Texas, Arkansas roll to SWC grid victories in style
Texas ripped Rice 42-15 and Arkansas mauled Texas Christian 46-14 in decisive SWC routs. Johnny Jones starred for Texas with 182 rushing yards and two scores while Arkansas rode a complete game with limited turnovers. Baylor edged South Carolina 18-17 as Mark Jackson boosted a late comeback. Bayl or, SMU, Houston, and A&M also posted results as the SWC standings show Houston 2-0 and Arkansas, Texas, SMU 1-0.
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Oilers and Saints clash ends in free for all scare
Houston beat New Orleans 31 26 as fans and players fought after the game. Three oilers players ejected one Saints coach Hank Stram demanded a league investigation a fan arrested and a photographer injured amid the melee.
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Stingy Mustang defense, Brooks spark 21-0 win over Levelland
Andrews Mustangs roll to a 21-0 non district victory as Booger Brooks tops 100 rushing yards and the defense holds Levelland to 75 rushing yards and 19 passing. Jesse Madrid scores twice, Ricky Chesshire adds PATs, and Joe Dan Barnes to Eldon Jones for a late third-quarter TD on a trick play.
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Bears Rally Past Redskins 33 7 in Chicago
Bob Avellini and Walter Payton powered a brisk Chicago attack while the defense controlled the Washington Redskins as the Bears clinched a 33-7 upset in a National Football League game on Sunday.
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Marathon Bears clash ends 32-13 Marathon
Marathon defeated Balmorhea 32-13 behind 14 points in the second quarter and 18 in the fourth. Lonnie Salmon threw 45 yards to Ben Ramirez for the first touchdown while returning two interceptions for scores. Balmorhea scored in the third quarter with Lucas Carrillo and Albert Matta adding TDs.
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Madlock wins batting title as Griffey sits out final game
Chicago's Bill Madlock captured the National League batting title by finishing at .339 while Cincinnati's Ken Griffey Jr. sat out the finale after a pregame meeting. Griffey chose not to play, saying he followed manager Sparky Anderson's decision, while Madlock went 4-for-4 to seal his crown.
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Prison Rodeo Opens Before 12000 Crowd in Huntsville
The 45th Texas Prison Rodeo kicked off in Huntsville drawing more than 12,000 spectators. Inmates compete in diverse events from bareback to greased pig sacking with proceeds helping inmates. Winners include Willie Craig in bareback, Johnny White in saddle bronc, Wayne Fifer as top bull rider, and Keogh?
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Boo Birds Too Much Boo Birds Too Much
Baylor coach Grant Teaff defended senior quarterback Mark Jackson after an 18-17 comeback win over South Carolina. Jackson rallied the Bears from a 17-0 deficit, overcoming early fumbles as boos echoed from the stands. Teaff called out the critics, praising Jackson's resolve and noting past teams that never quit.
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