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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1977

Page

19

Knox keeps Rams on top with revolving five year deal

The Rams extend Chuck Knox with a revolving five year contract as Joe Namath is named starter over Pat Haden and Tom Dempsey is released. Owner Carroll Rosenbloom says Knox remains among NFL’s highest paid coaches, with pay increases possible. Rafael Septien named opener kicker as Rams drop to a 1-5 preseason record.

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Rams gear up as Septien training stretch highlights and injuries

Rams practice at Blair Field features Septien transitioning from tee to ground kicks with Ben Agajanian noting the shift. Former UCLA tailback Larry Zeno weighs in as Septien’s coach Rafsel and Don Bownit stress prep while injuries reshuffle the lineup with Hunter replacing Bartkowski and Doug France aiming to return for the third game against San Francisco.

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Foothill Stakes Opens Pomona Meet At Fairgrounds

Pomona starts a 14 day meet with nine three year olds in the $17,500 added Foothill Stakes at one mile. Appaloosa and two quarter horse races join eight thoroughbred events starting at 1 pm. Winsor Pete, trained by Dave Hofmans, seeks repeat best in a field led by Coldcourage and Century Chief amid a $19,425 gross purse and $11,540 to the winner.

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Pomona Pair Probable Winner in Hardin's Hotline

Hardin's Hotline at Pomona nominates a probable winner in racing. Cee Mi Yer Bet and Dancer a Sith are among top contenders with MONEY PROSPECT listed for bets. Special parlay and exacta options highlighted, Cerdera Grande noted as a standout.

Hardin’s Pomona Parlay Coretet Loncarot Exacta Cerdera Grande

Mason's Specials at Pomona Fate 2

Horse racing item notes bets and odds with named figures such as Willie, Morhet, Marie, and Gacker. Mentions exacta and pari mutuel style phrases, suggesting a race card or betting guide for Pomona. Details are fragmented but indicate a seventh race and a special early betting feature.

Mason Pomona Willie Morhet Marie Gacker Tip-Baber

Amazin Willie Aims For Second Straight Pacing Title

Rambling Willie seeks another U S pacing crown at Hollywood Park with a 46th sub two minute mile effort in the $260 000 Championship. The three heat series spans three tracks with Armbro Ranger and Joe Brien matching drives against Willie and Rob Farrington. A key battle emerges as Willie chases a second straight title and a $10 000 bonus, with a history of strong earnings and community ties highlighted.

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Prep grid schedule for fall sports at Riverside area

Readable fragments show a prep grid with multiple football and track style matchups. Mentioned teams include Anaheim West, Orange Canal, Dana Hills, Glendora, Servite, Saddleback, and Camarillo style venues with dates and probable winners noted in brief, local outlook.

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49ers Opening Night Adds Youth to Debut Under Currey

Fullerton fortunes rise thanks to Dan Bunn of Citrus College named PCAA player of the week after a SDSU game. Coach Dave Currey praises Bunn and Jim Freitas a transfer from Grossmont as the starter for a new aerial attack. Freitas threw 16 TD passes last season and tonight leads a dozen freshmen making their college debuts. Currey notes inexperience and aims to cut first game mistakes as KKOP-FM airs the opener with Dave Greene and Willie Davis.

Fullerton Dan Bunn Offense Bunn Citrus College San Diego State Dave Currey Bunn Currey Jim Freitas Grossmont Freitas 49Ers Kkop-Fm Dave Greene Green Bay Willie Davis

United States Lifts Win Over El Salvador in San Salvador

In front of 58,000 fans, the U S national team beat El Salvador 2 1 as Greg Muller scored in the 82nd minute. Rickey Davis opened the scoring in the seventh minute with an assist from Gary Litherington. The report also notes Milan Italy coverage of Chit 8 Hans Gildemeister, seed, advancing to the semifinals in a junior under 21 tennis event.

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Dodgers Lose as Reds Complete Series Sweep

The Reds swept the two game set and won the season series with the Dodgers, extending their lead in the NL West clinch potential while Tom Lasorda fretted over late decisions. Seaver earned win number 200 as Doug Ray fell to 12-8. Monday’s homer sparked a comeback that kept Cincinnati rolling, with Foster and Bench key in the seventh. Dodgers offense stalled late as Seaver shut them down four straight innings.

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