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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1986

Page

14

Hayden Fry Faces USC Interest Rumors After Holiday Bowl

Iowa coach Hayden Fry did not confirm interest in the USC coaching post amid reports from the Los Angeles Herald Examiner. Fry stated he does not know USC officials and would not say if he plans to return to Iowa, while acknowledging he spoke with reporters about the USC link but offered no clear denial or commitment.

Hayden Fry USC Post San Diego Iowa Southern California Los Angeles USC Mike McGee Fry Los Angeles Herald Examiner McGee Ted Toliner Herald Examiner University of Texas Cal The

Razorback nose guard Cherico serves as media magnet before Orange Bowl

Arkansas junior nose guard Tony Cherico draws attention for his small size and quickness as he prepares to face Oklahoma in the Orange Bowl. He earned a consensus All SWC honor twice and AP second team All American while juggling humorous off field tales of two girlfriends and a pet snake Agnes.

Miami Tony Cherico Lesli University of Texas Purdue Fred Akers Agnes Cherico Land of the Giants Arkansas Oklahoma Jim McMahon Southwest Athletic Conference Associated Press

Baylor secondary stars lift Bears to No 3 defense in nation

Houston AP reports Baylor cornerback Kon Francis and free safety Thomas Everett form a dynamic duo that powers Baylor to a top three national ranking in total defense as they prepare to face Colorado in the Bluebonnet Bowl. Francis shines with quick reads and moves while Everett delivers physical play and hard hits. Teaff notes Everett's middle linebacker instincts and Francis's ballet like precision.

Houston Baylor Kon Francis Thomas Everett Bears Colorado Francis Everett Rick Johnson Ron

Buckeye LB empathizes with Bosworth in Bowl drama

Ohio State linebacker Chris Spielman contrasts with Brian Bosworth yet empathizes with the Oklahoma star after Bosworth was banned from the Orange Bowl for steroid use. Spielman says bowls are exciting but supports penalties for steroid use, notes Lombardi and Butkus contexts, and recalls his own low profile and Texas trip for awards.

Dallas Ohio State Chris Spielman Brian Bosworth Oklahoma Bosworth Spielman Alabama Cornelius Bennett

Jets topple Chiefs as defense dominates and turnovers cost KC

Bud Carson praised Jets players while John Mackovic faced a rare poor showing from Kansas City's offense. Todd Blackledge led a conservative attack with 80 passing yards and 33 rushing, while Jets defense and timely miscues by the Chiefs produced a 28-6 lead after Jonathan Hayes mispass was returned for a score. Billy Griggs and McNeill fueled the Jets with scoring plays as Mark Gastineau returned to form.

Bud Carson Chiefs John Mackovic Jets Carson Mackovic Todd Blackledge Bill Kenney Kansas City Cincinnati Blackledge NFL Kenney Jeff Smith Jonathan Hayes Kevin McArthur McArthur Ryan

Sullivan finalists announced for 1986 AAU Sullivan Award

INDIANAPOLIS AP Sullivan finalists announced include Heisman winner Vinny Testaverde and Navy star David Robinson among 10 finalists for the 57th Sullivan Award. The Feb 23 banquet will reveal the top amateur athlete chosen by a 2,000-strong panel.

Indianapolis Vinny Testaverde Miami Navy David Robinson Amateur Athletic Union Sullivan Joan Benoit Samuelson Testaverde University of Miami Hurricanes Penn State Robinson U.S Cheryl Miller Southern Cal Kristie Phillips Debi Thomas Bruce Baumgartner Matt Biondi Betsy Mitchell Jackie Joyner- Kersee Karch Kiraly

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