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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1978

Page

15

Berns Seeks Nebraska Upset of Oklahoma Amid Injury

Nebraska’s Richard Berns carries a bruised thigh as he eyes an upset over No. 1 Oklahoma in a nationally televised Big Eight clash. The Huskers aim to extend an eight game win streak and deny OU’s bid for a title, while Sooner coach Barry Switzer warns Nebraska must avoid Colorado’s mistakes.

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ISU Faces Most Improved Pokes In Big Eight Showdown

Iowa State travels to Stillwater aiming to reach third place in the Big Eight as Oklahoma State, buoyed by a hot stretch behind quarterback Scott Burk and running back Worley Taylor, seeks another win to solidify its standing. The Cyclones, 6-3 overall, 3-2 in the league, hope to disrupt OSU’s momentum and snap a recent skid against the Cowboys.

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Gannon to Start as ISU Offensive Tackle

Iowa State coach Earle Bruce announced Mike Gannon will make his first varsity start at offensive tackle for Saturday’s road trip to Oklahoma State. Freshman Tom Roach earns a starting fullback role, with Jeff Curry backing up at fullback and tailback. Rocky Gillis will back tailback, while Victor Mack and Al Grissinger miss the trip with knee injuries.

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UNI Hosts Top Passing Attack in MCC Clash

Northern Iowa faces a potent Northern Michigan aerial attack led by Todd Krueger who has 2002 passing yards and 12 touchdowns this season. UNI's 16 TD passes allowed tops the MCC, while the Panthers seek improvement after a rough 2-7 run and three MCC losses. Northern Michigan aims to extend its series lead and maintain momentum after an 8-2 edge over UNI.

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Big Ten Leaders Favored As Conference Upsets Look Ahead

The Big Ten race tightens with Purdue first, Michigan second, and Michigan State and Ohio State tied for third. Michigan faces winless Northwestern while Purdue visits Wisconsin and Michigan State hosts Minnesota. Bo Schembechler warns against looking past Northwestern as Purdue and Michigan loom large.

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Reformatory Seeks Games for Varsity Basketball

Anamosa Iowa State Men's Reformatory seeks opponents for its varsity basketball program. Available Saturday or Sunday afternoons and Wednesday Thursday or Friday nights with all games at the reformatory. For information contact Dennis Struckhoff at Box B Anamosa 52205 or call 462-4663 after 8 30 p.m.

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Knox Favored in Midwest Cage Despite 10-Game Rule

Knox is slight favorite over Coe in the Midwest Conference Western Division while Beloit edges Ripon in the Eastern Division poll. The NCAA 10-game minimum prompts a cross-division scheduling plan this season with Eastern teams playing two games against Western clubs, counting as conference contests for the East but not for the West. On this date in 1975 Angola gained independence from Portugal amid civil war.

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