UCLA and Marquette Lead First AP Cage Poll
UCLA claimed No 1 with 24 first place votes as Marquette rose to No 2 after strong preseason showings The AP panel ranked North Carolina Ohio State and Maryland among top contenders with extensive voting across 44 ballots The opening week results reflected smart starts from UCLA the Tar Heels and other early favorites while teams like Ohio State Oregon and Utah State also drew votes
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Cougars May Drop From ABA Standings
New York AP reports the Carolina Cougars may be moved from last place in the Eastern Division by the ABA. Jim McDaniels led Kentucky to third place and is averaging 26.6 points and 13.2 rebounds per game as a rookie. Artis Gilmore leads ABA rebounds at 19.7 per contest, while Charlie Scott tops scorers with 35.0. Dan Issel is runner up at 32.9.
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Cornhuskers Lose Backup Quarterback After Hawaii Win
Nebraska held off Hawaii 45 to 3 in Honolulu as backups suffered injuries. Senior Van Brownson pulled hamstring may miss the Orange Bowl with Alabama. Linebacker Bob Terri bruised knee, tackle Daryl White sprained ankle, and linebacker Bill Sloey sidelined for the season finale.
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Falcons players Berry Marshall arrested in Marietta
In Marietta Georgia Falcons quarterback Bobber Berry and defensive end Randy Marshall were arrested after a police raid on a party at Marshall's apartment. Berry faced marijuana charges later released on bond. Marshall and Nichols were detained with bond set. Hearing scheduled Dec 23.
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MacArthur Bowl Award to Orange Bowl Champion
The National Football Foundation will award the MacArthur Bowl to the national champion winner of the Nebraska Alabama Orange Bowl game on New Year’s night. Tennessee’s Bill Battle and Johnny Majors named opposing coaches for Shrine North-South game on December 27 in the Orange Bowl. Battle’s Volunteers finished 9-2 with a win over Penn State. Majors’ Wildcats State team placed fourth in the Big Eight and earned a Sun Bowl bid versus LSU.
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Highland Matmen Win Third In Row
Highland wrestlers stay unbeaten in three meets with a 30 25 victory over Wes Del. Kent Kreegar pinned Skinner to start the late rally, and Tom Castor Tom Kell Mike Hines Wes Del pins, with Rich Nagel sealing the win with a heavyweight pin. Scots host Frankton Thursday at 6 30 p m.
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NHL Stars Attract WHA Interest In 1972 Jump Talk
NHL legends Bobby Hull of the Chicago Black Hawks and Derek Sanderson of the Boston Bruins were approached by WHA representatives about switching leagues when play begins in 1972. Winnipeg Jets owner Ben Hatskin offered Hull a five year one million dollar contract, while a Miami Rosal offer to Sanderson was not more than two years worth about 250 thousand. Sanderson expressed loyalty to Boston and his Bruins boss Weston Adams while noting the WHA’s push to sign top talent and expand the game internationally.
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Albatross Named Harness Horse Of The Year In 1971
Albatross a six year old pacing colt dominated 1971 with 25 wins in 26 starts earning 1000000? in major stakes. Trained and driven by Stanley Dancer the standout edged Steady Star and Crown for top honors. Super Bowl Marlu Pride Fresh Yankee Strike Out and Super Wave also received yearly awards in other categories.
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Celtics Dominant Third Quarter Stuns Knicks
The Boston Celtics, now 16-10, outscored New York 21-4 in the third period to seize a 72-56 lead and pulled away to beat the Knicks 105-97. Dave Cowens Jo Jo White and John Havlicek led scoring, with White totaling 39 points. The win ends New York’s recent success against Boston as the Knicks dropped their two-season series to the Celtics.
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No Adult Tickets At MH or North Game
Only student tickets for the Madison Heights game at Muncie North may be bought at MH prior to the game. Athletic director Paul Bradford announced adults must buy at the door after Muncie North failed to send adult tickets. The game at 2100 Bethel Avenue in Muncie North Gym is an Olympic Conference clash for the 12th ranked Bucs.
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