49ers clinch NFC West title with 17 10 win over Giants
San Francisco and coach Bill Walsh guided a strong defensive effort to beat the New York Giants 17-10, securing the NFC West crown as Joe Montana led a precise short passing attack and Johnny Davis scored on a 1-yard plunge. The victory gives the 49ers a 10-3 record and their first division title since 1972.
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Browns Lose Steadily as Playoff Hopes Fade for 1981
Cleveland suffers a 41 21 defeat to Cincinnati dropping the Browns closer to elimination. Coach Sam Rutigliano asserts they have not quit while QB Brian Sipe and players acknowledge a tough, frustrating season with injuries and penalties surfacing as key factors. Ben cing players celebrate Forrest Gregg’s first win over Cleveland while GM Paul Brown notes the personal significance of the victory.
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Delaney’s Job On Line As Cavaliers Coach
Cleveland Cavaliers general manager and coach Don Delaney faces a possible coaching change after owner Ted Stepien meets with him to discuss the team slump. Stepien says a new coach is an option, with Delaney remaining as GM if a change is made. The Cavaliers stand 4-10, dropping nine of their last ten.
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Rams fall 59 6 to Hawaii to cap 12 losses in season
Colorado State ends dismal year with a 59-6 defeat at Hawaii as Sark Arslanian is replaced by Chester Caddas. Air Force rallies to beat San Diego State 21-16 in Tokyo Mirage Bowl. NCAA weighs football reorganization at St Louis convention. GT Classic winner Paul Jr. edges Redman. Petty takes Winston West title. Golden State loses 104-100 to Kansas City. other NBA results noted.
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Browns Fall as Bengals Dominate in Cincinnati Rout
Cincinnati Bengals rolled to a 41-14 victory over the Cleveland Browns after jumping to a 21-0 lead. Ken Anderson and Pete Johnson connected early as Anderson threw for 2 scores, while Cleveland’s offense struggled after a fumbled punt by Dino Hall. Browns travel to Houston to face the Oilers next Thursday.
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Western Reserve Nips Danbury In Tight Nonconference Clash
Western Reserve edged Danbury 64 63 as Chris Clemons collected 12 rebounds for the losers. Cloverleaf beat Berea 66 50 led by Bruce Thompson with 26 points and Pat Ploudha 12. Brooklyn defeated Lutheran West 71 70 with Dean Timas and John Gerakis scoring 18 each.
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Independence Beats Cuyahoga Heights 62-50 In Inland Cage Action
Independence defeated Cuyahoga Heights 62 to 50 in Inland cage action Saturday night. Independence improves to 2-1 on the season with the victory.
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Lutheran West opens 1961-82 wrestling season with two wins
Newbury Lutheran West opened its wrestling season with a 42-27 win over the hosts and 42-28 over Painesville Harvey. Double winners were Brian Tatar Keith Kerr Dave Hampson Dave Learn John Poloha Rob Krenz and Jeff Black. Lutheran West will host Independence next Friday in Inland Conference action.
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