Relentless Colts Win Super Bowl In Final Minute
The Baltimore Colts beat the Dallas Cowboys 16 13 in Super Bowl V after a comeback sparked by Dick Curtis fifth interception and a late 32 yard field goal by rookie Jim O'Brien with five seconds left. Earl Morrall steadied the offense after Unitas injury as defense stifled Dallas and sealed the title in Miami.
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Jim O'Brien
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Lombardi’s Spirit and Will Shaped a Legend
A NEA profile traces Vince Lombardi’s rise from high school coach to Green Bay legend. It notes his minority background, perseverance, and philosophy that “the spirit, the will to win” endure beyond pure victories, as described in a documentary by Newspaper Enterprise Association.
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Red Blaik
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Pokes Fall Short in Super Bowl Blowout
Dallas battles Baltimore in a 16-13 setback as Chuck Howley earns MVP honors for the losing team. Howley intercepted passes from Johnny Unitas and Earl Morrall, but the Cowboys lose their fifth climactic game since 1966 and win only a loser’s share of 7,500.
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Jim O'Brien
Sport Magazine
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Bears and Red Raiders Face Tough SWC Tests
Baylor bears down on Texas Aggies with running offense and pressing defense as Baylor chases the SWC lead following a 77-70 win over Texas. Texas Tech reshuffles after coach Bob Bass resigns. Sam Silbert leaves eligibility. Tech to face TCU. Rice edged Arkansas 85-82, Meyers 28 for Rice. Howden 25 for Texas. Howell 23 for Baylor.
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NBA Standings and Results From Saturday and Beyond
Eastern Conference leaders include New York 32–16 and Philadelphia 30–21 with Milwaukee 38–16 atop the Midwest, while Boston 28–20 and Los Angeles 25–20 split key games. Saturday scores feature Philadelphia 115–96 over Cleveland and Milwaukee 110–90 over Chicago, among others. foreign news notes include tennis and alpine ski results from Florida and St Moritz.
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Shaw Wins Crosby Pro Am at Pebble Beach in 1971
Tom Shaw overcame Arnie Palmer’s charge to win the Bing Crosby National Pro Am at Pebble Beach with a 278 total after a final round 70. Palmer shot 280, Bob Murphy finished third with 282, and Shaw earned 27 000 dollars plus a fifth-place pro am prize. Shaw ended a year-long slump and gained entry to all 1971 tournaments.
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Things Looking Better For Marquette's Team
Marquette coach Al McGuire shows pride in a 13-0 start as No. 2 ranked Warriors beat New Mexico State 65-53. Dean Meminger leads scoring with Jim Chones debuting as a 6-11 center, fueling a rising, defense oriented squad amid a national Top Twenty landscape.
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Howe declines NHL All Star bid citing merit
Gordie Howe, longtime Detroit Red Wings star, turns down an All Star invitation saying he does not deserve it. After Detroit loss to Minnesota 2-0, Howe notes his 14 goals and 12 assists in 32 games this season.
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Wife of Browns Nelson Calls for Quit Sparks Debate
Mrs. Sue Nelson, wife of Cleveland Browns quarterback Bill Nelson, publicly urged him to quit football citing knee injuries and wear. She says she was misquoted about hate and kill and defends football as a rough sport while noting the mental strain on players. Nelson, 29, faced possible fourth knee surgery as rookie Mike Phipps competes for the starting job. The family plans remain flexible with Bill eyeing a backup role and future in entertainment.
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