Turnover at Iowa continues as Burns signs extended coaching deal
In Iowa City the University of Iowa announces head football coach Burns will remain indefinitely under a new contract effective Jan 1. The plan, approved by the Hawk Eyes Board of Control of Athletics, keeps Burns despite a 15 16 overall record under his leadership and may reassign him to another role if he is to be replaced. The board emphasizes athletics standards for the university and Big Ten, with continued employment options for at least one year. Meanwhile the Boston Patriots face ticket refunds after missing the AFL championship game following a 24 14 loss to Buffalo.
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Dozens of college football coaches quit after season ends
The Associated Press reports a wave of resignations and firings in 1964. Indiana coach Phil Diesens quits after seven years, joining Wayne Hardin Bill Barnes and John Stiegman among top casualties. Navy UCLA and Pennsylvania also seek new leaders as others depart.
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Oilers Set Record With Multiple Head Coaches on Staff
Houston Oilers reshuffle coaching staff with Husk Taylor named field manager replacing Sammy Baugh who remains back field coach. Lou Rymkus tipped as assistant as the team creates a record of former head coaches on staff amid wide staff changes across colleges and NFL.
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Christmas Wish List From Local Sports Figures
Santa Claus is urged to bring items for coaches and athletes across area schools. The list names Ed Lenius and numerous MHS staff, with requests for better seasons, more wins, and improvements in football, wrestling, basketball, swimming, and prep programs.
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Muscatine Swimmers Split Against Champs With Four Wins
Muscatine bursts to four event victories led by Mike Bloom in 200 and 400 freestyle. Others include Bill Sweitzer in diving and Mike Reusswig in the 100 backstroke. JV also won 66 33 as Gary Belky and Bill Thomas shined.
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Knott Scores lone points as Muscatine suffers 43-2 loss
Muscatine wrestlers stumble to Bettendorf 43 to 2 with Knott delivering the only points for the Muskies in a 61 draw at 120 pounds. Ken Maag and Knott fought to a 6-6 tie, while other Muskies fell by slim margins. JV squad trails early, but Reed wins at 183 and Maylone pins to close the meet. Next at Burlington after holidays.
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Iowa Stars Snook and Noonan Top 1964 Sports Year
Iowa City junior Gary Snook and Davenport junior Karl Noonan led the Hawkeyes in a poor season, their passing duo rated the top sports story of 1964 in a state poll. Snook set Big Ten marks with 161 completions of 231 attempts for 2,062 yards. Noonan added 29 receptions for 938 yards.
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Browns Give Collier New 3-Year Pact
Cleveland Browns coach Blanton Collier, 58, signs a new three year contract, club president Art Modell announces. Salary not disclosed. Collier’s earlier three year deal followed Paul Brown’s firing in 1962.
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