Packers and Steelers clinch playoff berths in NFL action
The Green Bay Packers won the National Conference Central title with a 23-7 win over the Minnesota Vikings. Pittsburgh Steelers edged the Houston Oilers 9-3 to secure a playoff berth in the American Conference Central. The Miami Dolphins rolled past the New York Giants 23-13 for their 13th straight victory.
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Lompoc bikers win big at Spillway Park dirt finals
Lompoc Slow Pokes swept Spillway Park with three firsts and multiple seconds including Kenneth Thibodeau winning minicycle on a Yamaha. Santa Barbara scramblers led in Juniors, Scott Victor claimed two 250 cc firsts, and Vince Clark took a 125 cc second as Scott Frisby was absent.
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Bench Back From Surgery for Lung Lesion
Cincinnati Reds catcher Johnny Bench underwent removal of a small inflammatory lesion from the right lung. Surgeons said no tumor or malignancy was found after a frozen section and expect a quick recovery, with seven to ten days in hospital and eight weeks for full return.
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Namath Jets Hope for Upset Against Raiders on TV
Jets rely on Joe Namath after injuries crippled their running game for the must win visit to Oakland Coli seum. Namath leads in passing while Hank Bjorklund steps in at running back as New York faces the West division leaders with playoff fate on the line.
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Williams leads cross country crew and sets records
Lompoc Braves win at Hancock College meet setting second national cross country record for five man three mile relay with 73 25.0, led by Terry Williams who set postal times three mile record 13 53.8. Team aims for further national marks in distance medley and four mile relays as Cabrillo dominates juniors in Santa Maria meet.
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Tight Northern League loom after Morro Bay grappling
Valley wrestlers returned from Morro Bay with fifth and eighth team finishes and a forecast of a fierce Northern League. Cabrillo placed fifth behind Arroyo Grande Santa Maria and Lompoc, while individual placers included Kris Andrews second at 98 pounds Benje Williams second at 103 Jeff Klapakis fourth 127 Russ Wardrip 154 Tuffy Grossi 133 Jules Hain third 127 Kevin King third 175. Cabrillo host opener vs Arroyo Grande in Lompoc Wednesday.
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McMillian Puts Lakers Past Blazers in Big Win
Jim McMillian shot 13 of 15 to score 28 as the Los Angeles Lakers routed Portland 137 101. The victory extended LA’s hot run to 17 wins in 18 and created a six game division lead.
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Sioux Triumph In Camellia Bowl Over Cal Poly 38 21
University of North Dakota Sioux cap a successful season with a 38 21 win over Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in the Camellia Bowl. Coach Jerry Olson praises the team while players celebrate in the showers. Jay Gustafson throws two TDs and runs for another, calling Cal Poly among the best opponents they have faced.
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All-comers track meet results at Hancock College
Results from Hancock College all-comers meet list top finishers across events led by Open 60-1 Dick Lichenfels and 200-1 Bruce Eiles in sprint, mile times for Cal Poly athletes, field marks in PV HJ LJ and throws, and high school results for San Marcos Cabrillo Lompoc Santa Maria with multiple placers noted.
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