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Newspaper

Lawton Constitution

Location

Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1973

Page

8

Oklahoma Sooners Ranked No 1 By Red Bias

The writer proclaims the University of Oklahoma as the top team in the land after ABC's grid poll, placing Ohio State and Michigan tied for third and listing Notre Dame Penn State LSU Southern Cal Nebraska among others. He notes many outstanding offenses and defenses but argues OU's combined talent makes them dominant on both ends.

Oanes ABC Unive Oklahoma Ohio State Michigan Notre Dame Penn State LSU Southern Cal Nebras Sooners Woody Hayes Woody Dennis Franklin Buckeyes Trojans Big Ten

Roll On But Sooner In Final Polls

The note suggests early bowl exposure is limited and voters may forget pre January events, impacting final AP or UPI rankings as teams like the Sooners seek favorable positioning.

UPI

Bowl season rankings swirl as No 1 debate rages

Analysis of postseason matchups flags Alabama, Notre Dame as top contenders with Sugar Bowl clash key to title hopes. Ohio State’s Rose Bowl nod shocks Michigan, while Penn State LSU and USC Ohio State draw interest in national championship outlook.

New Orleans Bama Notre Dame Auburn Miami Penn State LSU USC Ohio State Pasadena Buckeyes Michigan Wolverines

Cameron Hosts Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts Rivalry Tipoff

Cameron College prepares for a new rivalry as it hosts Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts at 7 30 p m. The Aggies hold a 3 0 mark and a 95.3 scoring pace while UCLA led by John Hudson has an 88 8 scoring average after a 107 77 win over School of the Ozarks.

Cameron UCLA Cameron College Aggie Oklahoma College of Liberal Arts Miller John Hudson Chickasha Hudson School of the Ozarks

Lineups feature balanced scoring and key injuries ahead of game

The lineup lists several players with solid averages led by Ralph Palomar at 78 points and 50 rebounds, while Jackson nurses a sore knee and may sit. If out, Don Tuley steps in for Hudson. Jerry Day shows 36 points and 18 rebounds but has an ankle issue, Rob Roberts may start if McHaney remains hurt, and Dudek fronts 9.3 points with 33 boards as a supporting scorer.

Son Stanley Jennings Dudley Edwards Brisco McPherson Richard Hidlebird Jackson Don Tuley Hudson Cameron Jerry Day Rob Roberts McHaney Ralph Palomar Frank Ragland Tom Dudek

Barry Sooners Tired Of Being Second Best

Oklahoma coach Barry Switzer says his No 2 ranked Sooners deserve No 1 status and recalls their season progress. He notes seniors’ leadership and emphasizes the importance of finishing strong against Oklahoma State in the upcoming rivalry game while acknowledging OSU’s quality.

Barry Sooners

Stanley Refuses To Offer Alibi After Oklahoma Loss

Stillwater Oklahoma AP report shows coach L S Stanley declining to provide alibi following a game. He defends players while noting a missed tackle opportunity and calls the call a judgment decision. He plans to close practice gates for the season finale at home against Oklahoma.

Namath Eyes NFL Record in showdown with Colts

Joe Namath eyes a record attempt as the New York Jets face the Baltimore Colts. The Colts have allowed 173 passing yards per game and their weak pass rush has 20 sacks in 11 games. Namath seeks a high yardage game after prior big outings against Baltimore.

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Alabama Clinches No 1 Ranking In AP Poll

Alabama moves to the top of the AP college football poll replacing Ohio State as No 1. Oklahoma runnerup after beating Nebraska. Ohio State and Notre Dame hold sixth and fifth. Bryant praised the team while Switzer disputed the result citing Oklahoma votes and a big win over Nebraska.

Alabama Paul “Bear” Bryant Crimson Tide Ohio State Associated Press Bryant Auburn Oklahoma Barry Switzer Switzer Sooners Notre Dame Penn State Louisiana State Nebraska

Oklahoma Primed for No 1 as Top 20 Poll Shifts

AP notes Oklahoma amid strong season form as Notre Dame tops voting with two first place ballots and 832 points while Penn State holds the remaining first place vote. Southern Cal climbs to seventh after a 23-13 win over UCLA. Maryland enters the Top Twenty after a 42-9 victory over Tulsa.

Pitt Southern Cal UCLA LSU Crimson Tide Tigers Texas Texas A&m Arizona State Arizona Texas Tech Nebraska Houston Miami Ohio North Carolina State Kansas Maryland Tennessee Missouri Tulane

Cage Program Signups Slated

Signups end Saturday for the Salvation Army Boys Club basketball program. Midget and junior players sign up Wednesday at 5 30 and 7 30 p m respectively. Seniors sign up Thursday at 7. Peewee and pony signups Saturday at 10 a m and 1 p m respectively. All youngsters will be placed on a team.

Salvation Army

Cougars Top Colonels 94 82 in ABA clash with punches

Carolina led by Billyi scored 25 points in the final period to beat Kentucky 94 82 and tighten the ABA Eastern Division race. Two fights and ejections marked the game as Rick Mount and Ted McClain traded blows, while Issel and Calvin clashed briefly.

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