Rams face deal to bring back Allen under new security terms
George Allen seeks return as Rams coach but demands a new contract with added security. Dan Reeves fired him on Christmas, triggering fan anger and a potential owner bid for rehire. Allen’s wife says the decision hinges on family needs and fair terms, not money.
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Suns fall to Bucks as skid widens in Chicago meeting
The Phoenix Suns beat the Chicago Bulls 112-103 in their first meeting but lost 100-96 in a rematch. Len Chappell scored 33 for Milwaukee in a 121-104 win, ending a six-game slide. Dick Snyder led Phoenix with 22, Van Arsdale 21, Goodrich 18.
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Cowboys and Vikings Prep for Postseason Bowl Showdown
Dallas coach Tom Landry and Minnesota counterpart Bud Grant express confidence as the Cowboys seek a dominant playoff bowl win in Miami. Dallas holds a 4-0 series edge, leads NFL in rushing and passing, and aims to finish strong despite a disappointing late season. Perkins and Brown voice readiness and pride before the high-stakes clash.
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NCAA Convention Faces Two Platoon Football Clash
At the 63rd annual NCAA convention in Los Angeles the debate centers on whether two platoon football should be allowed as the Football Rules Committee would decide. Discussions target rising costs and possible rules changes with executives Waldorf and Nelson attending as guests. Marcus Plant, NCAA president, predicts harmony amid moves toward resolving disputes with the Amateur Athletic Union and proposed legislation to curb scheduling with professional teams. Walter Byers outlines amendments including ten extra fall practice days and a preseason game to offset costs. The convention will also ratify a bylaw interpretation disciplining student athletes for campus revolts and allowing termination of aid for violating conduct.
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Hawks extend win streak in NBA action led by Bridges
Atlanta Hawks soared to a 128-106 victory over the Detroit Pistons for their 12th straight win as Bill Bridges led with 24 points. The Lakers fell to Philadelphia 130-101, tightening the Western lead. Baltimore beat Cincinnati 130-125 behind Earl Monroe's 35 points, while San Francisco edged Boston 104-102 with Nate Thurmond scoring 23.
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Pressure on Alcindor eases as UCLA star eyes future
Lew Alcindor says he wants to hide from pressure after leading UCLA to consecutive titles. The 7-foot-11 senior from New York notes he feels lighter this season and can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Coach John Wooden says the burden on his top player has been huge, but Alcindor has matured and may enter an NBA or ABA bidding war after graduation. He avoids firm future plans, expressing a wish to play in New York but declining to rush decisions.
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Textile 91 Dominates St. Michael's as NYAC Boosts Scores
A cross‑section of college and club teams posted varied results in a dense set of score lines. Notable figures include St. Michael's 53 over Textile 91 and NYAC 89 over Rhode Island 81, with several matchups featuring Princeton, Maryland, and Buffalo posting decisive margins amid a busy invitational.
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Pro Scores Mix Highlights NBA and NHL Results
The NBA slate features Atlanta beating Detroit 128 to 106 and Philadelphia topping Oakland 130 to 104. Cincinnati scored 125 in a Milwaukee 121 win while Boston beat San Francisco 104 to 102. NHL action shows St Louis 3 San Oakland 1 and Denver 2 San Diego 5 in mixed results. ABA scores include Indiana 126 over New Orleans 112.
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Roadrunners Shut Out 5-0 by San Diego Gulls
The Phoenix Roadrunners were blanked 5-0 by the San Diego Gulls on Friday night in a Western Hockey League contest. Fred Hills opened the scoring with his 26th of the season and 300th of his career, Willie O Ree added two, Len Ronson and Bruce Carmichael also scored, while Bob Champoux stopped 38 Phoenix shots.
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Veteran Mainsheet Heads Arizona Downs Feature
At Turf Paradise the one mile feature at Arizona Downs saw eight year old gelding Mainsheet, ridden by Jeff Anderson, challenge a field of veterans including Count, Hoist, Moroni Joe, Unescorted and Hy Bomber. Mainsheet carried career earnings of 98 883 entering the race and eyed the $100 000 mark with a $2 000 purse on the line. Aunt Moon, a 23 to 1 shot, won Friday’s second race, with Has Eater at 53 to 1 finishing second for a $1 555 20 pay out to three winners, beating the previous second largest of 1 452 60 set last month.
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Kush offered U of Pitt post
Arizona State University football coach Frank Kush is reportedly cont acted about the Pittsburgh coaching job. Casimir Myslinski, Pitt athletic director, visited Kush en route to the NCAA meeting in Los Angeles. Kush could decide within three days if offered the position.
Hayes sparks rookie rocket rise to NBA All-Star contention
New York UPI reports Elvin Hayes, 23, 6'5\" rook center for the San Diego Rockets, has burst onto the scene. He leads the league in scoring, averages over 30 points per game, and threatens to top the league in total points, challenging Wilt Chamberlain and drawing praise for his humility and smart play from opponents and peers.
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