Horn calls for reform in college recruiting
Washington delegates at the NCAA convention push to curb recruiting abuses led by Long Beach State president Dr. Stephen Horn. The plan includes banning coaches found guilty of violations, requiring athlete affidavits, and cutting football grants from 105 to 90, with Pac-8 backing the move.
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Oklahoma No. 1 in my view as USC and Notre Dame debate
The column argues for Oklahoma as top despite an NCAA probation, contrasts USC’s season and coach John McKay with Ara Parseghian’s Michigan vote, praises the Hula Bowl cast and TV coverage, notes bowl game outcomes and attendance, and critiques Rams’ playoff conduct.
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Steelers defensive star Dwight White hospitalized before Super Bowl
Pittsburgh's Dwight White was diagnosed with a viral infection after stomach cramps and back spasms at dinner. Team physician Dr. John Best treated him with muscle relaxants and he was hospitalized as a precaution ahead of the Super Bowl against the Minnesota Vikings. Coach Chuck Noll said White should be ready for practice.
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Balance returns to Pac-8
Southland coaches and writers preview the Pac-8 as UCLA led with a 10-0 mark and USC at 10-1. Wooden cites balanced, unpredictable race while others note home and road pressures.
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Lakers and Buffalo clash on KTLA and radio
Television Lakers versus Buffalo noted for KTLA at 6 pm and Buffalo radio program Seon Wichita State X at 5 30 pm listed with stations KABC and unknown rhythms.
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Ali likely defends title vs Wepner in Jamaica
Muhammad Ali plans a first defense of the heavyweight title he won in Africa against journeyman Chuck Wepner in Jamaica, not Ron Lyle at Madison Square Garden. Garden officials say a Lyle bout in March was canceled, with Wepner named as the preferred foe amid contract discussions.
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Bowling and racing schedule with wide regional events
Sports calendar lists events at Anaheim Convention Center from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. with bowling shows and matches across Greater Los Angeles venues. Racing at Los Alamitos starts at 7 45 p.m. JC Basketball hosts Santa Ana at Long Beach City College at 8 p.m.
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Former Ball High coach pleads to grade tampering in Sooner case
Joe Woolley, former Ball High School head coach, pleads no contest to altering the transcripts of University of Oklahoma recruits Kerry Jackson and Michael Phillips. He receives a $25 fine, with potential penalties of up to $1,000 or a year in jail. The case ties to Oklahoma's probation period and notes Woolley’s later hiring by the Houston Oilers as an assistant coach.
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Wilson deaths ruled accidental in Houston case
Detective Jim Pierce said the carbon monoxide deaths of Houston Astros pitcher Don Wilson and his 5 year old son Alexander appear accidental. Harris County medical examiner Jachimeyzk reported both died from auto fumes exposure with CO blood levels above 60 percent and Don Wilson’s intoxication at .167.
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Tragedy Plagues Astros After Don Wilson Death
The Houston Astros faced a string of passings and incidents touching players over years. Notable events include Jim Umbricht’s cancer death in April 1967, Walt Bond’s leukemia death in September 1967, Jimmy Wynn’s abdomen stabbing in December 1970, Larry Dierker’s fatal pedestrian crash in April 1973, Cesar Cedeno’s involuntary manslaughter charge in December 1973, and Bob Aspromonte’s severe facial injuries from a car battery explosion in April 1974.
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