Crackdown on violence in pro sports heats up
The New York Times reports NBA and NFL actions raise fines and suspensions amid high profile incidents. Kareem Abdul Jabbar faces a 5000 dollar fine. Mel Blount and Mel Morgan face possible suspensions after recent on field clashes. NHL players remain under suspension as season starts. League officials warn against flagrant personal fouls and vow multi game suspensions for violent conduct.
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Davis switches to center pays off for Nebraska
Nebraska football sophomore Tom Davis, previously a defender and tackle in high school, becomes the starting center after choosing to specialize in one position. He credits practice and confidence with the quick snap and blocking, while aiming for Big Eight title and eventual law school.
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Texas Dominates Top Spot In AP and UPI Polls
Texas leads the weekly AP and UPI college football rankings after Minnesota upset Michigan 16-0. Nebraska rises to 10th in UPI and 12th in AP following a 33-15 win over Colorado. Oklahoma sits third in UPI and fourth in AP while Colorado drops to 14th and 15th respectively.
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Unbeatens eye playoff berths as NSAA reshapes brackets
Nebraska prep football outlook shows 25 of 27 unbeaten squads likely to reach next week’s playoffs under a revised NSAA point system. Contenders span classes B C1 C2 and eight man with Bayard Hebron Tekamah Herman among wild cards. credit given to three-level scoring and two wild card spots per class.
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Bristol fired by Atlanta ends Braves tenure
Atlanta fires Dave Bristol after two winless seasons as manager. Rumor reports say Yogi Berra may be offered a three year pact to manage the Braves, with the club listing candidates but not requesting permission from the Yankees.
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Angels Name Bavasi Executive VP As Autry Takes Chair
California Angels owner Gene Autry became chairman and president on Monday and named E J Bavasi as executive vice president and chief operating officer. The Boston Red Sox trust dismissed chief executive Richard OConnell and two aides amid ownership transfer. Steve Cauthen won his 5 millionth dollar in a single year by taking the Aqueduct second race.
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Nebraska player Perry improves to good condition after brain surgery
Omaha Colorado linebacker Tom Perry, injured in Nebraska's 33-15 win over Colorado, improved to good condition after extensive brain surgery. He was in critical condition Saturday but has shown steady progress and will move from intensive care to a private room Tuesday afternoon, according to an UNMC spokesman.
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OSU grows up in last two weeks says Stanley
Oklahoma State coach Jim Stanley says the Cowboys have matured in the past two weeks after a 21-0 win over Kansas. He praises defensive play by Mike Edwards and Peter Coppola, notes Curtis Boone's strong effort, and previews the regional NBC telecast of the Nebraska game with Randy Garcia, I M Hipp and the Bailey Stephenson quarterback duo.
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Lincoln headlines week sports schedule recap
The schedule lists a set of late games including Lincoln East versus Lincoln Southeast football at 7 p.m. on C9 and Cornhusker football at 8 p.m. on C2. Basketball features Hawks versus Nets at 1:20 a.m. on C8, while hockey shows Northstars against Red Wings at 5:30 p.m. on C8.
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Hastings back Trautman powers 28 0 win over Concordia
Hastings fullback Trautman rushed for 133 yards and caught two passes for 92 yards including a 71-yard TD as the Broncos blanked Concordia 28-0. He leads state in rushing with 103.5 yards per game while sharing the backfield with Doty.
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