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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1972
Page
8
New York AP reports the Miami Dolphins surged toward the NFL playoffs after an interception spree against the Jets. Coach Don Shula declares “Super Bowl or bust” as Miami eyes the wild card and a potential league run.
The article recaps NFL week outcomes with the Miami Dolphins clinching the Eastern Division title after a 28 74 win over the Jets, Cleveland Browns upsetting, Chiefs, Cowboys, Redskins, and others jockeying for position. It notes Shula’s comments on playoff focus, and details key games across divisions with scores and pivotal plays.
Cavaliers defeated the Atlanta Hawks 109 to 98 behind strong second half defense and key contributions from Dwight Davis Lenn Wilkens and Austin Carr. The Cavs leveraged a late run to overcome a tight first three quarters and pulled ahead after the fourth, with Cortell Wormers and Chad Warner contributing inside and on the boards.
The Associated Press reports the Lakers built a winning streak as the NBA slate featured Cleveland's 101 92 victory over Washington and Seattle's 107 84 win. ABA notes include Newark edging Kentucky 115 110 and Memphis defeating Virginia 130 116. Other scores cite Denver, San Diego, and New York games with late clutch baskets shaping several outcomes.
The Elyria Parks and Recreation adult basketball league starts with four games. The Bullets face the Knicks at 3, including matchups featuring Hawks versus Watts, Ligers against 76ers, and other teams Celtics and Blazers set to begin play as the season opens.
Ohio State, 8-1 overall and 6-1 in the Big Ten, shifts focus after beating Northwestern 27-14 as Champ Henson set a school record with 44 carries for 153 yards and four touchdowns. Coach Hayes aims to clinch a Rose Bowl berth with a win over unbeaten Michigan, in a nationally televised showdown.
Houston hosts Crusaders in a tight matchup as the visitors attempt to regain momentum. Key players from both teams exchange scoring efforts with several players contributing goals and assists in a competitive contest.
Elyria Catholic and North Olmsted battled to a tough basketball tie as both teams pressed for dominance. Panthers and Olmsted traded baskets through a tightly contested contest with late sequences shaping the final result.
Pioneers cagers defeated two opponents in a basketball scrimmage, led by strong defense and rebounding. Dave Sellers and Jos Lidtromoin paced scoring while Elyvira hit 12 of 16 field goals and 17 of 21 free throws for a high percentage. Teammates praised defensive effort as the squad demonstrated explosiveness and improved balance on offense.
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