Tarkenton Sees Tough Steelers Defense Ahead
New Orleans AP report on Vikings quarterback Fran Tarkenton and Steelers rival Terry Bradshaw. Tarkenton praises Pittsburgh defense while noting Minnesota's plan to run selectively. Steelers defensive line stars Dwight White, Joe Greene contend with stomach issues as they prepare for the Super Bowl showdown.
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Cavaliers rely on Chones to push toward playoffs
Cleveland coach Bill Fitch credits center Jim Chones as the turning point in the Cavaliers’ season. Chones, a 6-11 pivot, has revitalized the lineup, averaging about 14 points and 10 rebounds as Cleveland climbs to 20-15 and eyes its first playoff berth.
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Area teams crack top five in AP basketball ratings
In the first AP ratings of the season two area Class A squads reach the top five. Norwalk St. Paul sits second in Class A with eight points behind Mansfield St. Peter, while Clearview ranks fifth with eight points. Elyria and Monroeville also appear in Class A and Class AA shows broader local presence with Olmsted Falls and Lorain Catholic in the rankings. The Hurri canes face Elyria Catholic while Elyria Catholic’s 1973 semifinal foe Delphos St. John leads Class AA. Cincinnati Elder sits at 10th in Class AA with 12 points.
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Wisneski rises to fifth in area scoring top ten
Three week layoff at ENC Public-Colinth emptied little impact on Chris Wisneski who surged to 24 and 19 points against Sandusky Perkins and Midview. His totals push him into a tie for fifth with Dick Jackson of Lake Ridge Academy as area top scorers. Greg Cobb leads with 36 against North Olmsted, while Roben Vincer and Morlock hold second and fourth. Elyria schools’ closure reshapes Buckeye Conference race with Randy Gipson posting the top average at 20.7 due to one fewer game.
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West Boosters to Meet Tonight at High School
Elyria West athletic booster club will gather tonight at 7 30 PM in the high school auditorium. The public is invited to attend.
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Stabler and Greene Named AP NFL Players of Year
Oakland quarterback Ken Stabler earned Offensive Player of the Year honors after a 2,469 yard, 26 touchdown season leading the Raiders to the American Conference West title and a playoff win. Mean Joe Greene of the Steelers claimed Defensive Player of the Year with eight sacks and Pittsburgh’s top AFC defense.
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Judge frees Ken Stabler from Birmingham Americans contract
A Circuit Court judge in Birmingham ruled the Birmingham Americans violated their three year pact with Oakland Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler by failing to pay 30 000 of 100 000 in the first year. Stabler is released from all obligations under the contract as he remained with the Raiders during option years.
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Pirates eye Sam McDowell signing
Pittsburgh GM Joe Brown confirmed interest in acquiring southpaw Sam McDowell, released by the Yankees. McDowell, 32, has talked with four clubs including the Pirates and said he will continue training while weighing offers. He posted a 1-6 record with New York, lifetime 138-127 with 2,401 strikeouts and a 3.15 earned run average.
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Wolves Host Keystone In Eyed Rivalry Night
Elyria West Wolverines aim to break a winless streak with a home game against Keystone at 8 p.m. at Griswold Road gym. Keystone, coached by Jim Bardeuky, rides a 34 season record and a recent win over Lorain Catholic, while West seeks its first sharp performance against a tougher foe after recent losses to Midview and others. Senior Tor Osborne leads Keystone in scoring, with guard Bil Hyer and forward Dave Tuttle among key contributors as both teams chase a much-needed victory.
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