Wants New Pact Foreman Hints He May Sit Out Next Season
Bud Grant says the Minnesota Vikings defense is aging and slower than in past seasons. John Madden dismisses it as a ploy to fool the Raiders, insisting the veteran line led by Jim Marshall Alan Page and Carl Eller remains formidable. Grant laments the unit's pace while Madden calls it a psychological tactic.
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Husker Cagers Open Conference Play Versus Kansas State
Nebraska hosts Kansas State in the conference opener at the NU Sports Center attracting a likely season high crowd. The Huskers boast an 8 6 record with a 4 0 home mark and split last season's two games with Kansas State, winning at Manhattan 65 59 and losing at Lincoln 65 53.
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Banks and Evans Set for Big 8 Showdown Saturday
Nebraska guard Brian Banks and Kansas State star Mike Evans, two of the Big 8's top guards, prepare for a key Saturday clash. Banks leads the Huskers in scoring at times while Evans is among conference standouts. The game, part of a tight league race, features home court advantage and high pace.
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Bowling tournament results across multiple leagues and players
Summary of Bowling Boulevard Lanes, WNAX Tournament and SKYBOWL results listing numerous bowlers and teams such as Dales Men, Wallflowers, Nite Owls, Puckups, and Collegiate squads with extensive scores and standings. Mention notes Minnesota football coach Cal Stoll announcing Mike Wynn joining staff pending board approval.
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Flyers tie Rangers 4 4 with disputed stick call
Flyers and Rangers fought to a 4-4 draw as New York goaltender Gilles Gratton faced a late penalty for an eighth inch overage in his stick. Shero argued the edge helped Philadelphia gain the tie as Ross Lonsberry scored to level at 15 33 of the third.
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Lambert and Chambers named defensive players of the year
UPI voters pick Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Jack Lambert AFC top honor and Chicago Bears defensive tackle Wally Chambers NFC winner. Lambert led a stingy unit after a rough start, contributing sacks and key plays. Chambers credited team focus after a strong Bears season finishing 7-7 in the NFC Central.
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Cowgill Named Head Tennis Coach at Southern Alabama
Scott Cowgill of Silver Creek and former Columbus high school tennis coach accepts the head coaching post at the University of Southern Alabama in Mobile. The program competes in a busy SEC schedule with teams like Georgia Tech and Mississippi State.
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Notre Dame Drops in National Basketball Ratings
Notre Dame falls in the national rankings after a sharp drop this week and is warned fans will see further movement in upcoming ratings. United Press International notes the tumble and hints at more volatility in next rankings.
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Wrestling program starts in Schuyler
Schuyler hosts the first Little Kid Wrestlers practice Sunday at 1 p.m. for children from pre school through age 14. Coach Tom Spale leads the program with Waban oe Winner De Gel as staff. parents urged to attend and discuss future tournaments. Donations to Schuyler State Bank fund uniforms and direct program expenses.
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Mets sign six players for 1977 contracts
New York Mets announce receipt of signed 1977 contracts from six players including Bud Harrelson and John Milner. Other signees Randy Tate, Craig Swan, and an additional two-year deal for the third baseman highlight a busy offseason.
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