How fast Is Mr Dorsett
A reader asks about Tony Dorsett and other sports topics. The Cowboys say Dorsett is the fastest back in franchise history, clocked at 4.45 seconds in the 40 yard dash in camp. The column also notes Monte Tone’s limited Nuggets playing time and mentions Rod Carew memoir plans.
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Nicklaus Seeks Money Race Lead In Ohio Kings Island Open
Jack Nicklaus aims to win the $30,000 first prize at the Ohio Kings Island Open in Mason Ohio to overtake PGA money leader Tom Watson, as he finishes his 1977 season with one more tournament. Nicklaus trails by about $21,000 and notes the money title as his fifth priority behind the four majors.
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Major league leaders in home runs and run production
National League leaders include Foster 49, Burroughs 40, Luzinski 36, Schmidt 36, Garvey 31. In the American League Rice 38, Bonds 36, Nettles 33, Scott 33, Gamble 33 lead. Luzinski 122 RBIs tops, Burroughs 113, Garvey 112, Cey 110. Barry Bonds 113 RBIs in AL context. Stolen base leaders include Taveras 66 NL and Patek 50 AL. Pitching leaders show Carlton 22 wins and Ryan 19 in AL, with ERAs led by Candelaria 2.48 NL and Tanana 2.54 AL. Strikeout leaders feature Niekro 252 NL and Niekro again among top NL hurlers with 252.
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Ohio State Favored At Home Against Oklahoma
Ohio State, ranked fifth, hosts fourth-ranked Oklahoma in a nationally televised showdown. UPI sportswriter Fred McMane predicts a Buckeyes victory 20 to 15, noting home strength and emotional edge. The column also surveys top games across the nation with various outcomes.
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Steelers Raiders set for heckuva battle in season opener
Oakland players vow a tough fight as the Steelers and Raiders renew a fierce rivalry. George Atkinson recalls last season's concussion incident and sues, while Gene Upshaw warns of a hard contest and a need to beat Pittsburgh to prove their status.
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Lakers sign two first round picks to multi year deals
The Los Angeles Lakers signed Kenny Carr and Norm Nixon to multi year contracts. Carr a 6 foot 8 forward from NC State and Nixon a 6 2 guard from Duquesne joined training camp in San Diego and were set to practice. The signings give the Lakers three first round rookies on the roster for the first time.
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National League East standings and Wednesday results
The National League East shows Philadelphia leading with 94 wins and Pittsburgh at 88. Montreal beats St. Louis 4 2 while Chicago shuts out Philadelphia 2 0. Cincinnati loses 2 3 San Diego, Houston edges Atlanta 3 5, and San Francisco defeats Los Angeles 5 4. Upcoming pitchers listed for several matchups.
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Santa Maria Speedway Set for Full Night of Stock Cars and Semi Finals
Santa Maria Speedway will host stock cars, super modifieds, sprints and hobby stocks with Beattie Ford One-on-One semi finals pitting Bob Meneley against Leroy Shaffer. Dan Simkins leads the stock car point chase by 185 over Bobby Payne, who could close the gap with a Saturday win. The winner faces Simkins on Oct 1 for a 500 dollar winner take all prize after twin 50 lap main events. Ronnie Souza, fresh from a strong win, returns in his Chevy powered super modified. Gates open 6, time trials 7, racing 8 p.m with special concession discounts offered.
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Football Forecast Saturday Scores and Results
College football results list for Saturday September 24 detailing numerous games. Notable outcomes include Air Force over Pacific 24 14 and Iowa State over Bowling Green 32 21, with many other matchups and final scores across conferences.
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Rankin and Carner Favored In Coventry Tourney
Judy Rankin and JoAnne Carner, rivals after teaming to win the LPGA team title in Portland, opened the Sarah Coventry tournament at Round Hill Country Club. The event carries a $100,000 purse with a $15,000 winner’s prize as the final LPGA stop of the year. Carner has $105,271 season earnings. Rankin leads money with $113,232 and Kathy Whitworth also seeks $100,000.
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Hancock Grid Tilt Highlights Busy Weekend For Bulldogs
Allan Hancock College Bulldogs under first year coach Tom Hawkins seek first win of 1977 after a 21-12 setback to Taft College. Cuesta College Cougars arrive fresh from a 35-31 victory over Monterey Peninsula College in a north rivalry clash.
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Village CC women golfers win draw day event at club
Village Country Club hosts Draw Day. top foursome includes Freas Heflin Griffin and Mc Crystal. Second place goes to Stillman Ernberg Van Ausdal with Sullivan Barnard Schuyler Bales. nine hole winners are Stewart Burns and Bulkeley Scott. kickoff Saturday 2 p.m. at Dave Boyd Field Santa Maria.
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