Clemente Hall of Fame bid gains momentum
Roberto Clemente's death prompts mourning from Pirates officials players and President Nixon. BBWA weighs immediate Hall of Fame induction with Lang noting precedent for posthumous acclaim and meetings planned with Kuhn Kerr to seek a method for naming Clemente.
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Devaney Considers Pro Bids After Huskers Victory
Nebraska coach Devaney, soon to be athletic director, says he would listen to pro coaching offers but may stay in administration. He reflects on his 101–20–2 Nebraska record, the 1970–71 national titles, and the 40–6 Liberty Bowl win as he weighs his next move after guiding the Cornhuskers to a 9–2–1 season and a dominant victory over Notre Dame.
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USC Husker Stars Head For Hawaii
The 27th Hula Bowl rosters feature Johnny Rodgers from Nebraska for the North and Sam Cunningham from USC for the South. Rodgers starred in Nebraska's 40-6 Orange Bowl win over Notre Dame with a 52-yard scoring pass, while Cunningham scored four times in USC’s Rose Bowl victory over Ohio State. Also on the rosters are Notre Dame’s Gree Marx and Ohio State’s George Harrison.
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Dribblers Begin Sign Up Today
Registration for Lub bock Little Dribblers basketball runs through January 15 with a five dollar fee for insurance and uniforms. Open to boys ages 9 to 12. Forms at the Sports Center, B&B Sporting Goods, Oshman’s and South Plains Mall. Sponsored by Monterey Optimists.
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Ponies Rally Past Sandies In 62 54 Victory
Coronado used a full court press to topple Amarillo in a 62 54 win. The foul filled game produced 57 fouls and 72 free throws, with Coronado pulling down 46 rebounds led by Jeff Purkeypile and Charles Quisenberry.
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Hayes Denies Hitting Photographer After Buckeyes Loss
Woody Hayes defended himself after an on-site incident at a Pasadena hotel where a photographer claims a shove occurred. Hayes said he pushed the camera away but did not strike anyone, and a photographer said his eye was damaged. An investigation to determine if charges should be pursued was noted.
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Net Stars Cup Opens With Easy First-Round Wins
Australians Ken Rosewall John Newcombe Colin Dibley and Alex Metreveli led a field of favorites with straight sets victories in the first round of the Net Stars Cup in Sydney. Several French players fell as Robert Machan of Hungary Patrick Proisy and others were upset.
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WHA Eyes New Ownership For New York Franchise
WHA general managers and trustees meet in Quebec City to decide the Ottawa and New York franchises fate ahead of the all-star game. The New York team may have new owners from the local area as groups from Vancouver and Milwaukee show interest. Attendance averages about 5,000 per game, above expectations.
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Mat Title Bout Tops Local Card
Dory Funk Jr faces Ernie Ladd for the World Heavyweight title in Clovis Fair Park Colise. The card begins at 8:30 p.m. with pro am golf action and tag team championship on the line at Clovis Municipal Golf Course. Entry fees run to $16 for pros and $11 for amateurs.
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New Grid Ride Spurs Focus On Wargo And Kickers In College Football
Winston Salem reports on Paul Wargo and Utah State prospects with the Forest football staff under new head coach Chuck Mills. The piece notes talk of scoring bursts, backs, and kickers amid a busy college scene. Police caution about speeding and drunken driving near the Wakelide freeway as observers await results.
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Trojans Could Face Rebuilding After Rose Bowl Win
Southern California coach John McKay downplays a lasting dynasty as the Trojans, fresh from a 42-17 Rose Bowl win over Ohio State that gave McKay his 100th victory, plan to rebuild around returning players and new leaders.
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Mecom weighs Saints coaching decision amid low morale
John Mecom Jr. indicated a final choice for New Orleans Saints coach will come by Friday as J D Roberts remains in place. He said he has not offered the job yet while evaluating last season’s collapse note and prospects, with Bob Devaney named as a candidate after Nepean’s Orange Bowl success.
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