Warriors face compensation choice over Rick Barry loss
NBA commissioner Larry O'Brien offered the Golden State Warriors a choice for losing Rick Barry: John Lucas and $100,000 or Mo 350,000 and a No. 1 draft pick in 1979 from the Houston Rockets. Golden State weighs Lucas option as Barry exit reshapes roster.
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Road to respectability for the Minnesota Gophers
The Giants Killer team faces a tougher Big Ten road with seven challenging games this season including trips to Michigan UCLA and Michigan State and a home clash with Ohio State. After a 7-4 record in 1977 and a 17-7 Hall of Fame Classic loss to Maryland Minnesota aims to come of age.
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Hawkeyes drill on defense ahead of season opener
Iowa concentrates on defense in Kin nick Stadium drill as coach Bob Cummings says the unit will rely on technique, zone coverage, and improved pass rush for a stance against Northwestern in two weeks. Stoll praises Michigan UCLA Washington bowl impact on Big Ten.
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Norway Edges Amana in High School Baseball
Klaus Zumzande pitched nine hits and two RBIs to lift Norway to a 4-2 victory over Amana. Nick Emanuel added two RBIs for the winners. Kevin Klimes and Mark Barker had two hits apiece for Amana, now 1-3 on the season.
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City High Little Hawks face tough football slate
Clyde Bean prepares the City High Little Hawks for a demanding schedule starting at West Waterloo then to Newton. The 3-6 last season squad loses 18 lettermen but returns key players including senior Tim Bosserman and several standout underclassmen. Coaches seek strong defense and a competitive Valley showing amid deep position battles for starting jobs.
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Rubley Tops ISU Preseason Scrimmage as No. 1 Quarterback Pick
Iowa State coach Earle Bruce names Terry Rubley the top quarterback after the final preseason scrimmage and tabs Walter Grant as No. 2 though not naming a starter for the Sept. 9 opener vs Rice. Bruce cites mixed kicking results and praises running game and freshman Chris Boskey. Dexter Green gains 122 yards on seven carries as Victor Mack racks up 125 yards on 24 attempts. Rocky Gillis figures as a rising star with 43 yards and a returned TD called back.
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Eller Returns to Vikings After AWOL Absence
Veteran defensive end Carl Eller ended his week away from the Vikings and said he returned to praise the team despite contractual disagreements. The NFL approved a special reserve status keeping him from the season opener as he addressed fans and indicated commitment to the club.
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Waukon Edges Postville In Narrow Softball Thriller
Linda Berger drove in four runs as Waukon beat Postville 10 to 9 in a girls high school softball game. Beth Duffy and Robin Sawyer each had two hits for Waukon in Friday night action.
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