Tarkenton Faces Critics as He Nears Passing Records
Francis Tarkenton, 35, eyes NFL career passing marks as he leads the Minnesota Vikings to a seventh straight win. He trails Johnny Unitas by 49 completions and sits within 10 TDs of the 290 career TD passes record, while earning praise from Bart Starr and Bud Grant for his durability and impact.
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Linn-Mar Dominates East Central Iowa football statistics
Linn-Mar led the conference in offense and defense with 309 rushing yards per game and 119 allowed. Von Hollingsworth topped passing with 418 yards and six touchdowns. Beckman, LaSalle, and Regina followed in various categories as Linn-Mar won the sophomore title 5-0 while LaSalle finished 4-1.
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Hollingsworth
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Maloney
Teague
Mark Lamb
Brawner
Soph
Cedar Rapids Player Plays for Northeast Missouri State
Playing Dave Diehl of Cedar Rapids is a member of the Northeast Missouri State University football team.
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Cedar Rapids
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UK Basketball Freshman Foschi Leaves Team
Pat Foschi a 6 foot 4 freshman guard from Virginia Minnesota reportedly departed the University of Kentucky basketball squad.
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University of Kentucky
Trade shocks Esposito and Frazier shoots for another shot
Boston Bruins superstar Phil Esposito learns of a trade to the New York Rangers in a sweeping deal. Former champ Joe Frazier expresses desire to fight again after his loss to Muhammad Ali.
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New Jersey Supreme Court Fast Tracks Carter Clemency Appeal
The New Jersey Supreme Court will hear Hurricane Carter’s appeal for a new trial on a direct basis, bypassing the appellate division. Gov. Byrne says clemency remains possible before a ruling. Carter and co-defendant John Artis face life terms for a 1967 Paterson bar triple murder. Carter could seek parole in 1994. Artis could be released in 1980.
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Cyclone JVs Rally Past Missouri In Final Minute
The Iowa State junior varsity football team came from behind to beat Missouri 21-13 in Ames. Fullback Frank Cooper scored from five yards with 5:20 remaining to give ISU an 18-13 lead, then Tim Lane added a 44-yard field goal to seal the win as Missouri fell to 2-1.
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Cedar Falls Hosts Iowa Federation Cross Country Meet
Cedar Falls hosted the Iowa Federation Cross Country Championship at Pleasant Ridge Golf Course. Mike Duncan won the five mile race in 25:20.25, with Steve MacTaggart second at 25:32. Joe Burke of Iowa State finished third in 25:33, followed by Shane Dooley of Drake at 25:36 and Ron Peters of Florida Track Club at 25:37. About 30 runners from Drake, Northern Iowa, and Iowa State competed. no team scores were kept.
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Washington Diplomats sign John Kerr as player coach
The Washington Diplomats of the North American Soccer League announce the signing of mid fielder John Kerr as a player assistant coach. Kerr joins the team duties on field and in coaching, signaling a two role engagement for the club this season.
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First women awarded UW athletic scholarships in 114 years
Seventeen women will receive athletic scholarships at the University of Washington starting this quarter in six sports. The group includes Irene Arden, a World Games swimming gold medalist, and Suse Gosling, UW’s top female tennis player for three years.
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NFL Stocking Talks Stall Over Seahawks and Buccaneers
In New York, the National Football League failed to reach a stocking formula for the Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers after a marathon session from 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Owners set another meeting for November 19 at a site to be announced as Commissioner Pete Rozelle pressured a resolution.
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Rally Wins For Navy over Miami 17 16 for first winning season since 1967
Navy erased a 16 3 halftime deficit to beat Miami 17 16. Gene Ford returned a 24 yard interception for a fourth quarter TD and Chet Moeller added a late pick to seal the Midshipmen victory as Miami suffered its sixth straight losing season. Joe Gattuso and Bob Jackson contributed a fourth quarter score on a 52 yard drive. Chris Dennis kicked three first half field goals for Miami.
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