Chiefs fire Stram to revitalize organization
Kansas City owner Jamar Hunt announced Hank Stram was fired after 15 seasons, with Stram not at the news conference. Steadman will lead coach search. Stram would keep contract payments as due. Hunt cited a need for a younger, fresh approach amid a 5-9 season and a history of Stram’s offense.
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UCLA Maryland Showdown Looms In Maryland Invitational Final
UCLA and Maryland, both 7-0, prepare for the title game as Marques Johnson and John Lucas return from illnesses to boost their teams. Johnson boosted UCLA past St Bonaventure 78-62. Lucas scored 18 with five assists in Maryland’s 105-67 win over Georgia Tech.
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Trojans Rival Strong Shooting and Rebounding Lead A-6
Community A-6 Trojans post a 52 percent field goal mark and a rebounding edge of 45.6 to 29.5 per game. Senior center Kelly Young averages 22.5 points and 16.1 rebounds, Ronnie Harris 66 percent from the floor, Mark Robison 80 percent at the line, with three players in double figures. Third-quarter turnovers stall the attack as they stand 7-5 and resume Jan. 10 at home vs South Callaway.
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Four Teams Vie for New Orleans Trip in Playoff Shuffle
Four NFL clubs head toward the second week of January hoping for a trip to New Orleans and Creole cuisine. The Rams and Steelers appear best positioned while the Raiders and Vikings face daunting paths, with recent playoff histories shaping expectations. Fred Dryer cautions on stopping Fran Tarkenton as Los Angeles seeks a home field edge and a chance to avoid TV dinners in a long, cold off season. Horse racing note closes: Leopardstown Irish Sweepstakes Hurdle winner pays $116,500 to each winning ticket holder.
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Evans shines as Kansas State routs Missouri in Big Eight game
Freshman guard Mike Evans scored 26 points on 12-for-12 shooting as Kansas State defeated Missouri 84-67 in the Big Eight tournament opener. Evans locked down Missouri's Willie Smith on defense while K State pulled away late in the first half and coasted to the win, earning a semifinal spot against Iowa State.
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Hunter Taking His Time Eight Bidders In Running
AHOSKIE North Carolina AP Catfish Hunter relaxes with family amid negotiations as eight teams remain in pursuit including former club Oakland A's. Attorney Joseph Flythe cites scattered interest with six teams making appeals and lists clubs still in consideration while noting Hunter will not play for California under current owner.
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Ice Bills Reach Holiday Hockey Finals at St Louis
Forward Gary Murphy scored twice and defenseman Kevin O'Rear added three assists as the Billikens of Saint Louis University beat Ohio State 63 in the opening round of the Fire Men's Holiday hockey tournament. They advance to meet Boston University, ranked sixth, in the Sunday final after BU defeated Minnesota Duluth 7 6 in overtime. Minnesota Duluth and Ohio State face off in the consolation game Sunday night.
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