Fultz Sees Big Eight Strength Ingrained in Conference
Nebraska star Ike Fultz says Big Eight tests tougher than outsiders and notes Texas Tech’s 1,312 rushing yards by Isaac and Taylor. He analyzes bowl matchup as Nebraska prepares for the Astro-Bluebonnet Bowl with Vince Ferragamo guiding the defense and a close field goal favorite status.
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Dupre son calls Texas Tech Nebraska clash a big challenge
Texas Tech strong safety Larry Dupre, son of former Southwest Conference star G. T. Dupre, discusses the Red Raiders’ 10-1 season and the looming showdown with No. 1 Nebraska. He cites Ferragamo’s passing threat and Tech’s option attack as keys, while noting Nebraska’s defensive plans and his team’s chances.
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Platte College and Family Oasis beat New York Life 2 1
Scoreboard lists Platte College and Family Oasis defeating New York Life 2 1 in a volleyball match. Other results include Serges Used Car over Doles 3 Columbus Bowl over A W 3 and General Telephone over God fathers Pizza 2 1. Nebraska basketball scores from UPI span multiple holiday tournaments with various prep and college outcomes across many teams and locations.
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Colorado to throw in Orange Bowl as Bucks prepare
Miami reports Woody Hayes and Bill Mallory meet again in the Orange Bowl with past ties noted but no advantage. Mallory expects Colorado to pass about a third of the time while Ohio State aims to disrupt the Buffaloes passing to stop their running focus.
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Terriers Capture Holiday Crown In Narrow Tourney Final
Rising City edge Silver Creek 52 47 to claim the holiday tournament title as four reserves filled in for the varsity. Scott Cave led with 25 points, Dave Stuhr added 17, Jeff Struebing 14, and Silver Creek struggled with late fouls as 17 of 21 free throws came in the second half. Shelby beat Benedict 63 41 for third place with Al Grossnicklaus scoring 18. Rising City will play Bradshaw on Jan 8 while Silver Creek visits Genoa on Jan 7.
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Rich Moon
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Kansas Jayhawks reach Big Eight preseason final
Kansas coach Ted Owens sees 81-44 semifinal win over Kansas State as a step toward erasing last season’s 13-13 mark. Herb Nobles posted 20 points 12 rebounds, while James Clabon limited Colorado star Toney Ellis. Missouri beat Colorado 86-77 in another semifinal as Oklahoma, Nebraska won consolation games.
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Gibson to join Giants staff as offensive coordinator
New York Giants hire Bob Gibson away from the Detroit Lions to become the club's offensive coordinator. He will oversee the team's attack and bring experience from previous NFL coaching roles.
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Rose Bowl foes lay claim to national crown
At a Rose Bowl press conference Michigan coach Bo Schembechler and USC coach John Robinson argued the Rose Bowl winner should be the national champion even if Pittsburgh and Georgia decide the top spot. They joked about a locker room vote if they win. Weather officials warned of possible rain for the game.
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Sugar Bowl showdown looms Georgia vs Pittsburgh
Georgia and Pittsburgh prepare for the Sugar Bowl with Pitt focusing on stopping Georgia outside veer and Dorsett with Georgia’s Junkyard Dogs aiming to disrupt the Panthers’ offense. Roper stresses midline defense while Zamabiasi notes fourth quarter toughness as both teams practice at Tulane Stadium amid a potential strike action by Dome workers.
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Louisville Classic ends in double overtime thriller
Louisville defeats Creighton 69-66 in double overtime to win the Louisville Holiday Basketball Classic. Ricky Gallon scores 20 points with nine rebounds, including the decisive second overtime, as Louisville improves to seven wins in nine games. Creighton’s John Johnson scores 14, while Auburn’s Eddie Johnson posts 20 for Rutgers in consolation action.
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North Dakota Tangles With Mankato State For NCC Title
North Dakota meets Mankato State in the North Central Conference tournament final after edging Morningside 69-63 in the semifinals. Northern Iowa beat South Dakota State 85-84 in the consolation game as Ror Lemons hit the final basket and led UNI with 28 points.
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