Colorado State U Won't Drop Grid Plans
CSU governing board rejected student demands to drop football to prevent higher athletic fees. Faced with a $560,000 program deficit the board raised fees from 36 to 60 dollars annually to fund athletics and insisted an entire athletic program stay in place. CSU joins the Western Athletic Conference with title contention set to begin this year.
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Driscoll Named December Player of Month at Upper Iowa
Jefferson High School graduate Pat Driscoll from Cedar Rapids has been chosen as December Player of the Month for Upper Iowa College. He led the Peacocks with 163 points and 21 assists in December while averaging 23.8 points per game in a 3-4 run.
Cornell Coe to battle Knox Monmouth in Mt Vernon
Mt Vernon hosts a wrestling doubleheader with Cornell Coe facing Knox and Monmouth at 7 and 8:30 p.m. Former local stars Doug Colon Tim Thomson Dana Snodgrass and Pat Luther wrestle for Cornell while Monmouth features Chuck Corle and Knox is led by Al Partin. Admission is free.
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Rose Named Fighter of the Year by WBC
Lionel Rose of Australia earns unanimous Fighter of the Year honors from the World Boxing Council after a standout bantamweight season. The award highlights Rose as the top professional fighter of the year.
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Ohio State Coach Hayes Visits Vietnam Troops
Woody Hayes and Bill Hess visited fire support bases in Phu Bai Vietnam to meet troops. They showed a 45 minute film of the Rose Bowl win and praised the soldiers while noting the Jets 16 7 victory surprised him. Hayes spoke about American buildup and North Vietnamese conditions.
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Wildcats Reach 1000 Wins With Georgia Victory
Kentucky basketball coach Adolph Rupp battles NCAA history as Kentucky adds another win to chase the 1000th victory. The fifth-ranked Wildcats, 88 68 over Georgia, join St John’s Notre Dame and Colorado in Monday action with Issel and Casey scoring for Kentucky while Lienhard leads Georgia. Colorado tops the Big Eight after a 14 2 season and solidifies its ranking.
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Paterno Honored as Outstanding College Football Coach
AP Photo Top Man Joe Paterno, who coached Penn State to its first unbeaten season in 1 years, picked out his trophy when he was honored recently as the outstanding college football coach by the Washington Touchdown club.
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Jets claim stunning upset to win world title
New York Jets defeated Baltimore 16 to 7 in the Super Bowl sealing professional football's world title. Weeb Ewbank praised Namath for a perfect game and highlighted teammates Sauer Maynard Philbin Herman Snell Hill Turner and Matte as key contributors.
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Midland wrestlers stay undefeated with 37 10 win
Midland's wrestling team extended its unbeaten streak to seven with a 37 10 victory over Northeast Elvira. Foils mentioned include Avery Winger for Midland at 3 59 and 138 Jerrecken at 5 35 while Jerry Larnit of Northeast Elvira is noted with 154.
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Namath’s Hometown Cheers Jets in Super Bowl Thriller
Beaver Falls residents crowded homes and bars to watch the Jets win over the Colts. Police described a near-deserted town during the game while locals recalled Namath’s leadership and the community’s fervent support.
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Peterman Key Player As Jeff Prep Climbs Standings
Jefferson senior guard Steve Peterman earns Prep of the Week honors for lifting the J-Hawks with 15 points and a strong floor game in a 59-57 win over sixth-ranked Dubuque Senior. He combined scoring with defense and leadership, boosting his season average to 11.3 points per game and 70 percent free-throw shooting.
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Andros to Discuss Pitt Coaching Vacancy
Oregon State coach Dee Andros will fly to Pittsburgh on Tuesday to discuss the University of Pittsburgh football opening with officials and the chancellor. He noted he would not waste time if there was nothing there.
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Dodgers Manager Walter Alston Batting Debut Silent Out
Walter Alston of the Dodgers, long serving manager, appeared at bat once in his major league playing career and struck out.
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Barbara Rubin Seeks First Ride as Jockey in Miami
Barbara Jo Rubin, 19, of Miami qualified for a jockey license Monday and will ride in her first race against male jockeys later this week. Tropical Park stewards endorsed her after she broke a horse from the starting gate and trainer Bryan Webb plans to feature her on one of his horses. The license will be issued after she completes a race.
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Benton-Dysart wrestlers roll to second straight dual win
Benton-Dysart van Horne’s wrestlers defeated Dysart-Geneseo 42 to 6 in a dual meet on Monday night. Key pins came from Jan Kaestner for Benton and other decisive falls in the match.
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