Rhome Seeks Cowboys Win as Oilers Starter
Jerry Rhome, guiding the Houston Oilers in their regular season finale against Dallas in the Cotton Bowl, says beating Dallas would vindicate him and boost Houston. Rhome, replacing injured Charley Johnson, aims for a team win rather than personal glory, while Dallas eyes a possible division title and playoff berth.
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Maryland Coach Punched In Fight As Gamecocks Win
Maryland coach Lefty Driesell was struck by South Carolina player John Ribock while breaking up a brawl near the Terps bench. The melee halted the Columbia game with 4:52 left, as USC led 96-70. Driesell suffered facial cuts and criticized the fighting. Navy and other teams posted late night results.
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Landry Explains Cowboys Comeback After 38-0 Defeat
Cowboys coach Tom Landry credits reduced tension for a four game win streak after a 38-0 loss to St Louis. He says improved attitude and strategic plays by Landry helped Craig Morton and the offense, with a stout defense and few errors keeping them in the playoff hunt. Dallas faces Houston next, aiming to secure a Wild Card or better.
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New Board Named At Ruidoso Track
Richard Thompson then longtime general manager of Ruidoso Downs since 1968 was elected Executive Vice president and General Manager of Ruidoso Downs Inc along with eight others to form the new board. The Fortuna Corporation also announced officers W L Sonny Edwards and Elizabeth Liz Devine, with Thompson forecasting a record 1971 season and a potential million dollar All American Futurity purse.
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Even Split Of Money Set In Bout Between Frazier Ali
Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali will each receive 3 million dollars for a forthcoming bout. Yancey Durham said offers from Madison Square Garden the Houston Astrodome and TV pay-per-view are on the table. He said an agreement with Ali's camp ensures equal pay, with location and opponent to be decided once terms are agreed.
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Schedule set for NFL divisional playoffs dates and times
Commissioner Rozelle announced December 26 27 playoff matchups. Baltimore hosts an AFC central challenger while New York Dallas or St Louis faces the NFC west champ with kickoff times between noon and 4 p.m. EST. December 27 features Minnesota and Oakland matchups with broadcast by NBC and CBS.
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NBA standings and results Atlantic division lead changes
The NBA Eastern and Western Conference tables show New York atop the Atlantic with 26 wins and Boston second at 19 11. Philadel phia 17 17 Buffalo 10 23 Baltimore 18 13 Cincinnati 12 17 Atlanta 16 21 Cleveland 2 33. Western lists Milwaukee 23 5 Detroit 21 12 Chicago 18 11 Phoenix 19 15 San Francisco 20 15 San Diego 18 17 Seattle 14 20 Portland 1 24. Wednesday results include Atlanta 128 San Diego 117 and New York 108 Seattle 91.
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Books Worth Reading Sports Edition
New York readers are presented with chapters from several sports books praised for insight and humor. Notable selections include Ray Robinson on Cassius Clay, Mets 1969 era triumphs, and profiles of Vince Lombardi, Jim Brown, and basketball pioneers.
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