Notre Dame Crowned National Champions After Sugar Bowl Win
Notre Dame defeats Alabama 24-23 in the Sugar Bowl to leap from third to first in the final AP rankings, securing its first national title since 1966. Ohio State, Oklahoma, and Alabama follow in the top spots as Penn State and Michigan round out the top five.
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Herschel Nissenson
Associated Press
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Old pro excited by game of the year
AP Sports Writer Eric Prewitt reports 46 year old George Blanda, the oldest NFL veteran, praising Notre Dame versus Alabama in the Sugar Bowl while lamenting pro football's passing game trend. He plots a possible return with the Raiders as he eyes his 15th season and notes Ken Stabler as a top young passer.
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Sport Shorts recap of college and pro football and Pecos legends
Disjointed notes on Dallas Cowboys failure to make big time, Bob Lilly’s aging record, Fran Tarkenton seeking playoff glory, Texas Longhorns unable to stop Nebraska, Pecos Andrews football bash critique, and a nostalgia tribute to Pecos Eagles stars from the 50s and 60s. The column ties football results to local memory and history.
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Jerry Quarry’s Irish Eyes Cry After Shavers Fight
Jerry Quarry sat in his MSG dressing room in tears after knocking out Earnie Shavers in the first round, amid a standing ovation from nearly 15,000 fans. The heavyweight contender spoke of dream recognition, his love for New York, and lingering title hopes as talks with George Foreman and past foes loom.
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Atlanta
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The Freak Shot Specialist Delights Olney High Fans
Wilfred Hetzel, 63, billed as The Freak Shot Specialist, entertained a junior high faculty game in Olney Maryland with nonstop underhand free throws and spectacular tricks. He has spent decades barnstorming school gyms, holding dozens of trick shot records, and now performs across the country from Arlington Virginia.
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Human side of Charlie O Finley in sports lore
The piece surveys Charlie O Finley’s public image and private quirks, noting controversial moves with Mike Andrews, contract disputes with Dick Williams, and humorous anecdotes. It also cites Yogi Berra on the ovation and mentions Hank Aaron’s 1957 Braves season, plus Winged Foot’s 1974 Open course length.
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