Namath Leads Jets Past Colts in Storied Super Bowl
Joe Namath, 28, led the New York Jets to a 16 7 upset of the Baltimore Colts in the AFL NFL title game. He declared AFL here to stay, thanked fans, and noted the win came from collective confidence rather than overconfidence. He spoke with reporters amid crowded dressing room heat and celebrated with family nearby.
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Namath Leads Jets To AFL Title Upset Of Colts
Joe Namath sparked a 16-7 upset of Baltimore, delivering a landmark victory as the Jets claimed the world title and heralded a new era in pro football. Ohio State? No, New York, as Weeb Ewbank and a stifling defense silenced Johnny Unitas and Earl Morrall, with Snell scoring and Beverly Sample and Hudson key in the secondary.
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North Edges Lions In Overtime 51-50
North edged Lawrence 51-50 in overtime as Jim Pearce led the Indians with 13 of 16 free throws and Shawnee Mission North battled a cold shooting night. Lawrence guard Steve Koger sparked the Lions early, but both teams struggled from the floor and the free throw line decided the outcome. The Lions beat the Indian B-team 56-47 in the nightcap.
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Cerne
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Mike Harris
Johannsen
Hammer
Zook Tops North Lineman In Senior Bowl Triumph
Mobile Alabama AP North squad named John Zook most outstanding lineman for the North in a 27 16 win over the South. Bob Campbell earned outstanding back honors as Ken Juskowich sealed the victory with a 37 yard field and 20 yard kick after a late turnover. Coaches Allie Sherman and Charlie Winner praised the game and the gesture of the ball to the North coach.
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Ron Prichard
Arizona State
Bonner Springs Wins at Central in Cold Fourth Quarter
Bonner Springs toppled Lawrence Central 51 to 44 as Central faltered in the final period. Central led early behind Ken Estes with 13 points, but Bonner Springs surged late to pull away.
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Jockey George Cusimanio Weighs In At Ninety Eight Pounds
Washington racing scene notes jockey George Cusimanio weighs just 98 pounds. The detail highlights his lean build as he prepares for upcoming races in the capital city.
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Washington, D.C
Cloud County Defeats Haskell In Home Court Win
Cloud County downed Haskell 102 to 76 at the Haskell gym as the Thunderbirds held a 52 26 first half edge. Four Indians reached double figures led by Billy Kuntz with 16 and Fred Beatty with 15. Cloud County ranks high in team defense while Haskell struggled early before a stronger second half.
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