season high with 20 rebounds and directs late rally while Cedric Maxwell adds 24 points.
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Pacers Open Quincy Holiday Tourney Versus Central Arkansas
USC Aiken seeks to extend its holiday tournament run as it meets Central Arkansas in the opening round of the 27th Quincy Holiday Tournament in Quincy Illinois. The Pacers arrive after capturing the Aiken Kiwanis Classic and will face Central Arkansas at 7 30 p m CST on Sunday.
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Blue Defenses Seal 24 23 Victory in Blue-Gray Classic
Blue defensive line applied pressure on Jay Venuto in the final seconds to thwart a Gray comeback and secure a 24-23 win in the 43rd Blue-Gray All-Star Football Classic. Venuto faced two incomplete passes on final two plays after a late Venuto strike narrowed the gap.
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Ferragamo Redemption Bid Against Dallas in NFC Clash
Rams quarterback Vince Ferragamo, riding success against the Cowboys, seeks a third straight win in the NFC wild-card playoff in Dallas. The late Santa Fe veteran Staubach era memory looms, while Dallas aims to neutralize Ferragamo with a staunch defense and a rested Gary.
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