Nolan Fired as 49ers Head Coach in San Francisco
AP reports Dick Nolan was dismissed as head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. Louis G. Spadia, the club president and GM, announced the firing after eight seasons. Nolan compiled 54-53-5 overall with 5-9 in 1975 and 16-26 over the last three years. Spadia will consider multiple replacements without naming any.
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Sun Devils complete perfect season at Fiesta Bowl
Arizona State, led by quarterback Dennis Sproul, rallied from a 14-6 deficit to defeat Nebraska 17-14 in the Fiesta Bowl. Fred Mortensen threw a TD and ship-in kicker Danny Kush delivered a 29 yard field goal with 4:50 left to seal ASU’s 12-0 run and 10-2 final record.
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Sugar Bowl relaxed Alabama arrives in New Orleans
Alabama reached New Orleans for the Sugar Bowl against Penn State with a calmer tone than in previous bowl trips. Seniors note less pressure, six days of pregame time, and a shift toward a relaxed approach under Bear Bryant as the team prepares for a 6:30 kickoff.
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NFL Playoffs Begin Today Santos and Hart spark Cardinals bid
The St Louis Cardinals led by Jim Hart and Terry Metcalf face the Rams at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in an NFC playoff opener. Mel Gray and the offense aim to stretch the defense as Don Coryell guides an innovative yet risky attack while the Rams rely on a strong defense and injury woes on offense. The Cardinals seek a Feb run to the Jan 4 title game with the Cowboys Vikings matchup looming.
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Danville Hawks roll past Ardmore in VAC opener
Danville improves with Timmy Morgan sidelined to 93 71 victory over Ardmore in the VAC Tournament opener. Key players Steve Taylor Jeff Jones Tim Keenum Perry Baker led a second quarter surge as Danville built a 43 33 halftime lead and pulled away in the second half. The win sets up a quarterfinal against Falkville.
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Haygood Leads Pitt By Kansas in Sun Bowl rout
Pittsburghbacked by Johnny Majors chooses Robert Haygood at quarterback and the junior responds with 101 rushing yards 8 of 11 passing and a 33 19 victory over Kansas Haygood Dorsett Walker combine for 372 rushing yards as Pitt dominates inEl Paso Kansas defense plagued by fumbles and penalties while Haygood earns outstanding player honors
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