Al Davis triumphs as Raiders win Super Bowl XV
In New Orleans, the Oakland Raiders led 24 10 with nine minutes left as Al Davis faced the crowd and photographers. Rod Martin sealed the win with a third interception, and Davis, amid mixed feelings, reflected on the team’s achievement and his ongoing Los Angeles relocation plans. The victory underscored the Raiders’ resilience as a wild card champion, while Davis eyed the season’s end with pride and debate over the franchise’s future.
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Bossy seals 50th goal in frantic Islander finish
Mike Bossy scored his 50th goal of the season with 89 seconds left at Nassau Coliseum as the New York Islanders beat the Quebec Nordiques 7 4. He chased Maurice Rocket Richard's record of 50 goals in 50 games, overcoming late doubt with a burst of goals and crediting linemates Trottier and Clark Gillies for the assist.
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SIU runners open with win over Illinois State in season debut
SIU Carbondale men beat Illinois State 86 63 at Normal to start indoor season. Olympian David Lee posted an NCAA qualifying time winning the 60 yard high hurdles in 7 30. Parry Duncan and Brent Barth followed in the hurdles sweep. Sullivan Geiger led pole vault at 15 0. John Smith Featherston led shot put with 53 11 and 52 3. Lee added long jump points, Kevin Baker 24 SIU coach Lew Herzog praised the early strong showing.
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Wabash Valley foe looms for Logan College Lady Vols
The John A. Logan College Lady Volunteers seek an eighth straight win as they host Wabash Valley Community College in Mount Carmel. Coach Gary Barton calls the matchup crucial, aiming to avenge a 72-65 Thanksgiving loss and stay atop NJCAA state rankings with a 16-2 record.
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