Cappelletti Wins Surprising Heisman Trophy Fifty Years After Staubach
Penn State running back John Cappelletti captured the Heisman, besting Ohio State tackle John Hicks by a wide margin. Cappelletti, 6-foot-2, 206 pounds, rushed for 1057 yards and 17 TDs, helping Penn State to 10-0 and an Orange Bowl berth, in the 39th vote.
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Santo rejects Cubs trade in latest player veto
Santo, the Cubs third baseman, used a new contract clause to approve or block trades and refused a move to the California Angels. At the same time, Finley presses for compensation from the Yankees for Williams' departure, while NL owners debate San Diego's franchise future and ball clubs announce two five team moves, including Briles and Grimsley trades.
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West hits 25000th NBA point to lift Lakers over Suns
Lakers star Jerry West scored 25,000 points becoming the third player in NBA history to reach the milestone. He poured in 26 points with 14 assists and five steals as Los Angeles beat Phoenix 120-103 to reclaim first in the Pacific Division. Suns’ Charlie Scott led with 23. Other finals across the league included Chicago over Seattle 130-107 and Milwaukee over Houston 124-109.
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Bennington Ski and Skate Exchange Opens
The Bennington Recreation Department began a ski and skate exchange on November 26 to let residents buy and sell used winter sports gear. Drop off items at the Center for checking and marking. the sale runs through December 15.
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Frank Zoltek keeps Mt Anthony athletic program thriving quietly
Mt Anthony athletic director Frank Zoltek handles 26 weekly classes, budgeting, scheduling, ushering and fundraising while overseeing over 30 interscholastic teams. He liaises with coaches, meets college personnel for scholarships, and pushes for expansion to hockey and swimming, prioritizing education and sportsmanship over winning.
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Blues edge Islanders as Brooks nets winner in second period
St Louis rookie Gordie Brooks scored the decisive goal at 9 09 of the second period after a feed from Bob Collyard. Collyard then set up Brooks again for his second goal late in the game as the Blues beat the New York Islanders 3 1.
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Burr and Burton Bulldogs top Wallingford 69 to 49 in season opener
Burr and Burton Blitzes Wallingford after slow first half to win 69 49 behind 20 points from Steve Green and 19 from Herbie Spaulding. Wescott led Wallingford with 23 as Bulldogs pull away in third quarter and guard play clamps down Foxes. Junior varsity win 31 30 in a frantic finish. next game at Woodstock.
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