Ohio University Freshman Blocked From Varsity Team
Ohio University barred freshman Mike Borden from the junior varsity basketball squad due to losing an eye. With the help of the ACLU he sues for handicap discrimination, while officials cite medical judgment and AMA guidelines on athlete evaluation.
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Bulldogs and Chieftains set for tight SEOL clash Friday
Athens hosts Logan in a close SEOL contest amid three point margins in recent games. Athens sits 2-3 overall and 2-1 in league, Logan 2-4 and 1-2, as offense faces defense with McBroom leading Logan and Seel among league scorers.
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Buckeyes Use Man Defense To Hold Off Toledo
Ohio State switched from zone to man to slow Toledo in a 76-72 victory. Larry Cole drew a late foul and hit two free throws after Jud Wood was fouled, sealing the win as Xavier, Ball State, and others won elsewhere in the region.
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McMillen Plays Key Role as Braves Edge Rockets
Buffalo rookie Tom McMillen scored a career high 18 points in 25 minutes to help the Braves defeat the Houston Rockets 88-85 after replacing the ailing Bob McAdoo. McMillen shot 7 of 9 and pulled seven rebounds while Jim Weiss hit the decisive 14‑foot jumper with 14 seconds left for Buffalo.
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Jack) Ramsay
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Namath Denounces Critics After Fine and Bench Scandal
Namath defends himself after a curfew violation and benching as Jets coach Ken Shipp blasts television critics including Alex Karras and Howard Cosell. Jets sit at 3-10 and close the season against the Dallas Cowboys at Shea Stadium. Werblin faces criticism for comments.
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NFL closes door on Memphis Birmingham expansion for 1976
The NFL announced no expansion into Memphis Tennessee or Birmingham Alabama for 1976 while keeping door open for future consideration. Dan Rooney chairing the Expansion Committee said issues lie with expansion in general. Memphis Grizzlies president John Bassett criticized the decision and said the matter may be put to a vote. Both cities would need 20 of 26 owners to approve any move.
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Rozelle cites hurdles for NFL expansion after WEL collapse
Commissioner Rozelle says three hurdles must be cleared for NFL expansion amid a cloud of uncertainty from a weak economy and past league contractions. He notes Memphis and Birmingham failed the first hurdle, while Bassett threatens possible antitrust action if Memphis is blocked.
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