Roadrunner Ferguson shifts to security and training
Rufus The Roadrunner Ferguson, former Wisconsin and WFL star, joins a GM training program after declining NFL Seattle terms. With a wife and toddler, he seeks long term security, moving from play to district manager trainee while Portland Storm and Thunder legacy fade.
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Wisconsin burglary hearing postponed for UW athletes
The preliminary hearing for three University of Wisconsin basketball players charged with burglary was postponed to January 19 in Dane County Court. Defendants include Arnold Clyde Gaines and James Stretch Gregory, both freshmen starters for the Badger basketball team.
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Reffue Nets 255 as Monroe Couples Bowling Highlights
Bob Reffue rolled a 255 in the Early Birds League at Turner Hall Lanes, leading a weekend roundup of Monroe couples bowling. Dean Haas topped Sunday Nite Wonders with 597 series, while Ann Burkhalter led the women with 553 in the Other Half and The In-Laws posted 2097 as the top team.
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Schilt Finishes Second at Northern Iowa Open
Freshman Jon Schilt of Monroe earned runner up in the 118 pound class at the Northern Iowa Open, advancing to the finals by three wins. Teammate Jim Haines, a senior, was later named the meet Outstanding Wrestler.
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Washington and Madison in a humorous 18th century drink tale
A playful retelling contrasts George Washington and James Madison over liquor in elections and wartime morale. It notes Washington’s alleged 307 votes in 1758 with liquor spending and Madison’s refusals, while wittily recounting wartime rations and a comic portrait of Washington leading troops across the Delaware.
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Football talent drought at black southern programs sparks debate
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Voter leanings among athletes echo national politics
The passage notes that many athletes supported Gerald Ford in the latest presidential election, reflecting a broader tie between sports figures and political preferences. The remark emphasizes the perceived link between athletic culture and national politics.
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Murray Olderman Sports Q&A Column Prompt
Readers send in queries for Murray Olderman who answers in this column. The piece notes he cannot reply personally to all questions and invites future submissions to the newspaper.
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Wisconsin State University Conference MVP nominees announced
WSUC announces nine nominees for the league MVP including three quarterbacks two running backs a receiver and three defenders. The Milwaukee Journal will present the award. Defensive back Mike Will of River Falls is last year’s winner.
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Wisconsin Faces DePaul Tonight In Fieldhouse Showdown
Wisconsin meets a top 20 opponent at 7:35 in the remodeled Fieldhouse with tickets at 4 dollars for adults and 3 for students and children. DePaul lost 82-76 in an opener against UCLA.
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Best Marks Best Marks ee Men’s Series
Ken Schindler tops the ee Men’s Series with 666 points while Dennis Golackson has 663 and John Funk 661. Harlan Prechel enters with 658 as the top performers push for high scores across elite events.
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