Trustees Keep Pont As IU Grid Coach
Indiana University trustees vote to extend John Pont's contract as head football coach for the coming year with no renewal date. Pont and athletic officials cited recruiting needs and off season plans as the board endorsed the unanimous Athletic Committee recommendation and Bill Orwig praised the decision.
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University approves five year contract extension for coach Paul
The university athletic committee endorsed a new five year deal for coach Paul, who acknowledged hearing mixed opinions but felt the discussions were productive. He noted players and staff had supported progress and indicated willingness to accept the offer.
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Indiana coach Pont eyes rebound season after rough year
The long page notes interim optimism for Indiana under coach Sam Pont after a 3-3-1 season, detailing past highs under Pont and his coaching path from Yale to Indiana as he seeks to retool for a stronger eight-year run. It mentions postseason bowls, rivals, and a changing committee stance impacting recruiting.
Weekend NFL Playoff Picture Shifts With Key Matchups
AP reports early week look at potential playoff shifts as Pittsburgh and Green Bay pursue clinching wins. Cowboys, Redskins, and Vikings remain in contention while Eagles and Bears face stiff paths. Strong bets on Cowboys and Packers for division crowns amid tight standings.
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Buckeyes Return To Practice Ahead Of USC Showdown
Ohio State resumes football practice in Columbus as they prepare to face No. 1 Southern California. Coach Woody Hayes plans another session before the regular schedule exams week, aiming to keep the team sharp for the high profile matchup.
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Reds catcher Bench to undergo lung surgery soon
Reds star Johnny Bench will have surgery to remove a spot on one lung after medical tests. Dr. George Ballou said tests were completed and Bench will enter Christ Hospital for surgery Monday. The team and Bench’s doctors expect a benign finding with a Friday announcement on results.
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Kuhn Denies Accusation Over Settlement Proposal
Baseball Commissioner Bowie Kuhn denied breaching an understanding in releasing Sha clutis' settlement proposal and urged both sides to keep negotiating toward a quick solution. Marvin Miller accused him of acting in bad faith and releasing a countered proposal without the players’ counterproposal, while Kuhn cited assurances from club presidents and urged continued talks toward an early agreement on the reserve clause and free agency terms.
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Rozelle Urges Block On Gambling Legalization
NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle urged a New Jersey legislative committee to block any proposal legalizing gambling on professional sports. He warned that legalized betting could alter the fundamental appeal of football by turning fans into bettors and shifting focus to point spreads over outcomes.
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Hostetler Named to HBCC Net Squad in 1972 Honors
New Castle junior Hostetler earns Mosier Buckeye Conference All Star honor as one of 12 selected by HECC coaches. The group includes five players from Manchester Markham Hanover Farrbarn LaSourd Taylor and others. Hostetler, an Outstanding Athlete of America, was an AILNASA pick and excels in mathematics and student activities.
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Big Ten Teams Risk Records For Unbeatens
The Big Ten faces a nine game Saturday slate with Michigan and Indiana among the few unbeaten. Minnesota stands idle until December 16 in Chicago while Kentucky dealt a setback for Iowa and Illinois shows solid defense as five Hawkeyes starters average double figures led by Neil Megebank and Kevin Kunnert.
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