Five man backfield anchors AP All America squad
New York AP selects 1976 All America football team with a unique five man backfield led by freshman sensation Tony Dorsett of Pitt. Running backs Ricky Bell USC Rob Lytle Michigan and Terry Miller Oklahoma State join Dorsett, while Kramer Rice headlines a strong offensive unit and Bell Lytle Miller are noted for their record seasons.
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NEW York
Tony Dorsett
Pitt
Associated Press
Dorsett
Tommy Kramer
Rice
Ricky Bell
Southern California
Rob Lytle
Michigan
Terry Miller
Oklahoma State
Bell
Lytle
Miller
John Robinson
MMA Matmen Fall Hard in Opener at Fulton
Missouri Military Academy wrestling opened 2024 season with a 47 5 loss to the Fulton Hornets in Fulton. The Colonels claimed only one win and a draw, led by Vince Lindwedel 4 0 over Dennis Crain at 145 pounds and a 3 3 tie by Eric Carter at heavyweight. Fulton domination included seven decisions three shutouts and three pins. MMA set to host Wentworth Military Academy next Friday.
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Missouri Military Academy
Fulton Hornets
Colonels
Vince Lindwedel
Dennis Crain
Eric Carter
Jim Pardue
Fulton
MMA
Wentworth Military Academy
Heisman May Be Next For Big 8's Top Back
Terry Miller, OSU star, earned Big Eight Offensive Player of the Year and placed fourth in Heisman voting. Miller rushed for 1,541 yards and 19 touchdowns, helping Oklahoma State share the conference title and reach the Tangerine Bowl. Nebraska lineman Pillen and OSU’s Corker also earned top conference honors, with Lott named offensive newcomer.
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Schembechler
Michigan State
Indiana
Northwestern
Ohio State
Kramer
Rice
Houston
Kansas City
Terry Miller
Tony Dorsett
Pittsburgh
Miller
Associated Press
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater
Clete Pillen
Nebraska
Huskers
Oklahoma State
Phillip Dokes
John Corker
Thomas Lott
Oklahoma
Barry Switzer
Mike Fultz
Colorado
Don Cooper
OSU
Pillen
Lott
Wendell Henrikson
Kansas State
Dexter Green
Iowa State
Jeff Knapple
Dean Blevins
Texas
Sooners
Switzer
Corker
Miami
Fla
Minoia
Kentucky
Kansas
Six Sharp
Reggie Kinlaw
Mark Haynes
Cyclones
Bruce
Bill Mallory
Jim Stanley
Cowboys
Bruce earns Big Eight Coach of the Year honor
Iowa State's Earle Bruce turned a doubt filled season into an 8-3 finish and Big Eight Coach of the Year after instilling confidence in the Cyclones. Led by Wayne Stanley and Buddy Hardeman, ISU upset Nebraska and beat all but Colorado Oklahoma and Oklahoma State, with Bruce praising the team effort and his Hawaiian lesson in belief.
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Armstrong
Gary Green
Baylor
Dennis
Thurman
Southern Cal
Pitt
Michigan
Miller
Browner
Robinson
Dorsett
Bell
Washington State
Kansas
Colorado
Oklahoma
Missouri
Nebraska
Kansas State
Iowa State
Ames
Iowa
Pop Warner
Teddy Roosevelt
San Juan Hill
Warner
Doughboys
Earle Bruce
Hawaii
Cyclones
Associated Press
Bruce
Ohio
Woody Hayes
Ohio State
Florida
Tampa
Spartans
Wayne Stanley
Buddy Hardeman
ISU
Oklahoma State
Big Eight
Kings Face Late Collapse in 98 91 Overtime Loss to Cavs
Kansas City Kings led early but failed to score in the final minutes of regulation, then were outscored by the Cleveland Cavaliers 15 0 in overtime. Sam Lacey two free throws gave KC a three point edge with eight seconds left, but Jim Cleamons answered for Cleveland. The Cavs pulled away in overtime as KC missed seven straight minutes.
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Kansas City
Phil Johnson
Johnson
Kansas City Kings
Cleveland Cavaliers
National Basketball Association
Kings
Cleveland
Sam Lacey
Jim Cleamons
Cavs
Cleamons
Jim Brewer
Sturgeon Girls Defeat Cairo 36 31 In Close Contested Game
Sturgeon girls pulled away in the third quarter to beat Cairo 36 to 31 as Julie Spene led with 16 points and Elaine Austen added nine for the visitors. In the boys game Cairo toppled Sturgeon 56 to 44 despite a late push from Sturgeon with Mark Sanders on 17 points and Marty Bowne totaling 15 for Cairo. The Bulldogs head to Jamestown and Madison for Friday’s games.
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Sturgeon
Sturgeon Bulldogs
Bulldog Girls
Cairo
Julie Spene
Elaine Austen
Sturgeon Boys
Mark Sanders
Marty Bowne
Kim Haverstick
Jeff Haux
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