Nebraska vs Oklahoma clash tests top defense against offense
Norman AP report previews the No. 1 Nebraska defense facing No. 1 Oklahoma offense in a high stakes game. Oklahoma quarterback Jack Mildren and back Greg Pruitt express confidence while Nebraska coach Bob Devaney stresses a complete team effort. The Sooners push ground attack with 481.4 yards per game and Mildren’s 646 passing yards.
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Virdon Named Pirates Manager Replacing Murtaugh
Pittsburgh AP Virdon, 40, will take over the Pirates after Danny Murtaugh steps down for health reasons. Murtaugh, who led Pittsburgh to two World Series titles and 11-year division success, endorses his successor as a straight shooter ready to start with a top club.
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Cochran Joins Clarion State Swim Team as Promising Backstroker
Dave Cochran, a 1971 Corry Area High School graduate and captain of last year's Beaver swim team, joins Clarion State College this season. A news release hails him as a promising newcomer and standout backstroker, and he holds the CAHS backstroke record as the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Cochran of Wright Street.
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Braves star Earl Williams named NL Rookie of the Year
Atlanta catcher Earl Williams, 23, won the National League Rookie of the Year over Willie Montanez of Philadelphia. Williams hit 33 homers and drove in 87 runs, converting from third base and outfield to catcher during the season. Montanez drove in 99 with a .255 average.
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Underclassmen Carry CAHS Swim Team Veer Toward Strong Season
Corry Area High School's swim nine juniors and 13 underclassmen pace toward a promising season led by seniors Doug Bennink, Doug Knapp, and Larry Wells. Coach Bill Cochran shapes a deep roster for the December 11 Clarion Invitational as veterans and rising stars vie to push CAHL teams toward top finishes.
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Townville Eagles Top Spartans In Nonconference Opener
Dennis Halsey scored 34 as Townville Eagles beat the Spartans 69 57 in a nonleague game. Halsey, Hill, and Gray led Townville with double figures while Tim Stockton Don Patterson Brian Allen paced Sparta in a hard fought opener. The Eagles pulled away late after trailing by five entering the final period. Townville next hosts Ft LeBoeur and Spartans visit Waterford in upcoming schedule.
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Senators New Texas Rangers
Arlington Texas AP reports Washington Senators moved to Texas and became the Texas Rangers with owner Bob Short vowing to pay whatever necessary to build a pennant contender. Short cited better pitching and noted Ted Williams would return as manager as long as needed. Mayor Van dergriff, VP Burke, and AL President Cronin attended the luncheon and news conference.
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