Bo Schembechler to coach Michigan Wolverines
The University of Michigan selected 39 year old Bo Schembechler of Miami Ohio as its new football coach to succeed Bump Elliott. Elliott will become associate athletic director after ten years at Michigan. Announcement planned at a news conference with Canham confirming the move.
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Rams fire George Allen after 29 wins in three seasons
Los Angeles Rams president Dan Reeves fired head coach George Allen citing a personality clash. Allen, 46, had led the Rams to 8-6, 11-1-2 and 10-3-1 records in three seasons, but was dismissed amid team dissension and rumors of a possible change in leadership.
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Ohio U, Richmond duel in Tangerine Bowl clash
Unde feated Ohio University and Southern Conference champions Richmond meet in the Tangerine Bowl in Orlando. Ohio, led by Cleve Bryant, aims for 11th win after a MAC title, while Richmond, guided by Buster O’Brien, seeks upset as Bryant's 2258 offensive yards anchor the Buckeyes. Kickoff 8:30 p.m. EST.
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Raiders Ready for Cold Championship at Shea Stadium
Oakland Raiders head to New York for the AFL title game against the New York Jets after a warm prelude in Oakland. Coach John Rauch notes the forecast may be challenging but aims to focus on preparation rather than weather and expects sun at game time.
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Bowl TV Blitz Opens With 11 Games In Six Days
College football fans brace for a televised blitz as 11 bowls unfold in six days starting with Ohio University facing Richmond in the Tangerine Bowl. Missouri and Alabama meet in the Gator Bowl amid strong defensive showings, while Sun Bowl stars Auburn and Arizona also headline. Wake Forest quarterback Freddie Summers is out for the East-West Shrine Game due to a fractured foot.
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Dennis Brown
Michigan
Ed Podolak
Iowa
Execution Says Shula Ahead of Championship Game
Baltimore Colts coach Don Shula stressed proper execution over gimmicks for the NFL title clash with the Cleveland Browns. He noted the teams reached the final on solid play and that no wholesale changes are planned, despite past Cleveland win in Baltimore.
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U S Alpine Ski Team Heads to Zurich for World Cup
Nineteen members of the U S Alpine ski team flew from New York to Zurich on Thursday to compete in the World Cup events. The squad aims for strong finishes as the season continues.
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Hopmans Gamble Fails U S Wins Davis Cup Clincher
United States clinched the Davis Cup with a 3 0 lead as Stan Smith and Bob Lutz crushed Australia’s Ray Ruffels and John Alexander in the decisive doubles 6 4 6 4 6 2 in Adelaide. The pacing Americans built momentum with Graebner and Ashe winning earlier and Hopman betting on teenager Alexander in doubles.
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