Rams and Dodgers figures share sharp postseason views
In candid remarks from Lasorda to Sutton and others, key sports figures discuss Namath rumors, stadium plans, and fan reactions. Teele notes Yor Van Brocklin’s ironic Georgia residence while Sutton praises Rick Monday as a superior addition for the Dodgers. Buckner’s departure draws mixed sentiment from teammates.
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Swiss Skier Triumphs After Severe Injury comeback
After a brutal crash left him with a steel plate in his leg, Manfred Jakober stunned pro racing by winning the Dodge Aspen Cup giant slalom at Mt. Holly on January 31 1978. He later defeated Duvillard at Aspen Highlands earning $22,700 the sport’s biggest single purse. Jakober rebuilt with training in Argentina Italy and Austria and says his right leg is now stronger with no pain though cold still bothers him. He notes Duvillard as cold and single minded while admitting his own drive to ski and compete.
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Bartow Eyes Notre Dame Rematch on Televised Weekend
UCLA coach Gene Bartow eyes the Sunday telecast against Notre Dame in South Bend while defending guard Raymond Townsend who is unlikely to play due to an ulcer related illness. Bruins share the Pac 10 lead with Washington and Washington State after a northern road trip featuring Marques Johnson’s strong scoring run.
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Palomino Muniz Title Fight Promises Brisk Open House
Rich Roberts Eaton promotes a Palomino Muniz WBC welterweight title bout at Olympic Auditorium drawing 2,600 fans weekend sales brisk as plans include film from Palomino Stracey upset. Promoter Duff and publicist Van Barbie ri shape the show with crosspromotional moves and opinions from boxers rivals and industry insiders.
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Pro Bowl halftime shift sparks NFC comeback
In a heated Pro Bowl clash the NFC rose to life in the second quarter as Mike Thomas of Washington powered two 15 yard draw plays for touchdowns to trim the AFC lead. A fumble on a Staubach handoff halted an AFC surge while Lawrence McCutcheon of Los Angeles punched in a one yard TD to bring the NFC within three at 17 14. Jessie plus Staubach connected on a 43 yard strike for the AFC One, but miscues and big plays kept the score tight as the period closed with the teams trading touchdowns and field goals.
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Bruins overpower Canadiens 7–3 in NHL highlight
Gerry Cheevers sparkles in goal as Bruins win 7 3 over the Canadiens. Bobby Sheehan nets a breakaway tally with under two minutes left. Rick Middleton and Jean Ratelle factor into early scoring as Boston seizes control in the second period.
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Leading scorers list from college basketball event
The article lists top scorers including Eve Armerons, Di Tico Beuwn, Freeman Williams, Lenaw Hortog, Y Mikm Wandkon, James Smith, Tei Atke Jackson, Rickey Green, Rody Lee, Michie K, Greg Kelser, Nine Gminski, Rane Lester, and Larry Olsshoorn. Names appear with inconsistent spellings and affiliations such as Georgia Tech Michigan and Duke, indicating a composite player roster recap.
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Munson May Ask for Trade Over Contract Dispute
Hamilton Ontario AP Thurman Munson star catcher of the New York Yankees and the AL MVP last season said he may seek a trade or buy out his contract. He cited two contract disputes, including the team not matching Reggie Jackson’s salary, and hinted at a second alleged violation while speaking before a sports celebrity dinner.
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Angels snare top draft pick Healy signed by Angels
The Angels announced they signed Robert Healy their top pick in the winter draft. The 19 year old right hander from Meramec Community College in St Louis will be assigned to the Quad Cities team in the Midwest League.
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UTEP Hires Balil as Offensive Coordinator
UTEP announces the hiring of Batby Balil as offensive coordinator for the football program. Balil joins from a prior role with a college program, bringing a documented focus on productive scheme design and player development.
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Edwards Named Pac-8 Player of the Week
Washington center James Edwards was chosen Pac-8 basketball player of the week for 26 point performances against Oregon and Oregon State. Nominees included Stanford center Jeff McHugh with 38 points against USC and UCLA, and 680 forward DeSalkee with points against Washington and WSU.
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Hockey briefs and coaching changes noted
Hockey briefs report player Barry Wilson signed as an intervn with the Red Wings and DERS names Ned coach. Henier Glenn Roeschulti-year sande Cagerk briefs MAI Yuan D Suse Isines with Tuckeys Tillman named penminder of season.
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RonG sxacH recreation basketball roundup
A messy scan lists teams and scores from a local recreation basketball event. Matches include Cypress Park Baptist, Parkcrest Church, Bethany Chaceis, Crawh Gneinn, Suds men, Rum Runnees, and Aztecs among others with varied scores and times such as 9:15 and 1:15.
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Pearson moves to eighth in Winston Western 500 standings
Riverside finishers list shows Hugh Pearson of Bakersfield elevated to eighth after NASCAR officials corrected the results for Sundays Winston Western 500 at Riverside International Raceway. The official order now includes Pearson at 8th with 75 laps, $2,250 purse, as several drivers’ positions shifted.
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Jordan High Beats El Segundo In Final Preleague Tuneup
Jordan High defeated host El Segundo 67-62 in the Ten league tuneup. Moby Oliver scored for Jordan while Mark Meadows added 17 and Dwayne Campbell 16. Campbell led the team with 18 rebounds as Jordan improved to 1-0 in league play.
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Boxing results from Philadelphia and Sacramento shows
Monday’s boxing card features Briscov and Hee from Philadelphia with Vinson of Sacramento in a middleweight bout. Jose nandez, a Dominican from Philadelphia, competes as junior lightweight.
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Tennis Result Note From Baltimore Tour
Fragmented report from a tennis event in Baltimore lists players including Hutch Watts, Andrew Patison, Tim Gullikeeva, Fred Neha, and Berta Alinea with unclear scores and placements. The garbled text references locations, nationalities, and possible matchups, but specifics remain unreadable.
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