Bonham Purple Warriors Earn District Honors Despite 1-9 Season
Danny Backus named defensive player of the year and linebacker on the blue ribbon team. Steve Warnell and Tony Perry also earn spots on the all district defensive unit while Perry gains honorable mention on offense. Willie Phea receives offensive honorable mention. Lewisville, McKinney, Gainesville, and South Grand Prairie lead district selections.
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SMU Names Dave Smith as New Head Football Coach
Dave Smith returns to SMU as head coach on a four year contract after eight seasons as Hayden Fry’s assistant and a standout season at Oklahoma State. He aims to install a strong foundation, win over Dallas crowds, and balance Fry’s legacy with his own plan at the Mustangs.
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Morton To Start Against Giants In Split Cowboys Plan
Dallas Cowboys coach Tom Landry said Craig Morton will start the first half against the New York Giants with Roger Staubach taking the second half. Morton, sidelined by flu, practiced Friday after a hospital stay. Linebacker Chuck Howley was released from the hospital after knee surgery and will miss the season, aiming to return next year.
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Chilton Clinches Class B Title In Texas Thriller
Bernard McGee connected on a 12 yard touchdown pass to Jack Landrum with 1:19 left as Chilton edged Windthorst 6-0 in the first Class B title game in Texas. Chilton piled 165 rushing yards led by Arcurtis Simpson while Windthorst gained 116 on the ground in a defensive struggle.
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Second In A Series Eagle Hopes Ride On Offense
Ector Eagles under ET graduate Robert Murray show a 3-12 record after a tough non-district schedule. Guard Jimmy Newton leads with 18 PPG as the team emphasizes scoring with hustle while defense improves.
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Smith Praised By OSU Player After Smith Departure
Stillwater Oklahoma OSU sophomore halfback Fountain Smith praised new SMU coach Dave Smith saying he has built morale and momentum in the team. OSU Athletic Director Floyd Guss said officials tried to keep Smith as head coach with every reasonable effort.
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Van Horlick Traded To Los Angeles Kings
Portland Buckaroos defenseman John Van Horlick moves to the NHL Kings for three players. Acquired by Portland are Jim Stanfield the WHL leader, center wing Glen Turner from Fort Wayne, and defenseman Mike Keeler from Springfield.
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Wolfe City's Jerry Card Tops All District 17 A Team
Senior Jerry Card of the Wolfe City Wolves led district 17 A voting for the 1972 football season. He was unanimously chosen for both offense and defense. Junior Walton Ticer earned guard on the honors squad, Bubba Hashaway named as All District linebacker and on honorable mention as intensive end.
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Schools Dismiss Dec 22 for Christmas Holidays
Honey Grove school officials announce early dismissal at 1 30 pm on December 22 for Christmas holidays. Teachers resume January 2 and students return January 3, 1973, following the break.
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New Orleans Uptown Jockey Wins Three Races at Fan Grounds
Jockey Leroy Muyets rode three winners in a New Orleans program at Fan Grounds. Lightning Princess paid 4 to 1 in the third race, Ruanu returned 8 to 1 in another, and Amber Melody paid 11 to 1 in the featured ninth race.
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