Vikings bid for new NFL winning streak
The Associated Press reports Minnesota aims to extend its winning run to 12 games as the Vikings face San Francisco and Atlanta while Los Angeles Rams seek to start another streak. Dallas and Cleveland already clinched division titles for the upcoming playoffs on December 27 28.
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Jets rest regulars as AFL playoffs near
Several AFL teams fight for final playoff spots in finales across the league. The Jets plan limited duty at the Orange Bowl with Namath likely to appear briefly before a big crowd. Miami Miami and Buffalo chase Eastern standings while Denver Cincinnati aim to avoid the cellar as Seattle...
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Marion Feds edge Oilers in 105 92 win
Marion Federal Penitentiary squad defeated the Oilers 105 to 92 after a tight first half. The Feds pulled away 32 to 22 in the third period while the Oilers stayed within six late before the final tally. Patterson Goss and Baker led the Oilers with 33, 21 and the Feds got 27 from Rolls and 25 from Delanie.
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Carbondale and Du Quoin clash in weekend hoops action
Carbondale, Du Quoin and nearby teams battled in a packed slate. Highlights include Du Quoin leading 30 26 at halftime and St. Marys edging St. Brunos in a 33 22 preliminary.
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Bernard and Boydston High Jump Honor at SIU
SIU freshman Mike Bernard from San Diego remains close to becoming the school’s first seven foot jumper after receiving a silver trophy at halftime for leaping six feet four and a quarter inches to win last summer’s Junior Olympic meet. Don Boydston, former Oklahoma State jumper and SIU athletic director, presented the award and spoke of Bernard’s potential.
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SIU runners to compete in Sugar Bowl Mack Meet
Southern Illinois University athletes Ivory Crockett AAU sprint champion and Milo Al Robinson will compete in the Sugar Bowl Mack Meet in New Orleans December 30. Coach Lew Hartzog said Salukis invited to send a mile relay team. Entry is by invitation only in the eight event meet. Crockett upset John Carlos in the 100 yard dash at last summer’s AAU meet. Robinson had a strong cross country season before an injury at the NCAA finals last month.
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Indiana swimmers set four pool records in 62 42 win
Indiana University's powerful swimming team broke four pool marks and qualified three individuals and a relay for NCAA finals as they defeated Southern Illinois University in Carbondale 62 42. SIU swimmers also excelled, keeping the meet competitive with several NCAA qualifiers and pool records.
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Cal State trip hinges on SIU generosity in 1969
Cal State Los Angeles coach Bob Miller credits SIU for making a westward swing possible by increasing the game guarantee after Creighton schedule changes. Hartman’s Salukis had earlier aided Cal State with a 86-82 win in Carbondale amid 29 SIU turnovers. Miller praised Southern hospitality and crowd support, while Hartman cautioned about crowd behavior to avoid future incidents.
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