No. 1 Bowl Raiders Head to Orange Bowl
Decatur Red Raiders state football champions depart from Huntsville Decatur Jetport at 10 30 a m for Miami to attend the Orange Bowl game Alabama versus Nebraska. The trip funded by boosters and local contributors totaling 8304 82 dollars.
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No. 1 Nebraska vs No. 2 Alabama Bowls Rivalry Tonight
The Orange Bowl pits unbeaten top teams Nebraska and Alabama in a high stakes showdown likely to settle the national title. The piece notes post season debates on a collegiate super bowl and comments on Bryant’s coaching and Alabama’s current strength.
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Bear) Bryant
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Indiana Pacers Rally Past New York Nets 104 100
In Indianapolis the Indiana Pacers overcame a late deficit to defeat New York Nets 104 100 on New Year’s Eve. The game featured 24 lead changes with Rick Mount tying it at 98 98 before Darnell Hillman and Roger Brown helped seal the win as Rick Berry led New York with 39 points. Freddie Lewis added 21 for Indiana and John Roche 25 for the Nets.
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Cowboys Meet 49ers in Playoff Rematch Broadcast
The Dallas Cowboys host the San Francisco 49ers in a nationally televised NFC showdown shaping a possible Super Bowl VI preview. Bruce Nolan notes Bruce Taylor’s injury status and potential return as Dallas sticks to its proven offense.
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Colorado Wins Astro-Blubonnet Bowl 29 17 Over Houston
Sophomore Charlie Davis scored on 27 and 1 yard runs to lead Colorado past Houston 29 17 in the Astro Blubonnet Bowl. Robert Newhouse secured 2 season rushing marks for Houston, but Colorado prevailed with a late drive after a fourth quarter turnover.
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Bitter Colts Meet Dolphins for AFC Title in Miami
The Baltimore Colts with Norm Bulaich and Tom Matte back seek the NFL American Conference championship against the Miami Dolphins, who are called ragamuffins by owner Joe Robbie. Don Shula admits lingering bitterness over leaving Baltimore and a tampering dispute fuels the clash.
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Hammond Leads West Past East in Shrine East West Game
Gary Hammond of Southern Methodist starred at three positions from West, throwing two touchdown passes and running for a score to lift the West to a 17 13 win. Ed Marinaro f Cornell fumbled twice setting up the decisive West score. Bobby Moore and Chester Marsool delivered key receptions and field goals as East West game records and series lead shifted in a game highlighted by multiple quarterbacks and standout defensive plays.
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No. 1 Suits Rich Glover Just Fine
Rich Glover reflects on leaving Jackson Avenue in Jersey City for life near the water in Bal Harbour. He recalls a changing neighborhood where empty stores and fear have displaced white owners, while contrasting life across New York Bay near landmark structures.
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All American athlete recalls temptations and peak Nebraska play
He describes resisting drugs while aiming for glory as Nebraska faces Alabama in the Orange Bowl for the national title. The Cornhuskers trailed Oklahoma late, then defended on a key fourth down as Glover chased Jack Mildren.
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