Gretna Hawks Face Rustburg for Seminole District Title
Gretna High School ends its 1873 football season with a chance to share the district crown. The Hawks host Rustburg in a pivotal game that could clinch a regionals berth if Staunton River and Jefferson Forest win their matches. Gretna relies on strong running by Bolton and Stuart Whittle, with Andrews stressing focus and a pragmatic path to Martinsville.
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Slick” Andrews
Ricky Haley
Elton Whittle
Mike Luck
Tim Gammon
Errett James
Spencer Martin
Donald Loverlace
Mike Gilbert
Barry Farmer
Raymond Cocke
Tony Parker
Stuart Moon
Manley Ayler
Peach Bowl scouts five games as NC State eyes Duke stake
Peach Bowl officials will monitor six games this Saturday with NC State seen as a likely invitee if the Wolfpack defeats Duke. Director George Crumbley said the committee may contact one or two teams that day and will weigh outcomes in NC State Duke and Florida Kentucky among others.
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Kentucky
Blacker Days Ahead In Pro Sports Warn Of Folds
Pro sports face red balance sheets with 12 teams and one league folding in a month. WHA president Ben Hatskin says 9,000 fans per game are needed to break even, with Minneapolis attendance near that mark yet payrolls looming. ABA reports strain with two foldings and a disruptive schedule, while costs rise and TV contracts waver.
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National Basketball Association
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Spurrier Ends Era as No 2 QB for 49ers
Steve Spurrier says he is not bitter after nine years as No 2 quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers and reflects on a season that began with a 2-5 record. He led a 24-23 upset of the Rams with three touchdown passes, then says he will call his own plays in Sunday's game against the Bears. He notes confidence in the team and himself, comparing favorably to Norm Snead and recalling past roles behind John Brodie.
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Redskins
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Randy Johnson
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Detroit
Joe Reed
Green Bay
Roberson Signs With Kings To Replace Injured Winfield
Kansas City Kings sign center Rick Roberson to fill in for injured guard Lee Winfield. Roberson, 6-foot, was waived by the New Orleans Jazz earlier and may join for the game against the Golden State Warriors. Winfield is on the injured list with an inflamed left Achilles tendon. Jimmy Bragan joins Milwaukee Brewers coaching staff as third base coach, bringing experience from Mississippi State.
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Alex Grammins
Carpenter Emerges From Shadows For Bengals Leader Role
Former NC State standout Ron Carpenter recalls his rise with the Cincinnati Bengals as he steps from relative obscurity to a leadership role. Coach Paul Brown praises his steady pass rush and clutch plays, noting Carpenter’s impact on an 7-1 start and his confidence in the team's ability to win despite past injuries.
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Oilers to Upset Dolphins in Week Preview
New York AP notes Houston Oilers look to rebound after a Pittsburgh loss and challenge the Miami Dolphins with a chance to stay close to the Steelers. Oilers 24 Dolphins 26 highlighted by Miami's top defense and Houston's improving urgency. The column also surveys other NFL picks, including Steelers over Chiefs and Bengals over Bills.
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Buffalo
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