Norfolk investors save Virginia Squires from collapse
Norfolk Investment Co. and minority group members pledged nearly 200000 to keep the Virginia Squires afloat for the rest of the ABA season. The move, hailed by GM Jack Anderson and ABA Commissioner BeBusschere, aims to boost statewide support and fund a new promotion plan as the team plans to complete the season in Norfolk Hampton and Richmond venues.
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Virginia Cavaliers Freshmen Highlight Holland Era
Virginia coach Terry Holland voices concern over pressuring young players while aiming for ACC title this season. Freshmen Otis Fulton Steve Castellan Kevin Moore Bob Stokes join Wally Walker in a young lineup with Ed Scherlick back in the frontcourt.
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Morgan Runaway Winner of MVP
Joe Morgan of the Cincinnati Reds was named the National League MVP by the Baseball Writers Association of America. He won by a record margin, totaling 32114 points on 21 of 24 first place votes, with Greg Luzinski second and Cincinnati teammates Rose and Bench also high in the ballot. Morgan, the first Black NL MVP since 1963, hit .327 with 132 walks and scored, while delivering decisive World Series hits for Cincinnati.
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Devine Denies Players Lie About Cotton Bowl Vote
Notre Dame coach Dan Devine and his players call a published report a lie claiming they voted against playing in the Cotton Bowl. The controversy began Tuesday morning when columnist David Israel of the Washington Star quoted sources.
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Notre Dame players reportedly offered Cotton Bowl bid after Pitt defeat
Reports say Notre Dame players were offered a Cotton Bowl bid despite losing to Pitt last Saturday and declined because of concerns raised by Deving. Cotton Bowl officials denied any bid offer, while Notre Dame officials said the school was approached twice, once before the Pill game and once after. The first vote result could not be learned.
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Buckey Wins Honors Third Straight Week
NC State quarterback Dave Buckey earned offensive back of the week in the Atlantic Coast Conference for the third straight week. Duke center Billy Bryan was named offensive lineman of the week for the second straight time and third this year as announced by the Atlantic Coast Sportswriters Association. Players reportedly voted against playing the second time. In related news, anger rose among players and coaches over Israel story quotes. Devine called the report a lie and said he told the squad last week there would be...
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Peach Bowl Tickets On Sale For NC State WVU Game
Raleigh AP reports NC State will sell tickets for the December 31 Peach Bowl in Atlanta. Tickets cost 7.40 dollars each. Orders may be placed by mail to P.O. Box 5906 Raleigh 27607 with a 1 dollar postage and handling charge per order.
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Basketball Scores and scattered game notes from Piedmont area
Report of multiple pro and college basketball scores including Indiana over Kentucky 106 to 92 and Houston over Cleveland 95 to 91. Additional lines reference Buffalo over Portland and Golden State over New Orleans. A Cotton Bowl remark notes a need for player sentiment by Thursday, cited to Devin.
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Owens Calls for Amateur-Only Olympic Dream
Jesse Owens urged New York to keep the Olympics amateur and free from government subsidies. He criticized professional involvement, arguing it could harm young athletes and the hopes of disadvantaged youths. Owens promoted a Canadian coin program funding the U S Olympic Committee, noting substantial contributions toward a projected $1 million total.
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Anderson shines as Bengals top Bills 33 to 24 in Cincinnati
Bengals quarterback Ken Anderson threw for 447 yards on 30 of 46 attempts, matching a club record and outdueling O J Simpson whoTotals 197 rushing yards and two scores as Cincinnati climbed to 8-1 and tied for first in the AFC Central. Simpson spoke of the duel while Anderson called it his best day. Buffalo fell to 5-4 after a fourth loss in five games.
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Sechka Named ACC Rookie of the Week
Maryland sophomore Mike Sechka earned ACC rookie of the week honors after kicking a 29 yard game winner to beat Clemson 22 to 20. He also hit a 39 yard and 23 yard field goal, helping Maryland secure its 12th straight ACC win.
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