Cowboys Bottle Red Raiders Face Unbeaten OU Tonight
Texas Tech aims for a second straight road win after a 76-71 upset of Washington as Oklahoma hosts the Raiders in Norman. Gene Knolle moves to guard with Greg Lowery and Jerry Turner at forward, producing a bigger, tougher lineup for tonight’s showdown.
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Cowboys blank Redskins as Washington grows closer to pace
Mark Washington and Duane Thomas spark a 34-0 Cowboys win over Washington. Dallas, tied with New York Giants at 8-3-1, stays within a half game of the lead as Arizona falls to Detroit. Washington’s star backs sit out with injuries, and Sonny Jurgensen is pressured by Dallas’ Doomsday Defense.
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Bonavena Wins Heavyweight Bout in New York
In New York, Oscar Bonavena delivers a decisive heavyweight victory over an unnamed opponent. The result seals his latest bout and boosts his standing in the division.
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Tech seniors honored at Sunday banquet after Sun Bowl bid
Southwest Conference coach of the year Jim Carlen led a banquet honoring Texas Tech seniors. He challenged juniors to provide the leadership the 1970 Raiders had, as Wayne McDermand and Jesse Richardson received defensive and offensive player of the year plaques. Captains named, staff gifts given, and praise echoed for the team’s close, respectful year.
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Playoff Penetrations Decide Tight Ties In Football
The Texas playoffs reach the semifinals with Brownwood advancing 5-3 on penetrations after a 10-10 tie with Monahans. Sonora also moved on 4-3 penetration after a 19-19 draw with Honey Grove. Gene Mayfield cited artificial turf as a factor in venue choices for South Oak Cliff.
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Amarilloan Big Bill Garrett wins Coral Springs Open title
Florida golfer Bill Garrett, a 6 foot 6 Amarillo native, fired a two under par 66 in the final round to win the Coral Springs Open and the $25,000 first prize with a 72 hole total of 272. Bob Murphy finished second at 273 while Lee Trevino tied with Vic Loustalot for third at 274. Arnold Palmer led a group at 276 after a 66.
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Grid Playoff Dates and Sites Overview
Semifinals matchups include Odessa Permian against Dallas South Oak Park and Reagan versus Port Arthur. Games are slated for venues in Houston at Rice University and at Memorial in Wichita Falls, with dates and exact sites subject to change.
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