Soph Jinx No Bother To Thomas
Washington Redskins star Mike Thomas, NFL 1975 offensive rookie of the year, approaches 1 000 rushing yards with 4 needed in the upcoming game against Philadelphia. Coaches praise his drive and evolving pace, noting his quick feet, eye for blocks, and adaptation to John Riggins’s blocking style.
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Escalera Poised To Defend WBC Title In Philadelphia
Alfredo Escalera the WBC junior lightweight champion safeguards his title in a 15 round defense against Tyrone Everett in Philadelphia. The Puerto Rican fighter seeks more KO wins abroad with a 35 7 2 record including 24 knockouts and past defenses in Caracas Norway Puerto Rico and Japan.
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Steelers Chase Playoff Hopes After Week Six Rally
The Steelers, 7 4, must win at Cincinnati to keep their Super Bowl bid alive as New England and Denver vie for wild card spots. A string of late-season tests includes Tampa Bay and Houston while Patriots and Rams eye division crowns and playoff positioning.
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Cleveland Boxing Is Different by Ed Sweeney
Cleveland’s Ed Sweeney has transformed local boxing with The Wednesday Night Fights at Public Hall. The Sec tron system uses a ringside computer and running scores from three judge booths to tally points, with five for a knockdown and penalties for fouls. Sweeney plans biweekly shows after the holidays, citing talent and retirements shaping the sport.
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Denver Nugget Thompson Leaves Fans With Memories
In New York, David Thompson scored 35 points including a late slam as the Nuggets fell 120-115 to the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The rookie sensation, praised for his athleticism, spoke of adjusting to guard duties after a trade that added Paul Silas to the lineup.
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Attendance Up Again in 1976 Baseball Season
New York AP report shows over 44.4 million fans attended professional baseball in 1976, up from 1975. Major league attendance set a record at 31.32 million, playoff games sold out for the first time, World Series crowds rose to 223,009 total with eight games drawing 432,490.
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