Obsession Drives Bengals Star Maddox In Hall of Fame Game
Bengals defensive end Bob Maddox, recent sentencing on drug charges and five years probation, seeks a fresh start in the Hall of Fame Game against the Redskins in Canton. Coach Paul Brown says Maddox will play heavily as he works to stay clean and win a roster spot. Brown emphasizes performance over past issues while Maddox shows intense training and remorse.
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Steelers Clinch First NFL Title in 43 Years
In Super Bowl X the Steelers held a 16-6 lead over the Vikings with under two minutes left. Coach Chuck Noll insists the team will not lose to the College All-Stars in the 42nd annual season kickoff at Soldier Field. Dwight White vows a hard, no prisoners approach as Pittsburgh opens as 17-point favorites on ABC.
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Browns Greg Gregg lauds tough camp in 93 degree heat
Cleveland Browns head coach Forrest Gregg praised his players for staying tough in 93 degree heat at Kent State. He noted the 68 veterans and rookies remain in top shape after two-a-day drills as the team prepares for the August 10 exhibition at San Francisco and a public scrimmage at Municipal Stadium.
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Weiskopf Keeps Temper, Delivers Round at Westchester Classic
Tom Weiskopf, famed for a fiery temper, posted a six under par 66 to sit one behind leader Rik Massengale in the Westchester Golf Classic. Massengale shot 65 as the team fought on a hot day, with Weiskopf aiming for next week’s PGA Championship.
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Cleveland Crusaders sign Maxwell to five year WHA deal
The Cleveland Crusaders announce defenseman Bryan Maxwell signed to a five year WHA contract worth 450000. Maxwell, 6 3 210, topped amateur rankings last season and was the No 1 draft choice of the Indianapolis Racers and Minnesota North Stars. He scored 14 goals and 50 assists in 63 games for Medicine Hat. He is son of former WHL player Stan Maxwell. North Ridgeville players told to report for mile time trials tonight at Ranger coach Jim Uszynski’s field.
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All-Star team faces Steelers in 42nd annual game
John McKay's 1975 College All-Star squad attempts to upset Super Bowl champion Pittsburgh Steelers in Chicago. The All-Stars plan to run against a fierce defense while Steve Bartkowski starts at quarterback with Steve Joachim backing him. Payton may play part of the game as 50,000 fans expected. the contest will be televised nationally.
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Indians test Hunter in New York series opener
Rookie Eric Raich of the Cleveland Indians faces Catfish Hunter of the New York Yankees in a four game set. Raich seeks to rebound after five losses and a 5-5 record, while Dennis Eckersley dominates with an 8-3 mark and 2.16 ERA. Robinson defends Raich and meets AL president MacPhail to discuss umpire criticism.
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Cuyahoga County Lions Eye Care All-Star Game Set In Berea
Eight area players head West roster for the second annual Cuyahoga County Lions Eye Care All-Star Football Game at Finnie Stadium. North Olmsted QB John Dubrey leads offense with Bay tackle Bob Jones and North Olmsted's Scott Collart, Strongsville guard Jon Gatwald. West defense features Westlake end Dale Schwan and Midpark linebacker Ray Hradek. backs Chris Smith and Jim Federato may play both ways. West coach Chuck Priefer, Padua alum with 9-1 season, faces East coached by Cliff Faust of Garfield Heights. West won last year's 25-3 contest.
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