Hill Wins UPI NFL Rookie of the Year in Landslide
Calvin Hill, moving from the Ivy League to pro football, received 40 of 48 votes to win the UPI NFL rookie of the year. He is the first Cowboy to earn the honor, ahead of Mean Joe Greene and Larry Brown who each claimed a single vote.
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Alan Page
Bob Lilly
Buena Five Rolls Past Cabrillo in 69 32 Nonleague Win
Buena Bull dogs jumped to an 18 5 first quarter lead and cruised to a 69 32 victory over Cabrillo Conquistadores in Ventura. Joe Campbell led Buena with 20 points while Ken Bowman and John Wolfe added 11 and 10. Ernie Martin led Cabrillo with 17 points as the team dropped to 2 8. JV game was not held. Buena will travel to Cabrillo for a rematch on December 30.
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Huskies Rally to Beat Northwestern in Sun Devil Classic
Washington 86 Northwestern 81 as George Irvine scores 25 and Washington eyes sixth straight final appearance at Tempe Arizona. Washington State climbs to 6-0 with an 84-74 win over Colorado led by Gary Elliott's 26 points.
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Tennessee
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Issel scores 40 as Kentucky tops Navy in invitational opener
Kentucky star Dan Issel dominates with 40 points guiding the Wildcats to a 73 59 victory over Navy in the opening round of the Kentucky Invitational. Duke defeats Dayton and meets Kentucky for the title tonight, while other tourney results include Utah over USF and Michigan State over Bradley.
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Vikes travel to Atlanta to face Falcons in tough finale
The Minnesota Vikings head to Atlanta Sunday to play the Falcons and renew ties with former Viking coach Norm Van Brocklin. Bud Grant says the team will bring their best effort and treats the game as a meaningful test despite any outside talk. The Vikings seek another strong performance as they chase 1969 playoff ambitions.
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Coaches Face Sun Bowl Clash Enduring Perfect Records
Nebraska coach Bob Devaney and Georgia coach Vince Dooley arrive with perfect Sun Bowl marks, neither has faced the other before. Dooley’s 1964 Bulldogs beat Texas Tech 7 0, while Devaney’s 1958 Wyoming team defeated Hardin Simmons. The favored Cornhuskers expect a tight defensive battle.
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Local grapplers dominate Cabrillo mat tournament
Lompoc Braves and Cabrillo Conquistadors win six individual titles at the first Cabrillo takedown wrestling meet held at the Cabrillo gym. Rich McFarland and Jess Ortiz capture heavyweights and 136 pounds. Riley wins 148 pounds. Stan Marks takes 130 pounds. Witzgall tops 157 pounds with tight scoring.
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Ellis Peralta World Title Bout Canceled in Argentina
Promoter Hector Mendez announced the WBA heavyweight title bout between Jimmy Ellis and Gregorio Peralta was cancelled due to insurmountable economic difficulties and lack of government support. Ellis had pulled out earlier over demands including an American referee. scant interest and a failure to net funds led to the abrupt termination on the eve of fighting.
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Golden Jubilee Holiday Basketball Tourney entrants announced
Allan Hancock college hosts the Golden Jubilee Holiday Basketball Tournament from December 28 to 30 featuring nine games across three days. Mount San Antonio College, Fresno, Santa Ana, Foothill College, Monterey, San Jose, Cabrillo, Arroyo Grande, Morro Bay, Santa Maria and others compete in the annual event marking the college’s fiftieth anniversary.
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Knicks End Skid With 108 99 Win Over Bulls
The Knicks halted a three game slide as Dave DeBusschere scored 23 and Willis Reed 25 in a 108 99 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Walt Frazier added 20 and Dick Barnett 21 as New York built late leads to hold off Chicago.
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Carolina Cougars fall short in charity game loss
The Carolina Cougars blew a six point lead with three minutes left as Indiana forced fouls and earned seven free throws. The Cougars missed six of seven attempts, allowing Indiana to steal a 92 88 ABA win. Fred Lewis led Indiana with 25 points and Roger Brown added 22 while Doug Moe led Carolina with 14 points.
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Jeter Stouch and Elkins Earn All-NAIA Honors
Jeter Stouch and Elkins of Cal Lutheran Kingsmen receive NAIA District II recognition ending their college careers. Jeter and Stouch named to second team while Elkins earns honorable mention. Kingsmen compile eight wins and one loss, district title, 14 game streak under coach Bob Shoup.
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