NCAA creates two division structure for major college football
The NCAA approved a plan to split Division I into Division I-A and I-AA with 60 days for schools to choose and three years to meet new criteria. SIU Carbondale and Missouri Valley stay in I-AA while Indiana State may reach I-A. many others will need to add sports to qualify.
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Gorham Mustangs Stand Tall in Chester Meet Semifinal Loss
Gorham, a 98-student team, pushed New Athens 60-54 in the Chester Invitational semifinal. Bruce Mueller scored a team-high 28 as the Mustangs fought to the end, while coach Jerry Qualls praised the seniors and the squad's defense and unity amid a tough draw and a strong New Athens program.
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Murdale Invitational wrestling field drawn from nine teams
The 18th annual Murdale Invitational begins at 6 p.m. at Bond Bond Bond Bowen Gym Carbondale with teams from Carbondale Murphysboro Herrin Harrisburg Centralia Mt. Vernon and entrants from Edwardsville Mascoutah Mt. Carmel and Triad Illinois plus Jackson and Cape Girardeau Missouri. Defending champ Jackson of Missouri and top contenders like Carbondale's Bleyer and Murphysboro's Schnautz lead a deep field.
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Doctor says girls may handle sports rigors better than boys
Dr. Gerald Laros, chief of orthopedic surgery at Billings Memorial Hospital, told AP on Thursday that he knows of no inherent reason high school girls of similar size cannot endure athletic demands as well as boys. He cited muscle strength and conditioning differences as areas for further study.
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Girls and boys sports safety court ruling differ on coed teams
A Chicago surgeon notes girls mature earlier and face fewer growth disturbances, while AMA officials warn against girls on boys teams due to safety gaps in muscle mass and bone density. A federal judge in Dayton, Ohio ruled that excluding girls from school teams violates state and federal constitutions.
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Coaching churn grips NFL headlines across nation
Merle Jones notes owners and coaches dominate sports pages as coaches and contracts spark intrigue in St. Louis Chicago and Seattle. Sid Gillman risks role with Chicago Bears while Pardee faces renewal questions amid team strategy shifts and stadium talk.
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Power player behind pro football moves examined
A sports writer speculates that attorney Ed Holkstratten wields unseen influence in major franchise dealings. The piece links Rosenbloom and Cooke to Rams and Redskins maneuvers, questions Knox’s moves, and notes Bill Young’s NCAA convention travels as a SIUC alumnus and Wyoming assistant athletic director.
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Rozelle
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Valley adds Indiana State and Creighton to race
Missouri Valley conference basketball standings show Indiana State at 10-0 and Creighton 6-2 boosting the chase. Bradley and Southern Illinois University Carbondale sit around .500 while other members lag. No 1 Class A leader Madison trips to Cerro Gordo for a 92 point game after losses to major teams.
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St Louis Broadcaster Caray’s Start With Merle Jones
A St Louis native began in Joliet after writing a letter to Merle Jones at CBS KMOX. The ambitious figure later joined the Oakland A’s era in football. The broadcast path was shaped by an informal back door approach and a memorable early contact named Merle Jones.
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Caray Signs Eighth Season As White Sox Announcer
The note recalls Harry Caray's move from St. Louis to Chicago and his continuing role as the White Sox radio announcer for a hoped for eighth season, reflecting on the passage of time in baseball broadcasting.
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