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Newspaper

Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1971

Page

10

Colts Train to Beat Heat in Dolphins Showdown

The article previews the American Conference championship where the Colts face the Dolphins in Miami while the Cowboys host San Francisco for the National Conference title. It notes Bubba Smith, a prominent Baltimore defensive player, and his family’s hopes tied to the Super Bowl outcomes.

Colts Heat Dolphins Willie Ray Smith Beaumont Teg Bubba Tody Baltimore Dallas Miami Cowboys San Francisco Oakland Kansas City Chiefs

Scrooge meets pro football on Christmas Day clash

Ebenezer Scrooge would object to Christmas Day being taken over by pro football as the NFL and TV networks staged weekend games amid holiday audiences. The piece laments the scheduling and overtime spurt, notes public backlash, and highlights playoff implications for the Dolphins and Colts. The article cites Dan Rozelle and network chiefs, plus players like Yepremian and Nottingham in the context of the Miami Baltimore clash and upcoming title tilt in New Orleans.

Arthur Daley New York Times News Service Ebenezer Scrooge Park Avenue Charles Dicken Scrooge Wives and Pete Rozelle N.F.L Bill MacPhail Carl Lindemann Minnesota Santa Claus America Dallas New Orleans Baltimore Bubba Miami Colts Dolphins Unitas Norm Bulaich Bulaich Don Nottingham Nottingham Browns Ravenna Ohio Cleveland

Tangerine Bowl and Fiesta Bowl results preview

United Press International reports ahead of Tangerine Bowl at Orlando where Toledo seeks a 35th straight win against Richmond, and Blue-Gray in Montgomery. Arizona State tops Florida State 45 38 in Fiesta Bowl. South defeats North 7 6 in Shrine all star game with Majors converting for the South.

United Press International Toledo University Richmond Tonight Orlando Fla Montgomery Ala Arizona State Florida State Tempe Ariz Tommy Durrance Florida Tennessee Bobby Majors Johnny Miami Woody Green

Patriots Edge Hoosick Falls Echoes From Last December

The Patriots recall a narrow loss to Hoosick Falls last December that sparked post game frustration. Keith LeBarron’s late jumper was stopped by errant gym rings hanging from the rafters, leaving Mt. Anthony in a sour mood and seeking redemption.

Mt. Anthony Vern Pierce Bob Mook Pittsfield Patriots Hoosick Falls New York Bennington Keith LeBarron Dave Frederickson LeBarron Arlington Fair Haven Park St Hoosiers Peter McGuire Bannerland Burr Burton

Dolphins dominate AFC All Stars with six selections

The Miami Dolphins place six players on the 1971 AFC All-Star team after finishing 10-3-1 and winning the Eastern Division.QB Bob Griese, WR Paul Warfield, G Larry Little, RB Larry Csonka on offense. On defense: DE Bill Stanfill and S Jake Scott.

Dolphins NEW York UPI Miami Dolphins United Press International Don Shula Bob Griese AFC Paul Warfield Larry Little Larry Csonka Bill Stanfill Jake Scott Kansas City Chiefs

Warriors win in Milwaukee Classic opener as Marquette hosts

Second ranked Marquette routed Georgetown 88?44 to begin the 10th Milwaukee Classic, with reserves sparking a strong second half. Jim Chones led scorers with 17 while George Frazier added 16 as the Warriors advance toward tonight’s final against Marshall.

Marquette Warriors Georgetown Warrior Hoyas Jim Chones Chones George Frazier Marshall Wisconsin Mike D’ Antoni Tom Riker Kevin Joyce Danny Traylor South Carolina Fairfield

Rainbow Classic opens with Hawaii Marines fall in Honolulu

Hawaii Rainbows, a non college foe, win 109-88 in the Rainbow Classic opener at Honolulu. Northwestern loses in overtime, while Army, Oklahoma City, Stanford, Valparaiso and others post tournament wins across multiple sites as teams adjust to early season action and field standout players.

Hawaii Marines Honolulu Hawaii Rainbows Northwestern Army Indiana State Oklahoma City North Texas Stanford Bowling Green Oio Valparaiso Ind Detroit Motor City Lee Haven Colorado Oklahoma State Missouri Nebraska Kansas City Wyoming Idaho State Utah State Arkansas Logan Utah

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