Akins Named SWC Offensive Player of Week After Rice Win
Texas quarterback Marty Akins led a 41-9 victory over Rice while Rice focused on stopping him and Earl Campbell. Akins threw for two scores to Alfred Jackson, added late pitches to runners for TDs, and, despite 65 rushing yards, boosted Texas with precise timing and key drives. He earned AP Offensive Player of the Week honors, continuing a strong Texas career that has him among the program’s top rushers and total offense leaders.
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Aggies' Hayes named SWC Defensive Player of the Week
Lester Hayes of Texas A&M rose from a backup to SWC Defensive Player of the Week after a standout performance in the 19-10 win over Baylor. He chased plays in space, scoring a 77 yard touchdown on a kickoff return and contributing a key 80 yard TD play by Baylor from a misplayed pass earlier, as coach Melvin Robertson praised his speed and aggressiveness. Hayes has claimed the award twice this season, with teammates noted for strong efforts across the defense.
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Lopez wins Houston Baptist women’s golf by two strokes
Nancy Lopez of Tulsa won the Houston Baptist University Women’s Golf Tournament by two strokes after a final round 70. She finished 36 holes at 146, ahead of Myra Vanhouse of Kentucky and Mary Beth Morgan of Houston Baptist. Houston Baptist won the team title with 627, four clear of Tulsa.
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Fred Lynn Tops Rookie Honors in 1975 Baseball Season
New York AP reports Boston outfielder Fred Lynn, nearly unanimous A L rookie of the year, says the mental game is key to avoiding a sophomore slump. Lynn, named on 24 of 25 ballots, would have been the second rookie to win unanimously, with Jim Rice sharing one vote.
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Dallas Circus Attack Prompts New Plays Against Washington
Dallas Cowboys coach Tom Landry signals a bold, gambling style offense as Dallas plans a single wing and new twists for the Washington game. The team has used a spread, halfback passes, flanker reverses, and a dazzling kickoff return, with rookie Mitch Hoopes even attempting a self pass. The Cowboys, featuring 12 rookies nicknamed the dirty dozen, seek consistency and big plays to build toward a tight-knit unit over two years.
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Interim coach named at Western Washington State College
AP reports Dr Jack Ecklund aged 45 of Bellingham Washington was named interim basketball coach at Western Washington State College on Tuesday. The appointment formalizes Ecklund's leadership as the team seeks continuity this season.
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