Ohio State and Michigan clash in Big Ten opener at St John Arena
Ohio State launches Big Ten play against arch rival Michigan at St John Arena with Luke Witte benched and Bill Andreas Steve Wenner Gary Repella making first college starts. Michigan counters with Henry Wilmore Russell and Ken Brady guiding a taller, quicker lineup.
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Ward nets six as Raiders rout Ottawa in WHA action
Ron Ward scored five goals and added an assist as the New York Raiders beat Ottawa 9-4 in the WHA. Ward's 69th point led the league, with Rivers and Bradley contributing multiple points. St Louis beat Boston 4-2 and Detroit defeated Buffalo 4-2 in other NHL action. Also, Walter Kennedy denied a Bulls protest over a Lakers game.
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Don Shula Wins NFL Coach of the Year Honor
Doln Shula edged Dan Devine to claim NFL Coach of the Year as Green Bay and Milwaukee scenes show late drama. Chet Walker’s December protest on a silent-count play was disallowed by Walter Kennedy, giving the Lakers a 106 105 win over the Bulls. Don Parish of the Denver Broncos pleads innocent to cocaine possession with trial set for Feb 21. WHA owners eye playoff structure for crowning champion. Gaylord Perry to be honored as AL player of the year at Kansas City dinner Jan 21. Australians Newcombe and Court lead Grand Prix of Tennis Open. tennis play resumes in May. Evonne Goolagong defeats Virginia Wade to reach NSW Open final.
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Stop Minnesota fuels Big Ten title chase as schedule opens
The Big Ten opens with five games as Minnesota eyeing a 9-0 start and the Far West Classic crown stands as the Gophers’ confidence booster. Ohio State lags with five wins in nine. coaches cite poor teamwork. Michigan State and others highlight strong nonconference showings and standout performers.
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Wellington tops New London in wrestling thriller
Wellington edges New London 32 30 as Glen Wacker ties Terry Woody at 175 pounds to tilt the team score. Wacker’s riding time point forced the draw, with late falls by Wellington in the final two bouts sealing the win. NL forfeits and a default aided the Wildcats. Coach Sedlick’s Dukes head to Mapleton Tuesday.
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Miami gets major transfer boost for Bowling Green clash
Miami of Ohio receives a key addition as 6-10 sophomore Dave Elmer, a transfer from Duke, becomes eligible. He could start alongside Kim Essenburg as Miami eyes a share of the MAC lead in the showdown with Bowling Green while Ohio University sits atop the conference race early.
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