Saints Fire J D Roberts as Mecom Grants New Coach
John Mecom Jr. dismissed Saints head coach J D Roberts replacing him with offensive coordinator John North. North, 51, is a Vanderbilt alumnus who has coached at LSU and with the Detroit Lions before joining New Orleans this season. The move comes as the Saints seek turnaround after consecutive 2-11-1 and 4-8-2 seasons and a winless 1973 preseason.
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Ali Aims for New Roles as Norton Rematch Looms
Muhammad Ali prepares for a September 10 rematch with Ken Norton in Los Angeles, while shaping plans for a television career and an exhibition tour. Norton trains in California, with both fighters pursuing renewed fitness and strategies amid talk of hypnosis, rivals’ opinions, and potential broadcast deals.
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Giants poised to challenge in NFC East title race
New York Giants show improved defense led by Jack Gregory and a revamped line. Offense stays potent with Ron Johnson and Norm Snead while receivers Herrmann Houston Grim and a solid backfield aim for a top NFC finish. Key questions remain about the secondary as the team plans a move from Yankee Stadium to Yale Bowl before a New Jersey home.
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Paterno At The Helm Class Of The East Is Penn State
Penn State under Joe Paterno faces a tough 1973, aiming to defend Eastern supremacy. The coach notes near-ready QB Tom Shuman, returning stars, and a strong defense while contenders include West Virginia Syracuse Temple and others in a wide ACC-like mix.
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NHL Expands with Two New Franchises for 1976-77
NHL announces Phase Three expansion adding two franchises for the 1976-77 season. Campbell and committee chair cite economic stability and plan to reach 24 North American teams in the 1970s. They rule out a merger with the WHA but will study junior player age limits. committee meets Wednesday in Toronto.
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Harrelson Struggles To 74 In Minute Man Classic
Concord Mass AP veteran Bob Menne bids for a third straight win as he and seven others stay within one stroke entering the second round of the $50 000 Minute Man Classic at Nashawtuk Country Club Ken Hawk Harrelson former Red Sox star struggles to a 74 on the 6800 yard course The pro am format reduces until Wednesday’s 18 hole finale with a $1000 first prize for pro am team and potential extra grabs today
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Tiger Ticket Schedule Is Announced
Biddeford High School announces ticket sales for tonight’s round robin football time. Tickets go on sale at the high school Wednesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. On Friday sales move to Waterhouse Field ticket office at the same times.
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