Dolphins, Vikings, Chiefs in hunt for division titles
Central AP notes Miami Dolphins idle to clinch AFC East with a win, while the Vikings and Chiefs push for playoff berths. Predictions cite Bud Shula's Dolphins leveraging Griese and Csonka, with Namath and Plunkett facing Jets and Raiders. Jets-Chiefs battles loom as teams chase No. 1 draft leverage.
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Boonsboro Opens Hoop Year With Difficult Home Opener
Boonsboro starts the season at home facing James Buchanan after losing five starters and adjusting to transfers. Coach Bob Wetzel notes a tough opener against the 2 1 Rockets while relying on an inexperienced lineup led by guards Ken Bittner Mike Glines and others. St Maria Goretti meets North High on the Hubs court as North Highs standout John Smothers headlines the defense. Williamsport faces South Nagerstown after a 59 50 loss to Musselman in a three game Varsity triple header begins at 5 15 with freshmen, JV at 6 30. Smithsburg hosts Hedgesville seeking first win.
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Saints Oust Vic Schwenk as General Manager
New Orleans owner Mecom dismissed general manager Vic Schwenk amid a broader push for a business executive to lead the Saints. Mecom cited differing outlooks and a shift toward a non football background as essential for a modern front office amid rising TV money and a militant players association. Richard Gordon was among names discussed as possible successors, though no decision was announced.
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Kendall Wins Unanimous Decision Over Iarrington in Portland
Andy Kendall of Tortland won a unanimous 10 round decision against Bob Iarrington of New York in a light heavy eight bout Thursday night in Portland.
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Game Canceled Rescheduled For Monday at Smithsburg High
The basketball game between Smithsburg and Hedgesville was postponed from tonight and moved to Monday December 20 at Smithsburg High School.
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Purdue Hosts State Tonight In ACC Big Ten Preview
Purdue visits North Carolina State for a clash of basketball clubs led by Purdue seniors Ford Franklin and Rogers with sophomores Kendrick and Gilbert. NC State counterbalances with 7 4 Tammi Burleson averaging 24 points and 13 rebounds while guards Holdt and Cafferky pace the backcourt. The game stands as the lone ACC matchup tonight as Clemson Duke North Carolina Virginia Tech Virginia also host visitors this weekend.
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Griese Sore Left Shoulder May Linger Against Colts
Miami quarterback Bob Griese, hampered by a sore left shoulder, could start against Baltimore as the Dolphins rely on Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick in a key NBC telecast. Baltimore, led by Johnny Unitas, seeks a strong run output and a game that could decide the AFC race.
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Rockets Acquire Bucks Guard Greg Smith in Trade
Houston Rockets land Greg Smith, the Bucks' starting forward the last two seasons, in exchange for Houston's No. 1 draft pick next year and Curtis Perry with Bucks also receiving third round draft rights. Coach Tex Winter calls Smith a long needed, quick defensive playmaker.
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Station files suit over NFL closed circuit telecast
Station WCKT-TV sues in Dade Circuit Court challenging NBC and Sports Action. The suit alleges NBC breached its affiliation by permitting Sports Action to use the NBC feed of the Miami Dolphins vs Baltimore Colts game, hindering WCKT's rights in the telecast.
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Quarterback leads Colts to 61 points after injury return
After an injury during a block play he directed the Colts to 61 points in wins over Oakland and Buffalo. Last week he completed his 281st TD pass of a 16 year career, his first in 1971.
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Small Colleges Stage Postseason Showdowns This Weekend
Seven post season clashes highlight small college football with scouts tracking top names. Do W Post meets Delaware at Boardwalk Bowl in Atlantic City featuring Gary Wichard and Gordy Kahoe while 9-0-1 McNeese State halves 9-1 Tennessee State in the Grantland Rice Bowl.
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