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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1976
Page
13
A longtime writer recalls the close ties between North Davidson High School and the Enterprise, focusing on coach Don Palmer and his press-friendly approach. The piece highlights North’s competitive success, media access, and memorable games, including playoff runs and a 1963 Mt Holly trip.
High Point College fell 85-84 to second ranked Gardner-Webb in a tight NAIA men’s basketball clash. The Panthers, despite youth, stayed competitive to the final minute as their record moved to 4-2 while Gardner-Webb improved to 6-1. Coach Jerry Steele urged focus on basics and composure.
San Francisco wideback Delvin Williams and Wilbur Jackson combined for 309 rushing yards as the 49ers toppled the Minnesota Vikings 20-16. Scott Bull started at quarterback while Jim Plunkett rested, and Williams moved within 37 yards of the club single season rushing record.
Freshman John O'Brien sparked a comeback as High Point overcame a 12 point deficit to reach 80 78 with 1 16 left. Dave Borman led HPC with 22 points while Lester Stinson added 17 and Lew Young 16 as Gardner Webb stalled late and Ray Cobb scored 23 for the visitors. Coach Steele lamented late turnover and pace but praised his team’s resilience and patience.
Ron Carpenter recalls a brutal day on an artificial surface for the Bengals in a 7 3 loss to Pittsburgh. He describes slipping and skating on snow while Pittsburgh exploited the conditions in the second half.
Benny Phillip, a Bengals veteran, reflects on a narrow loss to Pittsburgh that preserves the Steelers playoff chances. Cincinnati must win both remaining games to secure a spot while Pittsburgh needs two wins and a Bengals loss to clinch. Carpenter speaks of control and optimism for Oakland and beyond.
Pitt star Tony Dorsett headed to New York for the Heisman Trophy announcement at the Downtown Athletic Club amid strong favorites. AP notes rivals Ricky Bell Rob Lytle in consideration while other contenders include Vince Ferragamo Terry Miller and Tommy Kramer. Dorsett's 224 yard game vs Penn State capped a then NCAA single season record 1948 yards as ballots counted by 9 am.
The Associated Press rankingputs Pittsburgh atop the final regular season poll with an 11-0 record after 24 7 win over Penn State. Michigan moves to second, Southern California third, Maryland fourth, and Houston sixth as Georgia slips to fifth.
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