Groves Out as OU Falls to Marshall 49 27
Ohio University coach Bill Hess criticized the old Astroturf after a 49 27 loss to Marshall at Fairfield Stadium. Star defensive end Steve Groves is out for the year with a knee injury plus several teammates sidelined or doubtful. Hess praised OU players Vetter Turpin and Welcher and noted injuries marred the win.
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Orioles Close In As Yankees Red Sox Open Series
The Yankees and Red Sox start a pivotal three game set while Baltimore remains in striking distance. Jim Palmer wins again for the Orioles 6-3 over Toronto as Cleveland, Texas, and Chicago post wins in AL action. Palmer is 16-11. White Sox announce Lemon and staff rehired for 1978.
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Connors Cast As Villain In Open Final Drama
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley notes a tense moment between commentators Tony Trabert and Pat Summerall during the Sunday U S Open final featuring Guillermo Villas and Jimmy Connors.
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Purdue Ohio game tickets on sale at Congo office
Reserve seats for the Purdue versus Ohio University game in West Lafayette Indiana with tickets at eight dollars and ongoing sales for Bobcat season and home-game tickets. Wellston seeks an opening football date for 1978 and invites interested parties to contact Athletic Director Joe Michaels at the high school.
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Houston Finds Its Magic Against UCLA
Houston quarterback Danny Davis sparked a dramatic comeback in a nationally televised game, guiding the Cougars to a 17-13 victory over 11th ranked UCLA. Davis engineered two scoring drives after UCLA led 13-3 at halftime, surpassing UCLA’s Rick Bashore who had the Bruins ahead early. Kenny Hatfield added a 34 yard field goal for Houston.
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Davis leads late rally as Cougars top Bruins
Davis engineered a 93 yard third quarter drive and Cyral Thomas added the winner with 11:03 left. Bashore’s Bruins stalled after halftime as Houston seized momentum, with Davis finishing 11 of 18 passing for 147 yards and 68 rushing yards while Bashore struggled after a strong first half. The Bruins led 13 3 at halftime but failed to capitalize on several red zone opportunities. Davis acknowledged remaining mature and the defense's pride despite the comeback.
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Veterans Get the Axe as NFL Final Cuts Hit Rosters
Washington cuts include Jerry Smith and Brig Owens from the Over the Hill Gang as rosters drop to 43 ahead of the season. Other veteran waivers include Jim Bertelsen Tom Dempsey and Alden Roche, with Mike McCoy traded to Oakland for Herb McMath and two future picks.
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Dodgers Gain Edge as Phillies Clinch Lead over Pirates
Phillies beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6 2 as Dave Johnson exacts revenge on pitcher Jerry Reuss. Johnson goes 2 for 3 with a bases loaded walk, aiding Philadelphia’s nine game NL East lead with 19 to play. Dodgers win 7 4 in 10 innings to sharpen West race while Mets, Cardinals, Braves win. Christenson earns win for Phillies.
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Athens, Ironton golfers lead dual meets in SE Ohio
Athens tops Meigs 154 to 189 led by Jim Hensler and Karl Fry with 37s. Ironton edged Gallipolis by four strokes 165 to 169 as Kev Hawk shot 38 to medalist. Jackson defeated Waverly 186 to 212 with Greg Forsythe earning medalist honors at 41 and lowest putts.
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