Cyclones lose at least five players to academic ineligibility
Iowa State will be short at least five players including three starters for the Hall of Fame Bowl against Texas A&M in Birmingham on December 20 as grades knock out key backs Petticone and Washington and guard Grissinger along with reserve backs Curr and Kennedy. Several others remain uncertain about their status.
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Easy win to Spartans
Michigan State defeated Central Michigan 71-54 at East Lansing led by Gregory Kelser with 30 points aided by Earvin Johnson. The win started MSU's season as Central Michigan fell to 1-1 while Ohio State, Arizona, and Indiana State also posted non-conference wins.
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Iowa Eyes New Football Coach After Cummings Fired
The University of Iowa seeks a new head coach after Bob Cummings dismissal. Analysts note coaching changes rarely yield first season upgrades, but hope remains for offensive creativity. Rumors point to candidates like Parseghian Ralston Ballard, with Evy Evashevski excluded as feasible.
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Northwestern vows Big Ten stay despite football problems
Athletic director John Pont says Northwestern will remain in the Big Ten and not drop out, noting other schools share similar issues. Pont, who stepped down as head coach after 1977, emphasizes commitment to stay in the conference though two major problems may be insurmountable.
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Stoll Out at Minnesota as Coach Faces Uncertain Future
Minnesota coach Cal Stoll appears unlikely to return for 1979 after a 5-6 season. He met with University President Magrath and Athletic Director Giel amid resignation talks and lingering contract questions. Players and assistants anticipate a coaching staff shakeup as discussions continue.
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Classified Ads Prove Size Isn’t Needed for Notice
Brief ads in the classifieds draw attention without large display space. Readers see concise notices, small listings, and targeted messages that reach local audiences efficiently.
Bradshaw Swann top NFL passing combo leads Steelers
Terry Bradshaw and Lynn Swann are the NFL's top passing duo as the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the San Francisco 49ers 24-7. Jack Ham intercepted two passes, Bradshaw threw his 22nd touchdown, and Pittsburgh improved to 11-2 with a two game lead in the NFL.
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Iowa coach search bars pay for services not rendered
The Iowa campus debate centers on paying staff only for actual services, with references to past buyouts for Frank Lauterbur and speculation over a new coach. Cummings signals desire to stay in football while discussions stress total commitment and a negotiable contract length.
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Mount Mercy Women’s Basketball game canceled at Clarke College
The Mount Mercy team announces the women’s basketball game scheduled for Wednesday at Clarke College has been canceled. No reschedule date is provided.
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