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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1978
Page
10
Dick MacPherson leaves Massachusetts to join Cleveland as assistant coach in the Browns staff. The move shocks many in college ranks as he plans a return to college coaching in New England while remaining linked with head coach Sam Rutiglia and their families.
Dick Modzelewski, Cleveland Browns defensive coordinator, will resign at the end of his contract on March 1. He said he informed new head coach Sam Rutigliano after discussions with his wife and noted no animosity, adding that a new coach often wants to bring in his own staff. Rutigliano plans to abolish coordinators in the revised setup.
Raymond Berry a Hall of Fame pass catcher was named to replace Ray Perkins as receiver coach for the New England Patriots in Foxboro Massachusetts. Berry spent three years as receiver coach with the Cleveland Browns and played 13 seasons with the Colts. Patriots coach Chuck Fairbanks praised Berry saying his wealth of knowledge and production would boost the offense.
Charles C. Finley seeks $12.5 million for the Oakland A's as owner Marvin Davis considers relocating the franchise to Denver. Finley defends himself against claims of being ousted and notes ongoing talks with Commissioner Bowie Kuhn over multiple sales, including Vida Blue to the Reds. Proponents cite his business acumen and a history of innovative, flamboyant branding that built a world championship core before players departed.
Washington announces a four year deal for Don James through 1981 making him likely the Pac Eight's highest paid coach. Athletic director Mike Lude touts James as the conference's top coach and notes James earns more than former California coach Mike White without citing figures. James, hired before 1975, previously earned $28,000 annually with two raises since.
Elyria Catholic basketball is 10th in the UPI Class AA poll with an 8-0 record ahead of a game at Southview. Lorain Catholic, Elyria West also show in Double-A standings while New London and Keystone receive points in Class A.
The Cleveland Cavaliers ended a five game losing streak by beating the New Jersey Nets 110-94. Ringo Smith sparked the rally early, with eight players in double figures led by Walt Frazier 15 points as Cleveland built a 58 40 halftime edge. Nets top scorer Bernard King had 20 points while Howard Porter added 17. Nets coach Kevin Louery lamented bench drought and poor start as Cavaliers moved into a second place tie in the Central Division.
Elyria and Lorain clash in a Buckeye Conference showdown with 4-2 league marks as Sandusky leads. Elyria coach Mike Riley stresses one game at a time while Lorain seeks strong defense and rebounding to slow SVete, the conference's top scorer and rebounder.
Elyria coach Bill Stetler battles injuries and weight reshuffles as the Pioneers prepare for a 7 p.m. dual with Midview on Midview mats. Doug Drew is out for the season, Bob Fleck and John McNulty injured, Jock Murray ill and unable to weigh in, Ken Huge out with a bad knee, and several lineup moves shift seniors McGraw and Emerson up. Murray to 132, McNulty 138, Fleck 145, Meadows to 119, Lemons to 126. other starters include Manfuil 98 Showalter 105 Carpenter 175 Clark 185 Miles heavyweight. Elyria 5-1 in duals, narrowly missing perfection by a small point margin.
Elyria Catholic visits Southview tonight aiming to break a 0- on-the-road skid in the Erie Coast Conference. Coach Bob Guinta cites a grueling upcoming stretch including home vs Elyria West and a trip to Lorain Catholic, with guard Gary Grambley key to their attack while Kevin Calhoun battles a groin strain.
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