Hayes signals likely stay as OSU coach through 1983
Woody Hayes gave no Rose Bowl remarks at a Columbus dinner but indicated he would remain Ohio State's coach until reaching the 70 retirement age in 1983. Captains Ken Kuhn, Tim Fox, Ken Griffin and Brian Baschnagel spoke of team unity and a share of the Big Ten title as Hayes kept a restrained tone after a 23-10 loss to UCLA.
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Ken Kuhn
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ABA mulls its path as merger talk fades
The ABA conducts a Board of Trustees session on the eve of the All-Star game to chart a future amid bankrupt foundations and three folded franchises. With seven teams left and Virginia facing trouble, leaders promise frank talks on whether to pursue a six to eight team league, a merger with the NBA, or dissolution. The All-Star game at McNichols Arena could set attendance records as Denver hosts a Denver Nuggets versus all-star six-team lineup.
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James Silas
San Antonio
Brian Taylor
Marvin Barnes
St. Louis
Larry Kenon
Maurice Lucas
Billy Paultz
Ron Boone
George Gervin
Don Buse
Michigan State football placed on three year NCAA probation
The NCAA sanctions MSU football for three years prohibiting postseason play after 1976 1977 and 1978 seasons and televising games during that period. Scholarships are limited to 20 in 1976 77 and five fewer than normal in the following two years.
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Maryland seeks rematch after overtime loss to North Carolina
Lefty Driesell voiced eagerness for a rematch as Maryland fell 95-93 in overtime to North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The Tar Heels used a second half surge to force OT, with Phil Ford and Walter Davis key in late redirects. Maryland's John Lucas stole a final chance but could not convert before the buzzer. North Carolina moved to 5-1 ACC, 13-2 overall. Maryland stood 1-3 ACC, 13-3 overall.
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John XXII Reclaims Lead in Dayton League Clash
John XXIII of Middletown moved back into first place in the Dayton Class AAAA standings by defeating Dayton Saint Anthony 46-38 at Chaminade-Julienne High.
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Parrish demands trade from Bengals amid Pro Bowl snub
Lamar Parrish, star returner for the Cincinnati Bengals, announces his desire to be traded to Tampa Bay. He criticizes ex head coach Paul Brown for distant, strict management and says promotion of Bill Johnson as successor changes nothing about his decision to leave. Parrish repeats his demand during Pro Bowl week in New Orleans.
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Redskins eye MAC showdown in Columbus
Miami snapped one MAC co leader and now faces undefeated Western Michigan with sole conference lead on the line. Western Michigan extended its unbeaten run to 14 with a 62 56 win at Ball State.
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Pro Bowlers in jolly mood in New Orleans
In New Orleans 80 NFL stars approach the Pro Bowl in a lighthearted mood with players saying the game is for fun though pride remains. Shenanigans aside, talk of a boycott ended with no strike vote as ticket sales suffer and coaches Par down playbooks for the 8 30 p m kickoff on Channel 12.
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Henry Simoneaux
Chuck Knox
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AFC
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Terry Metcalf
Chuck Foreman
NFC
Probation Could Cost Big Ten TV Revenue
The NCAA placed Michigan State on three year football probation banning TV games until 1979 and bowl appearances through 79. The action could deprive the Big Ten of millions in TV receipts and bowl payouts, with MSU facing loss of regional and national exposure and compensation shared among member schools. Commissioner Wayne Duke said the Big Ten aims to finish its own inquiry quickly.
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Charles Butler
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