Winning Isn’t Everything Says Steelers Veteran Andy Russell
Andy Russell recalls Steelers hard times and close team bonds from 1963 onward. He argues losing can forge unity and confidence, noting current teams differ in outlook and that the thrill of competition remains the aim whether winning or not.
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Sun releases three WFL backs to seek NFL deals
Running backs James McAlister Kermit Johnson and lineman Booker Brown received unconditional WFL releases with cash settlements, allowing negotiation with NFL clubs that drafted them. Johnson McAlister Brown were selected by the 49ers Raiders Oilers respectively with no WFL disputes on signing. Marion Campbell retained as Falcons coach for next year after midseason departure of Norm Van Brocklin. Gail Goodrich scores 24 of 34 in second half as Lakers beat 76ers 106-98. Lakers now 15 straight wins over Philadelphia since 1971.
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Big names up for grabs in winter baseball draft
UPI reports Anthony Davis Elliott Wills and Willie Mays Aikens among top players made available to 24 clubs. Aikens a 6 3 230 pound first baseman from South Carolina State is in the regular phase with Padres holding first pick, while Davis and Wills enter the secondary phase for unsigned draftees.
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Local boating course offered in Lompoc
A free boating class directed by the Costa de Oro Power Squadron will begin Monday in Lompoc. Open to men women and youths 12 plus no boat ownership required. Registration at 7 p.m. first night at the Lompoc Recreation Department 105 South C St. The 13 week course covers navigation charts seamanship rules of the road trailering and safety led by Power Squadron members. For info call Walt Burnett or Frank Brehony.
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Kings win road game to stay behind Canadiens
The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Minnesota North Stars 4–2 in Bloomington, tying the pursuit of first place behind Montreal. Butch Goring scored twice to spark the win as the Kings improved to 21–9 in 39 games and 54 points, three back of the Canadiens.
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Bruins Open Pac-8 Race With Huskies At Pauley
UCLA, ranked No. 2, opens Pac-8 play at home against Washington as conference title contenders USC Oregon and Washington also loom. Bruin captain Dave Meyers leads with 17.5 points per game while Washington’s Clarence Ramsey averages 18. The Huskies boast size speed and experience as Marv Harshman leads the visitors.
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Congs Earn 11th in CIF Poll After Win Over St Joe
Cabrillo Congs placed 11th with 18 votes in the CIF Southern Section poll, trailing Mira Costa 20 votes for 10th. A 89-71 victory over St. Joseph improved Cabrillo to 12-2 as Northern League play looms, with Santa Maria visiting tomorrow and Lompoc hosting Arroyo Grande. Rick Baldivier led St Joe scoring with 28 while Daryl Stinnett and Kirk Dalton added 17 and 16 respectively for Cabrillo as five Congs reached double figures.
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Sports sked sked today and Friday
Wrestling Cabrillo visits San Luis Obispo today. Friday basketball features Santa Maria at Cabrillo and Arroyo Grande at Lompoc with a 8 p.m. start. Lompoc hosts wrestling at Santa Maria at 7 30 p.m.
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Cabrillo Wrestlers Set to Meet San Luis Obispo Tigers
Cabrillo Conquistadors, 3-0 and tied for Northern League lead with Lompoc, travel to San Luis Obispo to face the Tigers. Coach Dave Long notes weaker lower weights on the Tigers but warns not to let up and aims for strong upper weights. Next they visit Lompoc to meet the Braves. Santa Maria hosts the Braves next, while San Luis faces the Saints.
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NCAA Eyes Penalties for Guilty Coaches in Recruiting Scrutiny
At the NCAA convention, leaders approved disbarring coaches for up to two years for unethical recruiting practices. They also postponed major action on expanding women’s sports authority until next year while directing the council to coordinate with IAIAW. The body approved higher dues for enforcement of recruiting rules and adopted limits on direct recruiting contacts with high school athletes until junior year.
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Bucks Victory Highlights rookie impact in Pistons loss
Milwaukee Bucks beat Detroit 102 to 92 as four Bucks scored 20 plus points. Gary Brokaw led with a career high 22, while Coach Ray Scott noted a rookie's effort can swing key games.
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Maryland Terps Hold Off Duke 83 77 Behind Late Free Throws
Maryland sixth ranked crew edged Duke 83 77 as Mo Howard scored four points all in the final minutes including two free throws with 47 seconds left. Coach Lefty Driesell said Howard had a poor game but delivered when needed.
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Ward to attempt Permatex 200 bid at Riverside
Riverside California veteran racer Roger Ward a 54 year old Friday returns from retirement to try for a start in the Permatex 200 companion feature to the Winston Western 500 at Riverside International Speedway Ward won the Indianapolis 500 in 1959 and 1962 making a notable comeback bid.
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Orr again named to NHL All Star team as Esposito edges Perreault
New York UPI reports Bobby Orr earns unanimous selection to the NHL All Star game continuing his record of honors. Bruins teammate Phil Esposito narrowly holds the first team center berth for the Prince of Wales Conference, beating Gil Perreault of Buffalo.
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