Remembering Coach Morrison Dark Flags Mark Columbia
In Columbia on Monday black Carolina flags flew at full staff to honor South Carolina football coach Joe Morrison who died Sunday night at 51. Friends and players recall his tough, reserved demeanor and impact as a leader, with scenes of mournful reaction across town and at Williams-Brice Stadium.
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Morrison's Vitals Normal Before Collapse After Heart Attack
Columbia South Carolina coach Joe Morrison collapsed after a massive heart attack as he finished weekly racquetball. Dr Robert Peele, consulted by trainer Terry Lewis, said Morrison showed normal vital signs before he collapsed and died at Providence Hospital at 9 03 p m. Morrison, 51, had a history of heart problems including a 1985 coronary blockage removal.
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Heisman Winner Sanders Keeping Plans A Secret
Oklahoma State star Barry Sanders will inform the NFL by April 10 whether he will enter the 1989 draft or return for his senior season. NFL spokesman Joe Browne noted that a four year probation may be considered a special eligibility factor, potentially affecting Sanders or other players. Sanders has not yet decided and said his father would guide his choice if asked.
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Gamecocks crush Eagles in Morrison tribute win
South Carolina defeated Southern Mississippi 105-83 to snap a three game skid in a game dedicated to late football coach Joe Morrison. George Felton spoke softly about athletics as a family and Morrison’s impact as players Brent Price and Barry Manning led the scoring with 22 and 18 points respectively. The Gamecocks pressed early with 33-13 run and held a 39-20 halftime edge, while Felton admitted emotional strain amid Morrison’s death.
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Clemson's Davis Earns ACC Player of the Week Honors
Clemson sophomore Dale Davis averaged 19 points and 15.5 rebounds in two wins, shooting 66 percent. He opened with 21 points and 21 rebounds against North Carolina, then added 17 points and 10 rebounds versus South Carolina to extend his conference-leading 8.7 rebound average.
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USC 105-63 win over South Carolina junior college showdown
South Carolina defeated Mississippi 105 to 63 in a high scoring game. Dozier paced South Carolina with 22 points and Price added 22. Mississippi countered with Hinton 15 and W Brown 12. Rebounds favored South Carolina 46 to 29 and assists 25 to 10.
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