Theismann Looks Forward To Busy Redskins Season
Joe Theismann, after 11 NFL seasons, embraces the coming Redskins campaign with rookie zeal under coach Joe Gibbs. He cites changes to a pass-happy offense, past injuries, and last year’s mixed results as motivation for Washington to improve from 8-10.
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Mother and daughter bowlers win state berth for national tourney
Susan and Jo Melin of Terrace Lanes earned a spot in the 1981 National Family Tournament to be held at Fair Lanes in Springfield Virginia September 5 to 7. They won the Major Division title at the Youth Adult Tournament at Terrace Lanes, advancing from the state finals at Twinbrook Lanes in Rockville June 6 and 7 by 65 pins. The Melins join the ranks of BPAA Family Tournament qualifiers, following 1979 competitors Richard and Alan Cover. Susan, a 197? graduate of Thomas Johnson High School, is becoming a WIBC member and will bowl in the adult league with her mother.
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Show Bet Scheme Confuses Pimlico Bettors
A man placed 15000 dollars in show bets on longshots at Pimlico, distorting odds for favorites to show. The scheme, executed across multiple races and venues in Baltimore and Las Vegas, yielded mixed payouts but prompted bookmakers to cut off the bettors and warn rivals.
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Foyt to race in Norton Michigan 500 despite CART USAC rift
A.J. Foyt, 46, the four time Indy 500 winner and all time Indy car win leader, says he races at Michigan because he wants to and not for money. He notes mixed feelings about CART USAC dispute and his neutral licenses, and plans on racing while evaluating future Indy car appearances.
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