Aiken Hornets Seek Region Win in North Augusta Showdown
Aiken High seniors Brian Goggans Steve Hudson and Felix Smith vow a region clash with North Augusta could define their perfect season. They recall past losses but emphasize unity and momentum toward playoffs in Friday's rivalry game. The Hornets aim to beat North Augusta despite the 1-4 regional record of their rivals.
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Aiken Standard Sports Page Highlights
Aiken Standard reports on local sports action from November 1 1978 with highlights, scores, and brief game coverage featuring area teams and athletes.
Jackets Seek to End Aiken Streak in North Augusta Showdown
North Augusta High fights a challenging year as 3 5 1 with key injuries tries to halt unbeaten Aiken. Senior stars Chris Conner and Inman Floyd lead the Yellow Jackets against arch rival Aiken High, aiming to snap a long losing skid in a high-stakes Friday night clash before a likely overflow crowd.
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Free Agent Bargaining Shifts Toward Long Term Deals
The article notes a shift in baseball free agency from immediate cash to long term security as players over 30, including Tommy John, Luis Tiant, and Pete Rose, enter re entry negotiations. It cites Richie Zisk and Oscar Gamble as examples of long term contracts and highlights John’s two year offer from the Dodgers versus a three year push. The Yankees are among teams expected to bid for John.
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Clemson Tops Weekly Defensive Players of the Week
Clemson linebackers Bubba Brown and Rex Varn share top honors after strong showings in wins over North Carolina State and Delaware State. Brown posted 18 tackles with 10 primary hits and three tackles for loss. Keith Allen of The Citadel recorded 18 tackles in a 21 14 victory, with an 11th solo stop, while Varn made a 94 yard interception return for a touchdown and four total tackles.
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Givens' Shot Lifts Hawks Past Bulls in Tight Win
Hawks edge Chicago 97 92 as Joe C Meriweather dominates with 20 rebounds 9 blocks and 14 points. Meriweather shuts down Artis Gilmore and earns praise from Jazz coach Elgin Baylor while Robinson and Maravich post strong numbers for New Orleans. Other NBA scores include Warriors over Spurs 139 138 in OT and Suns over Knicks 120 108.
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