Baylor Denies Majors Hiring Rumor As Beall Decision Delayed
Baylor athletic director Jack Patterson denied reports a trustees committee had fired head coach Bill Beall and hired Johnny Majors from Iowa State. Patterson said no decision is final and an announcement will come next week after final talks. Majors, in San Diego with Iowa State, called the rumor irresponsible while expressing happiness at ISU.
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Drake Varsity Beats Freshmen In 140 95 Victory
Drake University varsity basketball, led by Bob Whitley with 30 points, defeated the freshmen 140 to 95 in Des Moines. It was the debut for new head coach Howard Stace y, succeeding Maury John. Dennis Bell scored 20 and Cleo Kilgore 16 as the varsity pulled away after a 18-14 start.
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Bama rises to third as Wolves slide to fourth
Nebraska and Oklahoma hold Nos. 1 and 2 in the AP college football poll. Alabama moves into third ahead of Michigan after a 10-7 win over Ohio State. LSU jumps to No. 10 after a 28-8 victory over Notre Dame. Notre Dame drops to 13th. Final poll after Jan 1 bowls.
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Falcons Still in Western Race After Victory Over Packers
The Atlanta Falcons moved into a three team chase in the NFL West after a 28 21 win over Green Bay. Atlanta trails the Rams by one game and the 49ers by a half game as coach Norm Van Brocklin and players insist they must win their remaining games. John Zook and the Falcons front four pressured Scott Hunter, with a late safety sealing the victory. Jim Butler returned a kickoff 82 yards and Bob Berry connected for a key scoring pass as Atlanta grabbed lead in the second half.
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Iowa Likely to Try Wishbone Veer or Triple Option in 1972
Coach Frank Lauterbur discussed potential new offenses for Iowa in 1972, including the wishbone, veer, or triple option, with consideration of personnel. Rob Fick is viewed as the strongest PSU QB candidate among underclassmen, with Bob Elliott also cited. Iowa’s frosh coach Harold Roberts notes Fick’s attributes, while injury sidelined a freshman wishbone attempt last week.
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Pass the Hash Harold Roberts eyes future offers
Harold Roberts Iowa freshman coach says he would consider offers if they come but remains pleased with his present job on the Iowa staff and enjoys directing the freshmen. Sid Hartman notes Minnesota will seek a new football coach and athletic director in 1972 with Paul Giel as a possible candidate. Louisiana State hosts Notre Dame after a bishop’s residence press party contrasted with the Irish reception at Tiger Stadium and recalls Custer’s last words.
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Murtaugh Quits for Health Reasons as Pirates Name Verdon
Pittsburgh AP says Danny Murtaugh resigned as world champion Pirates manager for health reasons. Coach Bill Virdon was named to succeed him after being flown from Puerto Rico where he managed the winter baseball team. Murtaugh called his decision difficult yet necessary after recent hospitalizations and family discussions.
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Amundson stars as Cyclones crush OSU for bowl bid
George Amundson scored four rushing touchdowns and threw for another 65 yards on a 50 yard TD pass as Iowa State routed Oklahoma State 54-0. He gained 146 yards on 26 carries and was named Big Eight Back of the Week for lifting the Cyclones to a possible Sun Bowl appearance.
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