Astros Pitcher Don Wilson Dies In CO Poisoning Tragedy
Autopsy awaited on Don Wilson and his 5 year old son Alexander after their carbon monoxide filled Houston home. Wilson 29 was in car in attached garage when found. daughter Denise in critical coma. Mrs Wilson in fair condition with a broken jaw. Fire crews rushed the incident. investigators cautious on cause. Astros mourn the loss as team officials recall Wilson’s past no hitters and hopes for 20 wins this season.
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Vikings and Steelers Seek First Super Bowl Wins in New Orleans
Both Minnesota and Pittsburgh arrived in New Orleans eyeing a reversal of recent outcomes as they prepare for the NFL championship at Tulane Stadium. Bud Grant seeks a third straight Super Bowl loss, while Don Shula has two losses and two wins. The Steelers aim to end a 42-year title drought and break into a title game for the first time. The city has not been hospitable to either club, with mixed results in past trips.
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Spartans reinstate 10 after team walkout dispute
Michigan State coach Gus Ganakas lifted suspensions on 10 players after a reconciliation meeting with players coaches and athletic officials. The walkout followed debates over starting Jeff Tropf to guard Steve Green, with MSU set to host Ohio State after a 107 55 loss to Indiana.
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Solomon Shines As South Wins All-America Bowl
Tampa quarterback Freddie Solomon led the South to a 28-22 victory over the North in the All-America Bowl, rushing for two touchdowns and passing for another. He earned MVP honors after connecting on all three passes for 66 yards, including the game winning 26-yard strike to Lee McGriff. Solomon’s late drive started on the 50 after an onside kick, ending with a TD to McGriff. The North had answered with a 60-yard drive and a tying two-point conversion before Solomon sealed it.
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Hula Bowl delivers expected passing showcase
In Honolulu the 1974 Hula Bowl featured five top college quarterbacks throwing 65 passes for 744 yards as rain and wind challenged play. Condredge Holloway of Tennessee led the East to a 35 24 victory over the West earning player of the game with 202 passing yards and 51 rushing yards. Dennis Franklin of Michigan added 62 passing yards and Milt Holt of Harvard 47 as the East pursued a balanced air attack under coach Bill Battle.
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Saratoga High Basketball Tourney Schedule
Saratoga Ark tournament has three boys games tonight with Bright Star vs Foreman at 6 30 p m and Lincoln vs Blevins at 8 30 p m The Okolona boys team drew a first round bye Foreman will face the winner Friday The only girls game is Blevins against Foreman at 7 30 p m No games Tuesday scheduled
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Pirates fire Han nah. Vivian named Crusaders GM
WHA Cleveland Crusaders replace coach with John Vivian as general manager after firing John Hannah. NHL trades include Barry Gibbs to Atlanta Flames, J P Parise to Islanders, Ernie Wakely to San Diego. Tennis and golf results note Barker wins Tasmanian title and Frank Sehuman tops NZ PGA field.
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Solunar Tables Schedule From Knight’s Tables
Solunar Periods listed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES guide readers to plan daily fishing and hunting. The schedule highlights prime hunting and fishing windows to maximize sport each day.
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St Louis mentor Coryell named NFL Coach of the Year
Don Coryell of the St Louis Cardinals receives the NFL Coach of the Year honor after shifting his team from weak defense to a strong unit. The 10-4 season capped a rebuilding effort that transformed the club from mediocrity to contention while emphasizing defense and reversals in strategy. Coryell noted the emphasis on scrapping and fighting and praised the defensive turnaround that allowed the offense to excel.
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LSU promises return after rout by Kentucky 115 80 loss
LSU coach Dale Brown vowed to return after a 115-80 defeat to Kentucky as Kenny Higgs was ejected for a flagrant foul. Brown criticized officiating and defended Higgs, calling the call unjust. The card also notes NC State, Wake Forest, Indiana, UCLA, USC, Alabama, Maryland, Oregon, Princeton, South Carolina, Michigan, Purdue, and Memphis State results in other top games.
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Inflation tightens college athletics across the nation
An Associated Press survey shows college sports facing severe budget pressure as revenue sports lose money. Directors like Frank Broyles and Teon Green report cuts in travel, meals, staffing, and scholarships to balance funds. Title IX adds to the squeeze as even Penn State UCLA Oklahoma note reduced spending, despite some schools holding multi million budgets.
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Weekend college basketball results roll across the nation
A sweep of results shows East powerhouse matchups with Princeton edging Penn 50 49 while Rutgers wins 97 87 over Long Island U Temple beats Rhode Island 67 64 and Boston College defeats Penn St 82 71. Kentucky torches LSU 115 80 and Indiana sails past Michigan St 107 55. The slate features OT thrillers, historic upsets, and broad scoring across conferences.
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Arkansas State Elevated to Major College Division
The National Collegiate Athletic Association raised Arkansas State University football to the major college division while other sports already competed at Division 1. ASU president Dr. Carl Rang called it official and exciting as coach Bill Davidson’s staff anticipated joining top programs. Athletic director Don Floyd emphasized ongoing competitiveness and recruiting gains as the team aims to grow in the new division.
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ASU signs five in Southland Conference letters of intent
ASU Coach Bill Davidson announced Saturday that five players have signed Southland Conference football letters of intent. The group includes Texarkana linebacker David Franklin, Northeastern Oklahoma JC scoring champ Richard Crump, Northeastern tackle David Ferris, Kilgore JC fullback Larry Harkless, and Henderson County JC running back Charles Bell.
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