Super Bowl parity shifts as AFL dominates Chiefs beat Vikings
New Orleans columnist argues the NFL should return its merger payout, noting AFL strength with the Chiefs, Jets and Raiders excelling in the post merger era. Kansas City’s win over Minnesota highlights Stram’s innovations and NFL’s struggle against AFL parity and Lombardi-era doubt.
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Texas Quarterback James Street Is Team MVP
Texas quarterback James Street, a 175 pound senior, was named the Longhorns most valuable player for the 11-0 season by his teammates. Street guided Texas to 20 straight victories over two seasons and earned the D Harold Byrd Leadership Award at a banquet honoring the team after dramatic wins over Arkansas and Notre Dame.
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Windsor names field for Dr C W Sabin in high praise
Windsor Colorado AP reports the town’s new high school football field is named in honor of Dr C W Sabin who influenced generations of players at Windsor and Eaton high schools.
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Dawson Ages Five Years Chiefs Win Super Bowl
Kansas City quarterback Len Dawson delivered a near flawless performance as the Chiefs defeated the Minnesota Vikings 23-7 in the Super Bowl. He overcame intense weeklong scrutiny tied to gambling probes, directing 12 of 17 passes for 142 yards and a 46 yard TD to Garrett, while teammates like Pitts and Taylor contributed key plays.
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Anderson College Wrestlers Prep for Earlham Match
AC Matmen host Earlham at 3:30 in O C Lewis Gym as Anderson and coach Dick Young aim to build on a 1-5 season after besting Franklin 26-18 in a Saturday triple dual with Indiana Central Manchester and Franklin.
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Pro-Cage NBA Standings Snapshot from United Press International
East standings show New York Milwaukee Baltimore Philadelphia Cincinnati Boston Detroit with varying records as season tightens. West list highlights Atlanta Los Angeles Chicago San Francisco Phoenix San Diego Seattle and Kentucky Pittsburgh Miami in pursuit. Sunday results include Phoenix over Cincinnati and Miami over Los Angeles.
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Launderers Edge Cincinnati For First Season Loss 98 96
The Anderson Launderers and Cleaners edged Cincinnati 98 96 after trailing by nine, with Jimmy Woods pouring 14 in the third and Ben Johnson 12 in the fourth to spark the rally. Sam Nunn sealed it with two late free throws as Anderson reached 15-0 and handed Cincinnati its first defeat in 11 games. Cincinnati led early, while Whitehead Lacy and Harris paced the visitors, and Anderson benefited from key 3-2 zone defense and strong rebounding.
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Stram Optimistic After Chiefs Victory In Super Bowl
Kansas City coach Hank Stram praised a blend of youth and experience after the Chiefs 23-7 win over Minnesota in the Super Bowl. He predicted Len Dawson could play two to three more years and planned for the NFL draft, noting the Chiefs’ title gives them time to develop young players while Minnesota picks 25th. Stram dismissed spread odds and reflected on prior games and league pride.
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Triple Stack Defense Helps Chiefs Win Super Bowl
Kansas City used its rare triple stack defense 42 plays in the Super Bowl victory over Minnesota, stifling the Vikings by crowding Buck Buchanan against Mick Tingelhoff. Coach Hank Stram noted it accounted for about 80 percent of the plays in that game and cited past success against Green Bay.
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Clark Quits As Pipers Cane Coach
Pittsburgh ABA team replaces rookie head coach John Clark with Buddy Jeannette as operations director Clark leaves after a 14 25 pro record and a 55 20 St Francis stint owner Gabe Rubin backs Jeannette to lead the Pipers toward the playoffs and an ABA championship Jeannette, 55, formerly with the Baltimore Bullets serves as interim coach and GM
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Phillies Sign Mike Rogodzinski
The Philadelphia Phillies announced the signing of No 2 draft pick Mike Rogodzinski an outfielder from Southern Illinois University The Evanston Illinois native was signed to a bonus contract with Peninsula in the Carolina League He bats left and throws right.
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Three Car Ferrari Team To Enter Daytona Race
Ferrari announces a three car effort for the 24 Hours of Daytona at Daytona Speedway on January 31 to February 1. The lineup includes Mario Andretti and Jackie Ickx with Arturo Merzario and Peter Schetty, Nino Vaccarella and Ignazio Giunti, testing last week. Andretti lapped at 127 mph, beating the previous course record by Vic Elford in a Porsche 908.
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Championship Tips For All Bowlers booklet offer
A promotional note explains common faults bowlers have and stresses releasing the ball past the foul line for power. It advertises a 33 page illustrated Carter Ladewig booklet “Championship Tips For All Bowlers,” available for 20 cents with return envelope to Don Carter and Marion Ladewig at National Newspaper Syndicate in Chicago.
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