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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1975

Page

7

Eagles Crushed by Rams in 42 3 rout on Monday Night

Philadelphia fell to Los Angeles 42 to 3 as James Harris threw three touchdown passes to Harold Jackson and Jack Snow. Harris noted the Rams' dominance while Eagles coach Mike McCormack faced mounting pressure.

Philadelphia Los Angeles Rams James Harris Harold Jackson Eagles Harris Rams Harold Jackson Jack Snow Johnny Outlaw James Outlaw Los Angeles Roman Gabriel Dallas Fred Dryer Gabriel Mike McCormack McCormack John Cappelletti

Toronto Signs Davis To $1 Million Pact

Anthony Davis, a top WFL star, signs with the Toronto Argonauts in a five year deal worth about a million dollars. Davis, 5-9 and 190 pounds, cited his liking for the Canadian game and a wider field as reasons for joining the CFL team, which had not won a championship in 23 years.

Toronto Davis Anthony Davis Toronto Argonauts Argos Bill Hodgson New York Jets National Football League Hodgson Canada

Rozelle's Ban Challenged In Court Over WFL Players

In Cincinnati an offensive tackle from Indianapolis files a federal suit seeking a temporary injunction against NFL Commissioner Rozelle's ban on signing WFL players. The case alleges antitrust violations and seeks treble damages. Last week a judge blocked the NFL in a separate WFL player case.

Rozelle Cincinnati L. District Court Timothy S. Hogan NFL Pete Rozelle St. Paul Minn Chris S. Morris Indianapolis Ind Morris Indiana University Minnesota Vikings Cleveland Browns Memphis WFL San Antonio Wings U.S Edward Devitt

Ohio Bobcats rally lifts spirits after homecoming win

Ohio's 24 10 victory over Western Michigan gives the Bobcats a mental lift ahead of the Bowling Green game. Coach Bill Hess notes improved blocking and running while sizing up BG after their 27 20 loss to Ball State. Arnold Welcher and Greg Lockett earn conference weekly mentions as Ohio eyes a pivotal clash with Bowling Green. The standings show Ohio 2 3 0 and a tight MAC race.

Bob Maney Ohio Bobcats Bill Hess Bowling Green Miami Bowling Green Hess Western Ball State Miami Arnold Welcher Dick Conley Bill Gary Greg Lockett Greg Crew N. Illinois Toledo Kent State Youngstown State Eastern Michigan Illinois State Northern Illinois Western Michigan Northern Ilinois Akron Central Michigan Western Illinois Marshall

Sooners Close In on Buckeyes In AP Poll Shakeup

Second ranked Oklahoma narrowed the margin on No. 1 Ohio State as the Sooners beat Oklahoma State 27-7 while Ohio State edged Indiana 24-14. Nebraska, Texas A&M, Alabama, Michigan, Texas, Penn State and Southern California advanced in the top ten.

Sooners Buckeyes Associated Press Oklahoma Ohio State Today Ohio State Indiana Oklahoma State Oklahoma Sooners Nebraska

Indiana Defends In 94-78 Victory Over Russians

Indiana's defense leads the 94-78 win over the touring Soviet team as Scott May scores 34 points on a 13-for-15 shooting night. Coach Bobby Knight credits sharp defense for the turnaround, with May returning from injury to anchor the effort. Kondrashin admits Indiana is 20 points better than Marquette after witnessing the strong defensive performance.

Indianapolis Bobby Knight Indiana University Scott May Hoosiers Indiana Knight May Vladimir Kondrashin Marquette Kondrashin

Life-Long Sports Champs Campaign Targets Detroit Teams

A small Detroit group calling itself Life-Long Sports Champs vows guerrilla activism to push for championship quality from the Red Wings Lions and Tigers. Led by Doug Ross the group accuses owners of mediocrity and plans awards for players who shine elsewhere.

Detroit Motor City Detroit Red Wings Lions Tigers Ross Chumps IHL Detroit Lions William Ford Montreal Canadiens Pete Mahovlich Marcel Dionne Los Angeles

Veteran Coach Is Fired by Squires

Norfolk, AP Virginia Squires fire veteran coach Al Bianchi after a 15 69 season worst in ABA history. GM Jack Anderson cites a needed coaching change as Calvin injured, interim by Calvin. Bianchi, in 18th pro season, notes no immediate plans despite two years left on a three year deal.

Norfolk al Bianchi Virginia Squires American Basketball Association Squires Bianchi Kentucky Colonels Virginia Mack Calvin Mike Green Denver Nuggets Jack Anderson Calvin

Athens City League opening night results highlight local teams

In Athens City Basketball League action Athena Cinema beat Gibson Motor City 46 38 as Bill Whaley scored 10 and Lloyd Martin led Gibson with 12. Budweiser defeated Abex 55 39 with Bill Koons 15 points and John Matheny 18 for Abex. Baron topped Big Red Tomato 83 40 led by Bill Brown 30 Denny Busch 21 and Fred Cluff 14. Andy Chenko had 13 for Big Red Tomato.

Athena Cinema Budweiser Baron Men's Shop Athens City Gibson Motor City Bill Whaley Lloyd Martin Gibson Bill Koons Abex John Matheny Bill Brown Denny Busch Fred Cluff Pace Baron Big Red Tomato Andy Chenko

Alexander Spartans Doomed to Final Home Game

Columbus Alexander undefeated Spartans sit 9-0-0 and rank 7th in AP Class A poll as they host Nelsonville York to close the season. Cincinnati Reds announce 1976 NL opener vs Houston on Thursday April 8.

Columbus — Alexander Spartans Nelsonville-York Reds Cincinnati Cincinnati Reds Houston

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