The Prison of Jan Stenerud and the playoff miss
Jan Stenerud recalls the memorable Christmas Day miss that cost the Chiefs a playoff shot, the 27 24 loss to the Dolphins, and the intense personal toll it took. He discusses pressure from fans, letters of support, and his plan to rebound with hard work and focus for next season.
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Ski events may be dropped at Sapporo Olympics
Japanese organizers of the 11th Winter Games said preparations continue despite reports that Alpine and Nordic skiing could be cut if amateurism disputes keep top skiers from competing. IOC president Avery Brundage reportedly proposed dropping events to resolve the issue.
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Anderson Hopes to Control His Temper in Sedalia Match
Mexico Bulldogs center Kim Anderson has a temper that has cost him in past meetings with Smith-Cotton Tigers. Coach Lynn Cundiff notes his talent and aims to curb the temper as Mexico, 4-7, seeks a conference win in Sedalia tonight at 8.
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Steve Herzberg
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Parents Night at R-6 Scouts Corner Features Trojans Night
Community R-6 hosts Parents Night recognizing athletic support between girls and boys varsity games against Higbee. The Trojans aim to improve on a 7-6 season as 64 center Brent Pasley is out with a severe sprained ankle, replaced by Dennis Hopke.
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Higbee
Brent Pasley
Pasley
Dennis Hopke
Alan Page named NFL MVP defying defensive norms
Alan Page of the Minnesota Vikings became the first defensive player to win the NFL Most Valuable Player honor, earning 16 of 60 votes from AP panel. Staubach and Otis Taylor received 10 votes each, with Griese nine and Kilmer four. Page credited for 109 solo tackles, 10 sacks, two safeties, a blocked punt, and 42 hurrys, redefining defensive metrics.
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Wrestlers Fall To Fulton 28-21 in Varsity Meet
Fulton Hornets defeated Mexico Bulldogs 28 to 21 despite both sides each producing six winners. Pins by Tom Cook, David White, and Delbert Hampton boosted Fulton, while Mexico took limited edges on decisions by Boyd Ardall Terpstra and Given. Mexico JV won 36-30 on pins.
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Smallwood
Brian Admire
Lovell
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Vic Ferrugia
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Barlow
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Unselfish Wildcats Humble Paris in 62 50 Win
Montgomery County High School Wildcats beat Paris 62 50 to reach the Paris Invitational finals. Tony and Gerry Marteen led with 23 and 13 points while Sterling Green and John Cunningham added 10 each. Jack Albright topped Paris with 16, and Brunswick edged Madison 71 69. Salisbury beat Harrisburg 71 57 in consolation.
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NCAA May Separate Universities by Size
HOLLYWOOD Fla AP The NCAA considers dividing schools by size to resolve rising intercollegiate costs. Eddie Crowder predicts clear division as proposals on separate divisions and need based scholarships spark debate among coaches. A special convention may be called if voters back the plan.
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Earle Edwards
North Carolina State
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MacMurray College
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Freshmen Trip Hornets Twice
Mexico Bullpups roll to a 45-23 win over Fulton freshmen as a team game finally clicks. Mike Long leads with 18 points after a slow start, with Andy Piper and Russ Williams adding nine and seven. Mexico also wins the B game 29-26 with Benny Pottebawn and Clyde Oligschlaeger scoring eight each.
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Bob Ligon
Mexico
Mike Long
Long
Andy Piper
Russ Williams
Benny Pottebawn
Clyde Oligschlaeger
Blues Coach Arbour Arrested in Flyers Arena Brawl
Philadelphia AP report details a melee after a game at the Spectrum in which Blues coach Al Arbour Phil Roberto John Arbour and Floyd Thompson were charged with assault and battery on a police officer disorderly conduct and conspiracy. The fracas halted play for 30 minutes and left four fans injured.
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Floyd Thompson
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Scoreboard highlights from Thursday and Friday college basketball
Thursday results feature Gast Wagner 94 Moravian 82 and Morehead State 103 Marshall 98 with many other matchups across conferences. Friday also lists planned games including Houston vs Colorado and Texas Tech vs Arkansas State among others, plus ABA and NBA style scores and city pairings.
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Gun Wounds Will Not Halt Odom's Career
Macon Georgia AP report on Oakland Athletics pitcher Johnny Blue Moon Odom who was shot in the neck and side while confronting a would be burglar. Doctors said his pitching career likely unaffected. Odom, 26, from Macon, recalled fearing he would not pitch again after the first shot. Police launched an intensive search for the attacker. Odom signed by the A's in 1964 for 75000 bonus, pitched a no hitter in 1970 and was 10 12 for the A's last season.
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Cardinals Sign Clendenon to 1972 Contract
St. Louis Cardinals announce the signing of Donn Clendenon a 10 season NL veteran to a 1972 deal. Clendenon was released by the Mets after batting .247 with 11 homers and 37 RBI in 1971.
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