ECU to Decide on New League Within 10 Days
East Carolina, per Sports Editor Ken, must determine within ten days whether the school will join a new athletic conference. The move would position ECU to align with potential conference partners and alter its scheduling and exposure.
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Havelock eyes win as playoff run continues
Havelock Rams have surged in the playoffs after a slow finish, outscoring opponents 7-0 in two games and set to face Wilson Hunt in a state 3A quarterfinal at 7 p.m. at Havelock. Coach Don Bennett notes strong playoff form and targets Hunt’s weaknesses, including outside fullbacks.
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Cowboys lose star receiver Harper as 49ers loom
Dallas, 38 10 over the Giants, faces the 49ers with Alvin Harper out after a late first half injury and Erik Williams sidelined by knee trouble. Coach Switzer lamented the loss as a devastating blow to the attack while Emmitt Smith ran for 163 yards and two scores. Aikman’s touchdown pass to Harper spurred the rout in the second quarter.
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Georgia Tech fires coach Bill Lewis amid pressure
Georgia Tech Athletic Director Homer Rice moves quickly to replace Bill Lewis after a 1-7 start and six-game skid. Defensive coordinator George O Leary named interim coach for three games while Lewis takes an administrative role. Lewis expressed pride in Tech and Atlanta but acknowledged the need for change.
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ECU Eyes Boost As They Face Central Florida
East Carolina aims to rebound after a 38 21 loss to No 3 Auburn as coach Steve Logan calls for improved recruiting and bigger defensive tackles. Galloway injury hurts offense. Linville may stretch field while McPhail competes for kickoff return. Brookins and DeBrew could return against Central Florida.
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Worthy May Retire From NBA After 12 Seasons
New York The 12 year NBA career of James Worthy could end Thursday as the seven time All Star contemplates retirement. At 33 he weighs the move after his mother Gladys died Oct 22. Agent Frank Wheaton and Lakers officials Jerry West and Mitch Kupchak are negotiating a decision with a likely announcement by Friday. Worthy, sidelined by patella tendinitis, would have earned 7.2 million this season and 5.15 million next season.
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