Rams Brace for Cold . Rams Testing Frigid Bloomington Weather Before Playoff
UPI reports the Los Angeles Rams headed to Bloomington four days early to acclimate to sub freezing weather for the Western title clash with Minnesota. Roman Gabriel cites lessons from 1967, while Vikings QB Joe Kapp praises front-wall protection as crucial. Dallas and Cleveland also appear in notes about playoff prep and weather impact. James Street comments on his passing style as Cotton Bowl approaches.
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UPI
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Packers
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Green Bay
Milwaukee
Joe Kapp
Vikings
Kapp
Bill Nelsen
Cleveland
Dallas
NFL
Nelsen
Craig Morton
Cowboys
Baltimore
Far West Classic Opens With Strong Eight Team Field
The 14th annual Far West Classic at Portland Memorial Coliseum features two unbeaten teams, the defending NIT champion, and five other top squads. Washington faces USC in the opening game, with Illinois and Temple also strong contenders. Oregon, the defending champion, plays Michigan State as the event runs through Monday and Tuesday with consolation and championship games.
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UPI
Portland
Memorial Coliseum
Washington
USC
Huskies
Trojans
Illinois
Washington State
Temple
Oregon State
Oregon
Jim Henry
Michigan State
English Horseman Eyes Derby Glory and Gold
London based English banker David Sandeman seeks a $100,000 buy to import Double Splash for the Kentucky Derby. He plans to purchase a new two year old each year, train for the May race, then sell, aiming for a potential prize and a strong American reception for English involvement in a classic.
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UPI
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David Montagu
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Red Sox Schedule at Fenway for 1970 Home Games
The Red Sox released a 81 home game schedule at Fenway Park for 1970 starting April 14 against the Yankees and ending September 30 with the Yankees. The plan adds 39 night games, three holiday 11 am starts on Patriots Day Memorial Day and July 4, plus two 12:30 pm Business Man's Specials against the Angels and Tigers. Prices rise 25 cents on roof boxes box seats and reserved grandstands. Renewal notices go to season ticket holders.
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Vikings and Rams face low scoring clash in Minnesota
Minnesota Vikings head coach Bud Grant predicts a low scoring game with the Los Angeles Rams for the NFL Western division clash. Rams coach George Allen dismisses predicting outcomes, noting both teams are focused on the present after late season slips. The Rams arrive amid snowfall in Minneapolis and adjust with field aware gear and multiple shoe types.
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Steinmark Receives Steady Cheer At Astrodome
Freddie Steinmark, Texas Longhorns star whose leg was amputated after the season, smiles as Oakland Raiders send a game ball with a Pride and Poise message. He plans to attend the Cotton Bowl and Hula Bowl, expressing cheerful resolve despite his amputation and recent health scare.
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Second U.S. Olympic Invitation Indoor Track Meet Held in Madison Square Garden
The event on February 20 features six men's running events, three women's running events, and three women's field events at Madison Square Garden.
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Madison Square Garden
Hoosick Falls versus Mt Anthony sparks cross border sports clash
A Vermont Vermont newspaper recounts a heated basketball game between Hoosick Falls Central High School and Mt Anthony Union High School. The piece defends football scheduling against basketball, explains Vermont class designations, and notes strong Hoosier support while calling for balanced multi sport rivalry.
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Clay Forced Out Into the Open
In Austin Texas Cas sius Clay faced a public move for a Texas boxing license after promoters kept quiet to avoid hurting a possible Frazier bout. The license denial led to a district court suit to force licensing and to stage a Clay versus Frazier match at the Astrodome in February or March, but litigation could delay or derail the plan.
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