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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1976
Page
6
Sports writer Scott Ostler lampoons college all-American selections noting 84 standard teams and 19 new ones all mirror identical rosters. He proposes humorous variants such as Academic all-American and East North Blue Green Shrine Hula Bowling for Dollars and jokes about publicity driven choices.
Los Angeles Rams prepare for frigid conditions in Minnesota against the Vikings while Oakland Raiders host the Pittsburgh Steelers in a playoff duel. Weather and violence concerns shape pregame talk as Tarkenton, White, and Rashad aim to exploit the Vikings air attack, and Madden notes Pittsburgh's stout defense.
Sobers scored a career high 28 points to lead the Suns 107-92 over Buffalo as DiGregorio managed 11 points amid criticism that he lacks defense. The win halted a four game skid while Buffalo’s guard drew postgame remarks labeling him the defensive weak link.
In Long Beach Isiah Robertson declared the Rams will win the NFC title and reach the Super Bowl. The defense faces Fran Tarkenton and the Vikings as Oakland prep ends and Minnesota prep proceeds. Cornerbacks Jackson and Perry lead with interceptions while Rusty Jackson vows no blocked kicks in the game.
Texas Rangers star Jeff Burroughs caused confusion over a six player deal that would have sent him to the Atlanta Braves for Ken Henderson and others plus cash. He claimed a no trade clause, which did not exist, and accused the deal of collapsing.
The article recalls Burroughs star year with the Rangers in 1974 as MVP contender with 118 RBIs 25 homers and a .301 average, then a sharp decline in 1975 and 1976. It notes his move to Atlanta and his renewed interest in Texas amid trade noise and media speculation about money. The piece references the Atascadero Tournament results and lists final scorelines.
Mike Bratz scored 18 points to top Stanford as they defeated St. Marys 87 75 while Pac 8 teams posted home wins. Long Beach State dropped to 0 4 in its arena skid after a 77 75 loss to Montana. UCLA edged William and Mary 59 55, Oregon outlasted Grambling 42 38, and Washington beat Seattle Pacific 63 43.
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