IAA Scholarship Cut Sparks SIU Coaching Concerns
SIU athletic director Lew Hartzog and coach Ray Dorr voiced disappointment as the NCAA convention rejected restoring 75 football scholarships for I A A teams. SIU voted against broader autonomy, fearing continued cuts. The I A A limit remains 70 scholarships, widening gaps with Wichita State and Tulsa and prompting tighter recruitment and financial aid scrutiny.
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Benjamin Dominates Salukis With 43 Points In Creighton Win
Creighton center Benoit Benjamin scored 43 points with 16 rebounds and 10 blocks to power the Bluejays past Southern Illinois 96-90, lifting Creighton to 3-2 in the Missouri Valley while dropping SIU to last place at 0-4. Vernon Moore added 19 points and 12 assists as the duo led the offense and defense.
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Benoit Benjamin Dominates Creighton Victory Over SIU
Benoit Benjamin tallied 16 rebounds 3 assists and 10 blocks as Creighton toppled SIU 71-62. He scored 21 in the first half aiding a 51-39 Creighton lead while teammate Moore added strong shooting amid a bluejay big effort. SIU struggled to contain him despite a 49 percent team mark.
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Marino complains of sudden dizzy spell before Super Bowl
San Francisco AP Miami quarterback Dan Marino, a star of the week, felt dizzy Thursday before the Dolphins practiced for the Super Bowl. After a brief rest and a sideline return he finished the two hour workout. Marino joked about jet lag while team officials cited analgesic use on an empty stomach.
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Creighton Contemplates Move to MCC Conference
Creighton University is weighing an invitation to join the Midwestern City Conference. Athletic Director Don Offenburger expects a decision by May, citing commonality with MCC. MCC commissioner James Shaffer notes a commitment is sought, with a possible 1986-87 start if Creighton accepts.
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