Devaney Says Alabama Could Be Unbeaten Favorite
Nebraska coach Bob Devaney expects a stronger Alabama squad than last year after watching the Crimson Tide finish unbeaten and ranked behind Notre Dame and Michigan State. He lauds Alabama's defense and passing, notes Kenny Stabler as dangerous, and reports injuries to Lynn Senkbeil and Ray Perkins ahead of the upcoming game in New Orleans.
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Snake) Stabler
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Rookie Janis Ferraris Named L PGA Rookie of the Year
Norwalk report shows 19 year old Janis Jean Ferraris of San Francisco named Ladies PGA Rookie of the Year by Golf Digest Magazine for the current season.
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Mets Announce Boyer Contract For 1967 Season
New York Mets report that Ken Boyer signed for 1967 with a small pay cut, confirming the agreement announced Tuesday.
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Frankie Genaro Dies Former World Flyweight Champion at 65
Frankie Genaro former world flyweight boxing champion died Tuesday at age 65 in New York. His career included a championship reign and notable bouts during the early era of professional boxing.
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Spurrier Ready To Lead Gators In Orange Bowl Bid
Florida coach Ray Graves hinges hopes on Heisman winner Steve Spurrier regaining rhythm after exams and practice time as the Gators prepare to face Georgia Tech in the Orange Bowl. Tech's Lenny Snow earned Gator Bowl MVP honors after a 136 yard rushing performance and a late rally to beat Texas Tech.
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Packer Leader Has New Talent
Green Bay quarterback Bart Starr revealed a new skill predicting weather amid forecasts of four inches of snow for the NFL title game against the Dallas Cowboys. The Weather Bureau later pruned its warning as Packers practiced in the rain at Skelly Stadium in Tulsa.
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Dickey Pleased With Vols Ahead of Syracuse Gator Bowl
Tennessee coach Doug Dickey expects a low scoring game with strong defense as the Vols prepare in Jacksonville Beach. Syracuse coach Ben Schwartzwalder says four touchdowns will be needed to win, while Floyd Little and Larry Csonka pace the Orangemen’s ground attack.
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Blackhawks Edge Rangers 3-2 In NHL Tilt
Bobby Hull and Stan Mikita led the Chicago offense as Mikita scored twice and Hull connected late to beat the New York Rangers 3-2. The win pulled Chicago within two points of the first place club and halted New York’s three game run. Detroit tied Boston 4-4 on Gordie Howe’s third period goal, ending a road streak.
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Prep Scores Report From Tuscaloosa and Area Matches
Tuscaloosa 76 over Banks 52. Shades V 50. John Carroll 43 over Cullman 51. Aloosa County 47. Robert E. Lee Montgomery 62 over Alexander City 53. Boat Christmas Invitational Boat 62 over Geraldine 59. Sylvania 40 over Plainview 27.
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Canadian powerhouse crushes U S Nationals 8 1 in International Hockey
In Colorado Springs, the strong Canadian National team routed the U S Nationals 8 to 1 Tuesday night in the International Hockey Tournament. The Canadians controlled play throughout, delivering a decisive victory over the host squad.
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Georgia faces SMU in Cotton Bowl battle for bragging rights
Georgia coach Vincy Dooley warns the Bulldogs must contend with SMU’s strong offensive line and run threat in Dallas. He notes SMU’s balance and that Georgia Tech-like pressure could test his defense while acknowledging Georgia as a slight favorite. Coach Hayden Fry of SMU echoes the tense outlook.
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