Basketball at a Glance
Eastern and Central divisions lead with Wash, Phila, SAnt, Hous, Atl, Cle, Detr, NOr, KC, Den, Chic, Milw. Thursday results include New York 109 over Washington 99 and Cleveland 116 over San Diego 114. Friday schedules feature Kansas City at New Jersey and Philadelphia at Atlanta among others.
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Thursday NFL and NHL and college coaching moves
The day’s sports brief notes Colts sign Ken Helms Carson Long and Nate Jackson while Chiefs add Earnest Salley and Jerry Blanton. North Stars recall Don Jackson from Oklahoma City. Pistons waive Dennis Boyd and activate John Shumate. Fairleigh Dickinson announces Walt Marusyn resignation effective June 1 1979. Wichita State names Willie Jeffries head football coach.
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Cowboys Open Title Defense in Divisional Playoff Bid
AP Sports Writer Bruce Lowitt reports the Dallas Cowboys begin their bid to become the NFL’s first three time Super Bowl winner. They face the Atlanta Falcons, NFC wild card entrants, with observers noting a tough test as Dallas seeks a steady playoff run.
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McClendon Leads Georgia in Bluebonnet Bowl Bid
Georgia star Willie McClendon, a senior running back, powered the 9 1 1 Bulldogs to a berth in the 20th Bluebonnet Bowl against Stanford. He set a Georgia single season rushing mark with 1312 yards, while coach Vince Dooley praised his attitude and versatility. Stanford, led by passer Steve Dils, faces a tough defensive challenge as Georgia emphasizes balanced offense beyond one back.
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Holmes Seeks Undisputed Heavyweight Crown
World champion Larry Holmes aims to hold the undisputed heavyweight title. He would prefer Muhammad Ali’s retirement to defeat for the crown, rather than reclaiming it by beating Ali in the ring.
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Remembered as winner Tech star Michael Morris dies
LUBBOCK Texas AP Texas Tech split end Michael Morris lost his struggle for life Wednesday after cardiac arrest during thyroid surgery. He later lapsed into a coma and died December 11. Coach Rex Dockery praised his work ethic and grades, noting he earned a scholarship through his performance this season. Teammates recalled his drive to prove himself with every play and his close bond with his mother. Funeral arrangements are pending in Dallas.
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Ashe and Rosewall win first round at Australian Open
Arthur Ashe defeated Bruce Kleeg 6 3 6 3 7 6 while Ken Rosewall beat Chris Stansbury 6 2 6 4 6 3 in the Australian Open. Ross Case edged Yannick Noah 4-6 4-6 6-3 6-3 6-1 and Tony Roche defeated Ion Tiriac 6-3 6-0 6-3. Clerc forfeited to John Marks with a knee injury.
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