Aggies defense edges Texas in 20-10 rivalry clash
Texas A M toppled Texas 20-10 as Ed Simonini and Garthen Napel led a stifling defense that halted two fourth down chances and sealed the win with late interceptions. Freshman fullback George Woodward added a fourth quarter TD, while Tony Franklin kicked a 31 yard field goal into a strong wind to clinch at least a tie for the Southwest Conference.
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UCLA Meets Indiana In Season Opener Clash
St Louis AP game pairs top ranked teams Bobby Knight and Gene Bartow in a nationally televised showdown. Bartow debuts at UCLA with high expectations while Knight seeks early momentum after a 31 game win streak. arena sellout underscores the matchup’s high interest.
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Associated Press
Prospect Hall Faces Taller Odds This Season
Prospect Hall basketball under second year coach Larry Yanes brings a seven-player varsity roster with limited height. Only two players exceed 60 inches and two started last year, Ralph Marsden and Louie Stephens, both at 15 points per game. The Vikings rely on speed and shooting but lack rebounding height and depth, facing a tough schedule with six straight home games to start and eight of the next nine on the road.
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Jim Mulford
Mike Grove
John Miller
Ray Reilly
Yanos
Vikes
Terps Open Season With Small Lineup For East Carolina
Maryland coach Lefty Driesell will start a three guard lineup against East Carolina at Cole Field House in the season opener. John Lucas Brad Davis Mo Howard 64 63 and 62 inches lead a 66 inch Steve Sheppard forward and 6 7 10 Larry Gibson at center. Gibson the only newcomer and a Baltimore native joins a Maryland squad ranked in the top five and favored to win the ACC. East Carolina, rebuilding after losing three starters, topped 19 9 last season.
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Brad Davis
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Steve Sheppard
Larry Gibson
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Bruins Edge Trojans in Rose Bowl bid thriller
UCLA and USC fought to the finish as John Sciarra connected with Don Pederson for two touchdowns and 25-22 UCLA win. Sciarra ran mostly, Pederson totaled big receptions, while Ricky Bell neared the national rushing mark in a hard fought Los Angeles showdown.
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Ed Marinaro
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Eddie Ayers
Vince Evans
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Wally Henry
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Army Navy game preview sparks upset hopes from Coach Smith
Cadets coach Smith says Army must seize chance in the 76th Army Navy clash at JFK Stadium. Navy enters as three touchdown favorite after recent wins and Army’s injury riddles ease with Scott Gillogly returning, complicating play calls. The annual rivalry draws 80,000 to 90,000 fans amid national television coverage.
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Foreman Leads NFC In Rushing And TDs Amid Strong Season
Vikings running back Chuck Foreman extends his lead in three NFC categories as he dominates through the season. He tops the NFL with 50 receptions for 444 yards and five touchdowns and has rushed 820 yards on 214 carries with 14 rushing scores. He is chasing single-season records as he nears eight 100 yard games and approaches 53 receptions.
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Colts Corrall Rebounds as Thurmont Fans Return
Area booster BILL BEAU recalls Thurmont Colt Corrall growth from 40 memberships in the past to 19 during a slump, then a revival as the Baltimore Colts surge. With a five game win streak and playoff push, interest climbs, season tickets rise from 30 to 40, and curiosity spreads about the Colts.
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Colt Corrall
Washington
Reau recalls Corrals loyalty amid Colts optimism
Reau formed the Corrals in 1966 to secure Colts season tickets and keep fans together for games. The group waned to 30 tickets by 1972, now selling them per game. He credits Ted Marchibroda and Roosevelt Leaks for the Colts improving, while criticizing GM Joe Thomas. Despite losses, he remains a lifelong fan and predicts stronger play next year.
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Colts
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Mike Barnes
Barnes
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Baltimore
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