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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1973
Page
10
Ohio State faces Ohio University in an important game to avenge a 112 to 80 loss last season and halt a three game skid. The matchup also aims to build momentum for the MAC season and boost league prestige while boosting confidence for freshmen Alice Payne and Larry Slappy.
Ohio State visits the Convocation Center for a 3 p.m. Saturday clash with a puzzling Buckeyes squad after a 4 4 start. Freshman Larry Bolden leads with 10 ppg as six Buckeyes reach double figures. Ohio State jockeys a two game win streak while Ohio U stresses lineup stability and readiness.
Paul Kagen humorously predicts a January television football shortage with fewer Monday night games and limited options. He suggests partial viewing reductions and mocks fears of a manufactured crisis while noting potential consequences for fans before February.
A year after Ara Parseghian blasted Alabama for the easy path, the Sugar Bowl pits No. 3 Notre Dame against No. 1 Alabama in New Orleans. Bryant denies distraction as Alabama players acknowledge Parseghian’s critique while eight other bowls and major games unfold over New Year weekend.
Sparky Anderson said he turned down an offer from Oakland A's owner Charlie Finley two days after the World Series ended. Anderson recalled thinking Finley’s call was a joke and cited it would be tempting but he refused immediately despite Finley’s flattery.
Stroh's No 1 grabbed sole first place in the Under 30 League with a 78 62 win over previously unbeaten People's Bank. Risley 22 and Schelat 18 led Stroh's, with Ricketts and Dishong 10 each. P B's Pichler and Richards 16 each. Stroh's No 2 stayed undefeated in five with a 48 45 OT win over Random Sample as Jones 15 and Brown 14 paced Stroh's. Howery edged Abex 44 40 in two overtimes with Howery 15 Ball 11.
Miami University Redskins defeated Florida 16-7 in the Tangerine Bowl to raise MAC profile. Coach Bill Mallory argued the Mid American Conference deserves stronger bowl consideration, noting MAC teams posted over 75 percent nonconference win rate in 1973 and produced standouts like Paul Miles Gene Swick Bob Hitchens.
Green and White Club hosts an aftergame get-together at the Ohio University Inn after the Bobcats game with Ohio State. Event is open to the public. Athens High travels to Barnesville for a Saturday wrestling tournament with noon first round and 8 p.m. finals. Reynoldsburg defends. other teams include Warren Local Marietta Linsley Miami Trace Union Local.
Lynn Swann USC star wide receiver wins the 26th Glenn Pop Warner Award as West Coast's top senior player. Swann, 6 feet, 180 pounds, had 37 catches for 667 yards and six touchdowns this season and will close his career at the Rose Bowl against Ohio State. His career receptions total 91 ties USC record with Rod Sherman.
St Louis Cardinals coach Don Coryell signed a new four year deal as a tangible expression of appreciation. Owner William Bidwill praised Coryell for changing team and fan sentiment to optimism and said he will be with the club long term. The old contract was replaced and terms were not disclosed.
Penn State coach Joe Paterno runs a loose ship as he preps the Nittany Lions for the Orange Bowl against LSU. Players may enjoy the trip outside practice and meetings, as long as they return on time, stay disciplined, and observe curfew.
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