NIT May Lose TV and Field in 1976 Tournament
New York AP reports the National Invitation Tournament may drop TV coverage after CBS declined to renew its 10-year contract amid declining ratings and competition from NCAA events. The NIT, once a six team event and then a 16-team field, could become an eight-team tournament in 1976 with four March dates at Madison Square Garden. officials consider a possible fifth date if the field attracts strong interest.
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Woody Named Coach of Year
Ohio State’s Woody Hayes was named Coach of the Year by Midwest writers and broadcasters. It is his second time in four years to win. Hayes’ teams hold a 213-62-6 record over 25 seasons and 132-33-7 in the Big Ten, with 11 conference titles and three national championships in 1954 57 and 1968.
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Hawkeyes seniors at Linn County Club banquet
Walters and Yocom headlined the Iowa players at the annual Linn County club banquet in Cedar Rapids. Rodgers Walters and Brandt Yocom drew strong ovations for their remarks and routines, while Andre Jackson and Bob Holmes were noted among absent or returning attendees.
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Wash Swim Team Rout Central in Davenport Meet
Washington of Cedar Rapids dominated Davenport Central 63 to 20 as the unbeaten squad swept all events. Chris Williams and Jeff Henry each earned two individual wins and swam on a winning relay, with the junior varsity also triumphing 118. Washington heads to Des Moines Saturday to face Roosevelt in a dual meet.
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Iowa Football Staff Changes and Postseason Honors
Coach Bob Cummings loses two staffers to new roles with one being a fundraiser for the Iowa Foundation and another leaving for an administrative post. Tom McLaughlin weighs transfer rumors, while Iowa seniors Jensen Walters Paylin Bryant Penney gain senior or All-Star game recognition. Band expense debate linked to Fiesta Bowl funding cited. Wright Statebeat and all-state swim awards noted as debated by editor.
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Ford Best Guard in U.S. By Ken Rappoport AP Sports Welln
North Carolina coach Dean Smith praises Phil Ford as possibly the best guard in America after the Tar Heels beat Seton Hall 75-63 at Madison Square Garden. Ford scored 27 points with 10 assists while Seton Hall’s Greg Tynes added 24. Ford improved with a stronger jump shot, quickness and reliable shot selection, leading UNC’s offense as the standout guard in the ACC.
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