Redskins Clinch NFC Wild Card With Cowboys Win
Washington stunned Dallas 27-14 to clinch a post season berth as George Allen’s team rallied with two fourth quarter touchdowns. Calvin Hill delivered the go ahead score as Washington capitalized on a Dennis Johnson interception to seal the victory and playoff spot.
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Rupp Arena opens as Kentucky dominates Kansas in tribute
Kentucky defeats Kansas 63 to 9 in front of a tribute crowd for coach Adolph Rupp at the new Rupp Arena in Lexington. Top teams across the country posted wins including Marquette over Penn State and Notre Dame over UCLA as major programs shine.
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Nissalke Guides Rockets to 96 92 Victory in Seattle
Houston Rockets under Tom Nissalke upset the Seattle SuperSonics 96 92 ending Seattle’s 29 game home winning streak. Moses Malone 20 rebounds and 22 points along with Mike Newlin’s late 22 foot shot helped seal the win as Calvin Murphy and Rudy Tomjanovich contributed scoring.
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Tulsa Favored Over McNeese In Independence Bowl Showdown
Tulsa's Golden Hurricane enters the Independence Bowl as favorite against shorthanded McNeese State in Shreveport Louisiana. McNeese misses 16 players due to redshirt ineligibility and dorm violations while Tulsa carries a 7 3 1 mark and returns quarterback Rod Hickerson who led the Missouri Valley with 1558 passing yards.
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Holtz Becomes Arkansas Razorbacks Head Coach
Lou Holtz is named the 24th Razorbacks head coach after meeting with Frank Broyles and the board. He vows no more family moves, cites teaching as his passion, and plans to keep mainly current assistants. Broyles remains athletic director and notes Holtz will earn the maximum $36,000 with potential raises.
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Javs Cap Perfect Season With 26-0 NAIA Title Game Win
Richard Ritchie led Texas A&I to a 26-0 NAIA Champion Bowl victory over Central Arkansas in Javelina Stadium. The senior Little All-America quarterback, ending a 39-game winning streak, fought tears after his final collegiate performance.
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Simpson clinches fourth NFL rushing title despite Bills loss
O J Simpson rushed 171 yards to secure his fourth league rushing crown in five years, finishing the season with 1503 yards while Buffalo fell 58 20 to the Baltimore Colts. Walter Payton was runner up with 1390 yards as Buffalo prepared for a rebuilding year.
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Saturday Football and Basketball Results From Various Venues
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Solunar Tables Guide for Fishing and Hunting Timings
Solunar Periods schedule from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES helps plan days for fishing in good territory or hunting in good cover. Plan around these tries to maximize sport opportunities and success.
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