Texas Stops Mississippi in Cotton Bowl Thriller
Texas defense stifled Mississippi as Texas won 12 to 7 in the Cotton Bowl. Longhorns backs crippled the Rebels’ ground game while Jim Saxton and Reed Davis scored on the Texas offense. Mississippi’s Glynn Griffing threw for 163 yards with three interceptions as the Rebels' bid faltered in the final minutes.
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Rose Bowl Clash Ends Bruins Stumble as Gophers Roll
Minnesota Gophers delivered a decisive 21-3 Rose Bowl victory over UCLA Bruins in Pasadena. Sandy Stephens led Minnesota with a scoring run and key passes, while UCLA struggled against Minnesota's power game and execution. Stephens named game’s top standout in sunlit stadium.
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Ohio State Claims Undisputed Lead
Ohio State holds an undisputed edge as the top team in college basketball after sweeping Washington UCLA and Southern California, with Jerry Lucag leading a deep, experienced lineup. Cincinnati rose to second after Holiday Festival wins, while Kentucky and Kansas State climbed in the rankings.
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Judge Dickson Recovers Almose y Thompson Fumble
Judge Dickson recovered Almose y Thompson's fumble near the UCLA Stephens dove across from the 1 yard line, preserving a defensive stance early in the game.
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Four Bowl Games Attendance Reach About 311 Thousand
The Associated Press reports the four major bowls drew roughly 311,109 spectators. Cold weather limited the Sugar Bowl crowd in New Orleans and rain hit the Orange Bowl in Miami for the first time in its history. Sugar 57,000. Cotton 71,550. Orange 62,981. Rose 7,000.
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Packers Capture 37 0 Victory and Share Player Winnings
Green Bay Packers crushed the New York Giants 37 to 0 to clinch the Western Division title. Each player received 5195.44 from the Sunday game receipts, with wives receiving mink gifts from Green Bay management. Coach Vince Lombardi had rebuilt the team after leaving the Giants, and Art Starr led the offense with three touchdown passes while Paul Hornung powered the ground game.
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Sugar Bowl Glory Falls On Trammell's End Run Victory
Alabama defeats Arkansas 103 to 0 in the Sugar Bowl as Pat Trammell sets a high tempo with deceptive runs and Mike Fracchia racks up 123 rushing yards on 20 carries. Bryant lauds Trammell as the difference in a tight win before a sellout crowd of 82,510. Trammell hails Sugar Bowl being his farewell to football en route to medical school.
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There’s No Doubt LSU Tigers Are Rough And Tough
AP reports LSU Tigers defeated Colorado 25-7 in the Orange Bowl securing a 10th straight win. Coach Paul Dietzel praised the team’s defense and kicking game while noting future strength with more seniors.
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Art Market Wins Second Run in Four Days at Santa Anita
Art Market secured his second victory in four days by a half length in the San Gabriel Handicap at Santa Anita Park. Jockey Shoemaker rode the 4-year-old to beat Greg Eacle, with 42,699 in attendance. The mile and one eighth race finished in 1:48.245 amid suspension of Ismael Valennieth.
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12-4A State Ready To Go In Openers
In District 12-4A the Robert E. Lee Ganders open title chase at 7:30 pm Tuesday in Pasadena. The Ganders, tallest in the circuit, face pressure as favorites. Brazosport hosts Galena Park, Galveston visits Smiley, and South Houston goes to Texas City. Coach Bollinger seeks luck and a strong start as Baytown fans travel with the Ganders.
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Fame Hall At Fair Dallas Sports Hall of Fame Plan
The Texas president Ed Fite of United Press Sports Hall of Fame was reelected secretary for a term, as the Texas Sports Writers Association discussed displaying Hall of Fame trophies at the State Fair. Co chairs Dick Moore and Walter Robertson head a committee to finalize details, with Wilbur Evans named president for 1962 and Bill Whitemore named vice president.
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Chargers Sign Lance Alworth After Sugar Bowl
San Diego Chargers end Lance Alworth signed a contract after the Sugar Bowl, choosing the AFL over the NFL. Alworth cited growth opportunities with the AFL as a key reason. Chargers coach Al Davis declined to release terms, calling them very respectable. Alworth was a Brookhaven Miss product and No. 7 pick among AFL and NFL selections.
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