Chevrolet Rules Spark NASCAR Debate on 1978 Changes
Bud Moore and other team figures weigh in on the revised rules aiming to balance competition among Chevrolet Ford Dodge and Mercury. They note Chevrolets may run 188 189 mph at Daytona rather than 193 and discuss brand parity and testing plans amid ongoing strategic choices for next season.
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Upton Players Reflect on 5-5 Season and Next Steps
Spain criticized overall consistency after a tough year while Jay, Burdette, Nifong and Watson stood out with solid play. Jones praised aggression and defense and noted offensive progress as the team aims to top Ledford next season. He warned the season was disappointing but stressed intent to increase intensity and pride.
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Allen Jay
Ledford
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Conerly Reflects On Football Violence And Longevity
AP Special Correspondent recounts Charlie Conerly, Gatekeeper of the Giants in the 1950s, reflecting on violence, old times, and changing player sizes. He recalls injuries, retirement at 40, and current Giants’ struggles while praising durability and era contrasts.
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Whirlies Roll to Seventh Victory in Big Play Charge
Ford burst 80 yards for a kickoff score at 2 27 and the Whirlies moved ahead decisively. A bad Raider snap set up Andrews at the one as Elkins sneaked in for the third Whirlie TD. A Chubby Middlebrooks interception sparked Andrews on a 69 yard drive finished by Wagoner’s pass to Harp with 2 11 left in the half as the teams traded picks and the Whirlies extended their lead.
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David Cox
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Bakers future plans hint at Anderson move and rival hires
The report outlines Baker’s likely return to Anderson next season with Moore seeking Thunderbirds. It notes attempts to hire Parsons crew, plus Elder and Wilson possibly starting their own Charlotte venture with Lennie Pond. Rumors claim Elder and Wilson may depart Parsons, while Junior Johnson offers Elder a co-manager role, as teams consider changes ahead of the next season.
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Osterhind Enterprises
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Herb Nab
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West rallies as Dragons fall short in CCC title bid
West outlasted Southern in a tense finish as a late fumble and critical penalties shifted momentum. West drove to the 22 yard line after an offsides call and a 15 yard foul, then Shoaf connected with Myers for the go ahead touchdown. Indian quarterback Chris Idol injured his ankle and did not return. Southern finishes fourth. West takes fourth in CCC, Dragons end season in third.
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Chuck Purgason
West
Dragon
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Yarborough
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Myers
Indians
CCC
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Pro Cage Standings By The Angacinhed Prews Nations
The Angacinhed Prews Nations league reports current cage standings with updated rankings and team positions across recent bouts. Top teams show strong wins and improving records as the season progresses.
HPC Golfers Tie For Sixth In Invitational Meet
High Point College golf tied for sixth after firing 202 in the Methodist College Invitational in Fayetteville. N.C. State and Guilford led with 297s. Tony Flippin posted 72 and Perry Skeen 73 for the Panthers.
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