Shotgun clash looms as Redskins face Cowboys
Washington coach George Allen recalls ending the 49ers shotgun era in 1961 and says the Dallas showdown adds urgency to reach the Super Bowl playoffs. He plans rookie Mike Thomas to start as Washington eyes a pivotal 4-2 stand in the NFC East.
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Sooners Hope Tough Practice As Injury Riddled Switzer Speaks
Oklahoma coach Barry Switzer says his second ranked Sooners face a tough week with 50 injuries affecting practice and prep for the Big Eight showdown with Oklahoma State. Key players Littrell Brooks Baccus Selmon Brown Birks are uncertain. Terry Webb is slowed as the team forecasts a dangerous opponent led by Burk Miller and Turner.
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Prophet Pete Football Contest Draws Prize Pot
Prophet Pete invites fans to pick winning teams and write prospective scores for a contest in The Light. Prizes include 25 for first, 10 for second, 5 for third and theater tickets. Mail entries to Prophet Pete Sports Department The Light San Antonio with Friday noon deadline.
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Trinity University Golf Tournament leads in final round at Pecan Valley
Southwest Texas State and Texas Wesleyan shared top at 295 amid tight racing as Trinity University Golf Tournament concluded at Pecan Valley. Teams including St Thomas Trinity Angelo State Houston Baptist battled for the crown while individual leader Bill Merrill of Texas Wesleyan posted 69 and Randy Mann of Southwest Texas, Bruce Tuttle of Trinity, and Gordon Hoyle of Houston Baptist shot 71s.
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Eight-way tie tops modern pentathlon at Ft Sam Houston
Epee fencing opened with an eight-way tie at the top as eight riders each scored 1.4 points. US riders Michael Huffman Greg Losey Steven Burley and Craig Tempey joined Great Britain’s Adrian Parker Jeremy Fox and Danny Nightingale and Finland’s Jussi Pelli in the lead. Norway did not place. Pistol, swimming, and cross-country events follow at Pershing Range, Blossoms Center pool, and Ft. Sam golf course through Thursday.
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Kirkland Back at Arkansas in Recovery Shuffle
Arkansas Razorbacks quarterback Mike Kirkland returned to drills after a knee injury in September. Coach Frank Broyles said more will be known after he works for a few days, signaling an open status for his season return.
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Frogs Face Baylor After McGehee Weighs Return
In Fort Worth UPI reports defensive back Dennis McGehee of Pearsall returned to practice after two weeks as Horned Frogs hope he is ready for Baylor. Linebacker Tim Black from Waco is listed doubtful for Saturday after reinjuring an ankle in the loss to Texas ARM.
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SMU Faces Texas Without Two Starters Saturday
Dallas UPI report says SMU meets Texas with 10 players and missing two starters freshman linebacker Marion Harper from Cuero is out two weeks with a shoulder dislocation and split end Kenny Harrison out with a knee injury that sidelined him last week
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Tech Coach Studies Owls Kick Game In Practice
Texas Tech coach Steve Sloan spent an hour coaching the Red Raiders on techniques to neutralize Rice kicking game after praising Rice as having one of the best kicking teams. Washington goalie Ron Low will miss two weeks with a knee injury from a Sunday night game against Chicago. Doctors in Washington evaluated Low and mentioned a possible minor ligament tear in the knee.
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Ithaca College DB Michel Bond Killed in Lansing Crash
Michel Bond, a senior and starting defensive back for undefeated Ithaca College, died Monday in a car crash near Lansing. The incident removes a key player from the team as authorities investigate the cause.
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Baylor Coach Teaff Reflects On Michigan A&M Talks
Baylor coach Grant Teaff commented at Pearl Brewery on Michigan Texas A&M talent comparisons. He said A&M has the best overall talent of teams Baylor faced, praised Texas A&M and Texas, and noted Michigan and Ohio State as top Big 10 contenders. Teaff discussed his team’s plans and shared a story about Phillip Kent, illustrating resilience after setback.
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Vikes Edge Bears In Wind Affected NFL Clash
Pardee cited strong wind as a major factor hindering passing and long drives. He praised the effort as the best 60 minutes of football this season, noting Minnesota’s 4 0 start versus Chicago’s 1 5 after a fourth straight loss.
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