Western Reserve Clobbers Black River 58-35 in Firelands clash
Western Reserve Riders moved to 8-1 in league play and 10-2 overall with a 58-35 win over Black River, narrowing the gap behind South Central. Tim Parcher led with 17 points, Eric Robson and nine others contributed, while Western hit 24 of 31 free throws and limited turnovers to 12 as they prepare to face Monroeville Friday.
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Rohr Retires As Ohio U Athletic Director
Bill Rohr aged 59 announced his resignation as athletic director of Ohio University after 15 years, effective June 30. He cited two years of soul searching and prayer and said future plans are uncertain, health permitting.
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Athens, Ohio
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Bill Rohr
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126 Are Free Agents in NFL Free-Agency List
New York. 126 players were announced as NFL free agents, led by defensive linemen John Dutton of the Baltimore Colts and Wally Chambers of the Chicago Bears. The list also includes Terry Metcalf, Ed White, Jack Tatum, Dan Pastorini, and John Mendenhall. All clubs except Tampa Bay have at least one player on the list, with free negotiations to begin Feb 1 per the new bargaining agreement.
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UPI
John Dutton
Baltimore Colts
Wally Chambers
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Terry Metcalf
St. Louis
Ed White
Minnesota
Jack Tatum
Oakland
Dan Pastorini
Houston
John Mendenhall
New York Giants
Tampa Bay
Smith in Mistrial in $2.5 Million NFL Suit
Former All-Pro Bubba Smith seeks a new trial against the NFL and two game officials after a jury failed to reach a verdict in the initial trial that began January 23. He described the mistrial as akin to sudden death overtime and said the next hearing is not expected before spring.
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Bubba Smith
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Smith
Allen Takes Over Rams Coach Seeks Exciting Offense
Los Angeles Rams hire George Allen as head coach promising an exciting offense and teaching focus while avoiding front office duties. Owner Darrell Rosenbloom backs the plan, says Allen will not be general manager, and says no draft-choice giveaways. Contract details await finalization after a Wednesday news conference.
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UPI
George Allen
Los Angeles Rams
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Darrell Rosenbloom
Rosenbloom
Washington Redskins
Redskins
Edison Grapplers Edge Huron in Tight Dual Meet
Edison defeats Huron 30 to 29 in a close wrestling dual as several key matches swing momentum. Pat Harlow pinned at 155, Jeff Kinnard led late at 165 before reversal by Kinning, and Rusty Hayes tied 2-2 in heavyweight to secure the win with Saturday’s Firelands Conference tournament upcoming.
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Steve Hayes
Scott Cambra
Wilson Plue
Dave Chambers
Mark Woods
Calvin Rhode
Tom Colapruglio
Mark Colart
Scott Hiemstra
Rich Hare
Jerry Boos
Mike Schaeffer
Jayson Perdue
Bernie Brogan
Corky Fields
John Smith
Pat Harlow
John Cruse
John Kinning
Jeff Kinnard
Steve DuBoise
Don Kellar
Pat Perry
Joe Delisanti
Girls' Cage Ratings From Ohio Coaches Board
Ohio high school girls basketball ratings released by the United Press International show top teams with first place votes and win loss records in parentheses. Class AAA leads with Springfield North at 1 and 90 points, followed by Middletown and Kettering Fairmont West, with several tied entries and other schools like Bay Village and Mentor receiving notable point totals. Class AA is led by Delphos St. Johns, with Columbus Hartley close behind, reflecting a competitive statewide standings set.
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UPI
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Kettering Fairmont West
Eastlake North
Sylvania Northview
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Bay Village
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Gahanna Lincoln
Cleve Lincoln West
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Islanders Win Minus Goalie in 4-2 Victory Over Rangers
New York Islander goalie Glenn Resch was ejected in the third period after joining a fight, replaced by Billy Smith who allowed two goals. Wayne Merrick scored twice as the Islanders held a three-goal lead and beat the Rangers 4-2 to stay atop the Patrick Division. Other NHL results included Pittsburgh, Montreal idle, and several WHA scores.
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