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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1984
Page
11
Clemson’s William Perry and Maryland’s Eric Wilson earned ACC defensive player of the week honors for their roles in decisive wins. Perry, from Aiken, recorded career highs with 11 tackles and four tackles for loss in Clemson’s 55-0 rout of Virginia.
In a dramatic Monday night clash, the San Francisco 49ers erased a 27-0 deficit to beat the Washington Redskins 37-31. Joe Montana threw for 381 yards and two TDs, while Washington back Joe Theismann matched with 331 yards passing and four TDs as both teams trading hits in a game that felt like the Super Bowl.
In Aiken fall horse show season memories, Andy Alecks and his Richland Avenue tack shop are recalled for hosting friendly events at Riker Prep School noted for their safety and supportive prize culture. Young riders earned first ribbons on Andy's outside course built from sturdy poles, while spectators cherished shared triumphs and lessons. Several alumni later rode on the Georgia Carolina circuit or pursued professional riding, with thanks to the mentor who fostered dreams.
Mary Decker recalls the 1984 incident with Zola Budd, saying the crash fuels her drive to return for the 1988 Olympics. She aims to regain fitness, target cross country and indoor seasons, and hopes for broader Olympic participation despite past boycotts.
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