Byron Nelson PGA streak stands as greatest athletic run
A compilation of opinions ranks Byron Nelson’s 1945 11 to 12 straight PGA wins as the sport’s most unmatchable streak, noting the March to August run totaling 11 wins and $30,250 in prize money, with context from other long-running streaks in golf, hockey, and basketball.
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Lewis breaks indoor long jump record at Millrose Games
Carl Lewis surged from behind to break his own indoor world best in the men's long jump at Madison Square Garden, soaring 28 feet 10 1 2 inches and tying his outdoor best. The Millrose meet drew 18,210 fans as other winners included Steve Scott in the Wanamaker Mile and Greg Foster in the 60 yard hurdles.
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Force routs Baltimore in MISL clash at Civic Center
The Cleveland Force beat the Baltimore Blast 6-4 as Drew Ferguson scored twice and Keith Furphy added a goal and two assists to push the Eastern Division leaders to 17 wins and four losses. Goalkeeper Krys Sobieski posted 23 saves in the road victory before a sellout crowd of 11,393.
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Pro Bowl rosters favor Raiders Redskins strong showing
The Pro Bowl in Honolulu features seven players from both the Raiders and Redskins. Joe Theismann leads the NFC offense behind Washington linemen Jeff Bostic Russ Grimm and Joe Jacoby. AFC starter Dan Fouts faces Earl Campbell Curt Warner and Joe Cribbs with a strong defensive lineup including Randy White Lee Roy Selmon Ed Jones and Lawrence Taylor.
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Joe Cribbs
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Tony Collins
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Ed Jones
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Bud Grant resigns after 17 years as Vikings coach
Bud Grant announced his resignation as Minnesota Vikings head coach, effective after this season, with one year remaining on his contract. He will stay on as a consultant. Grant cited health and personal goals, not burnout, and the team seeks a new coach within 72 hours.
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Auburn Upsets No 10 LSU In SEC Showdown
Unranked Auburn edged No 10 LSU 80-78 to seize early control of the Southeastern Conference race. Rice stunned 16th-ranked Arkansas 65-62. Frank Dobbs led Villanova past Connecticut 69-58. Holy Cross beat Colgate 77-54. Tampa defeated Rollins 78-4.
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Northfield Race Card Friday Evening Wagers Feature
A Northfield racing card lists horses and betting options for Friday night. Detailed odds and payouts appear for multiple races from First to Eleventh, including wagers such as Perfecta Quinella and Big Triple, with totals, times, and attendance noted.
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Elyria Northwood Routs Oberlin In Junior High Tilt
Elyria Northwood 7th graders led by Mike Powell who outscored Oberlin as Northwood built a 42-13 win. Powell scored 18, boosting a ninth win in 10 starts while Oberlin managed only four points in the second half.
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Television Tonight Sports Schedule Patchwork
ESPN airs Old Dominion versus Virginia Commonwealth at 7 PM followed by USA College Basketball Texas A&M? vs Marquette at 9 PM and Gl broadcasts Northwestern at Ohio State in prime time.
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