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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1973
Page
8
A playful critique traces the Super Bowl’s rise as a defining American event, mixing religion patriotism and militarism. It recalls past games with satirical anecdotes from Green Bay vs Kansas City to Dallas, Miami, and beyond, ending with speculative notes on Super VII.
AP recounts reporters joining sledders on Mt Van Hoevenberg during a half mile run at up to 65 miles per hour. Describes the fear thrill and teamwork of the experience as the World Bobsled Championships loom and veterans share insights into riding the course.
Defending co-champs SMU and Texas begin 1973 SWC play on the road as coaches Black and Prewitt confront inconsistencies. Texas seeks rebound from a close loss to Oklahoma and a narrow defeat of Centenary, while SMU follows a defeat by Oklahoma State and prepares for Missouri. Baylor hosts Tulane and Rice at Georgia Tech as the conference kickoffs.
Joe Paterno said he will stay at Penn State, turning down an NFL offer from the New England Patriots that included stock in the franchise. He cited a desire to influence young men and be more than a football coach whose life centers on winning and losing.
Rod Funseth, after a mix of doubt and steady play, wins the Glen Campbell Los Angeles Open at Riviera for his second PGA Tour victory, finishing 276 on 7028-yard course and earning $27,000. He held a 17-stroke lead over last place after round three and closed with a two-under-par 69. His wife Sandi celebrated with champagne as Funseth secured the win.
New Orleans Times-Picayune and Alexandria Town Talk report NCAA charges against Southwestern Louisiana coach Beryl Shipley over recruiting violations including illegal entrance exams. Shipley calls the charges political, citing a disgruntled ex-assistant and political pressure from opponents and Louisiana officials. A Chicago hearing was halted by a federal court restraining order issued by U S District Judge Richard Putman to allow more prep time for defense.
Fort Smith Northside Grizzlies sit atop the AP Arkansas boys poll with an undefeated 10-0 record. Coach Gayle Kandart notes the No. 1 ranking and discusses team style, while Northside secures eight first place votes and a 12 point margin over North Little Rock Ole Main. Other top ten and vote recipients listed.
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