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Danville Register

Location

Danville, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1977

Page

3

Steelers Ready for Oakland After Monday Night Romp

Pittsburgh slugged San Francisco 27-0 to open the NFL season as the Steelers eyes turned to the Oakland matchup. Franco Harris ran for two touchdowns and 100 yards, Lyon Swann and Jack Lambert praised rivalries, while Jim Plunkett struggled the 49ers managed only 101 yards offense.

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Tunstall Girls Beat Halifax In South Boston Showdown

Tunstall Trojans overcome foul trouble and poor free throw shooting to beat Halifax 66 57 in South Boston. Tina Jones led with 23 points for Halifax and Deborah West added 12. Tunstall is now 4 1 and prepares to host Chatham Thursday in a Piedmont District game.

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DR Rugby Club To Host ECU At George Washington High

Dan River Rugby Club, unbeaten this season, travels for two matches against East Carolina University's club on Sunday at 4 30 p m on the George Washington High School field. Dan River has defeated Wake Forest Red Springs and others, with Pete Pruitt optimistic about remaining depth and health for the rest of the season.

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Dooley wary of Northwestern as Tar Heels travel to Evanston

North Carolina coach Bill Dooley cautions against underestimating Northwestern, calling the Big Ten team big and aggressive as the Tar Heels prepare for a 1-1 start and a road test at Evanston. Dooley notes Northwestern may start freshman QB Bill Dierberger and recalls NC’s 12-0 win last year.

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Bavasi Resigns As Padres President

San Diego AP report says Buzzie Bavasi resigns as Padres president after six years. remains as consultant for the season. Bavasi, in office since the franchise began in 1968, praised Ray Kroc and the city as he departs the top post amid ongoing team plans. He joined the Dodgers in 1939 and held multiple executive roles across decades.

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Hughes-Dalton Triumphs Grow Optimist Runaways

Hughes-Dalton Lions outscored Woodrow Wilson 240 to open the season at Langston Junior High. Goodyear’s Tony Willis powered a 60 yard drive ending in a TD and extra point. Mike Brim, Curtis Artis, and Brad Bullens added scores and points. Percy Moorman and Jim Turner led rushing with multiple TDs and long runs. Reggie Luck and others added kicks and extra points.

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