Falcons upset Vikings as Lee shines in upset win
Atlanta quarterback Bob Lee scrambled to spark a 20-14 victory over Minnesota, delivering two touchdown passes including a 39 yard strike to Eddie Ray. The win lifts the Falcons to 7-3 and adds a potential wild card bid, while Bud Grant unhappy with late officiating.
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Namath’s late theatrics fall just short in Jets loss
In Cincinnati, Joe Namath sparked a 79 yard drive and a final goal line pass attempt that fell short as the Jets lost to the Bengals 20 14. Namath, returning from a shoulder injury, dazzled with dramatic chances and a disputed near touchdown at the end. The game hinged on two key plays reviewed by instant replay, one ruled illegal and another undecided on ball control at the goal line.
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Harrelson and Gorman to Speak at St Marys Sports Night
St Marys Alumni Association will host Sports Night featuring Bud Harrelson of the Mets and Tom Gorman NL umpire in the high school gym. Harrelson led Mets in steals, set a 54 errorless games record in 1970, and won a 1971 Gold Glove. Gorman, veteran NL umpire, worked five World Series and called key 1968 and 1969 games. An autographed Hank Aaron baseball will be awarded. refreshments and a Q&A follow. Tickets at the door.
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Dick Trombly Wins MAYAA Football Raffle Drawing
The Mt. Anthony Youth Athletic Association held its football raffle drawing at the Recreation Center on Saturday morning. Dick Trombly was named the winner in this weekend's drawing conducted by the Recreation Department.
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Bruins Build Momentum In NHL East Tilt
The Boston Bruins push to lead the NHL East with six straight wins and a 95 goals tally, led by Phil Esposito who tops the league with 21 goals and 22 assists in 19 games. A Thanksgiving break followed by a test against the Philadelphia Flyers marks a critical stretch as Boston aims to extend its pace. The MAYAA fundraiser raffled prizes totaling 250, 150, and 100 to benefit Pee Wee and Midget football, with over 1,000 tickets sold and winners to be mailed their awards.
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Former coaching great Bierman moves to convalescent hospital
Bernie Bierman former Minnesota football coach of five national titles in the 1930s and 1940s has recovered enough from a stroke to be moved to Beverly Manor Convalescent Hospital in Laguna Hills California Bierman aged 79 was transferred Wednesday to the facility for convalescence and further treatment
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Women’s basketball program offered this winter
The Recreation Department announces a full scale winter basketball program for boys and girls from grade 5, high school, plus adult men and women. A meeting at the Recreation Center invites all women and adults who wish to play. The plan includes junior high clinics and a nine team men’s league with help from junior high coaches, Mt. Anthony Youth Athletic Association, and school staff.
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East names five for all star game
East names five for all star game with Gary Marangi and Norris Weese leading a group that includes Don Clune Larry Van Loan and Mark Van Eeghen. The Dec 29 Shrine game at Candlestick Park features nine players from the East with strong passing running and receiving credentials and notable college records.
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