Grafton, NFL history hangs on Sunday's game
Pittsburgh faces Tampa Bay with Steelers seeking a third straight Super Bowl and the Buccaneers aiming to avoid a winless season. Donnie Shell, John Banaszak, and Terry Hanratty weigh in as the game looms, while the Steelers’ defense and preparation are staked on a crucial matchup.
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Shell
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John Banaszak
Hanratty
Banaszak
Reggie Harrison
Pirates name Tanner’s 1977 coaching staff in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Chuck Tanner announced his 1977 coaching staff, adding Joe Sennett and Al Monchak who previously worked with him in Chicago and Oakland. Sennett will coach third base and Monchak first base, replacing Bob Skinner and Don Leppert who moved on to San Diego and Toronto respectively. In Ohio Toledo upset Indiana 59 57 as Stan Joplin led the Rockets with 21 points and Jeff Seeman provided lockdown defense.
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al Monchak
Chicago
Oakland
Danny Murtaugh
Sennett
Monchak
Bob Skinner
San Diego Padres
Don Leppert
Toronto Blue Jays
Toledo
Ohio
Indiana
Hoosiers
Stan Joplin
Rockets
Bob Nichols
Jeff Seeman
Buckeyes Open Orange Bowl Prep With 10 Practice Sessions
Ohio State begins practice for its first Orange Bowl against Colorado after finishing 8 2 1 this season. Woody Hayes plans a Florida workout at Miami University. Rod Gerald and Jimmy Moore are cleared for non contact drills first week. Bruce Ruhl remains doubtful for early sessions.
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Miami
Woody Hayes
Florida
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Rod Gerald
Jimmy Moore
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Bruce Ruhl
WVU Basketball Media Guide Now Available by Mail
The West Virginia University basketball media guide is issued for 2.50 and mailed to readers. The 72 page book includes player and coach bios and a preview of opponents, serving as the official WVU basketball record book. To order, write to the Sports Information Office at West Virginia University Morgantown WV 26505.
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Charles Town Plans 50-Day Cut to 1977 Schedule
Charles Town Turf Club seeks a 50 day reduction of its 1977 racing calendar citing competition from Pennsylvania tracks open on Sundays. The Shenandoah Corp requests March 18 start instead of January. A hearing will be held by the Racing Commission as track officials pursue profitability by shifting dates and adding competitive changes.
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Three sports greats retire in different ways
Aaron, Blanda and Ali retire in a fall that highlights sport and society. Blanda exits with a kicking flourish at 49, Aaron ends a career after breaking Babe Ruth’s homer record, and Ali leaves amid controversy while shaping civil rights and global fame.
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Dylan Thomas
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Bethany Bisons to Open Season Under Young Coach Dafler
Bethany College in Bethany West Virginia begins 1976 77 basketball with a notably youthful squad led by 26 year old head coach Jim Dafler the state's youngest collegiate coach and with 22 year old assistant Jim Schmitt among the staff. The Bisons rely on underclassmen as they prepare for opening action tonight at home.
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Dorsett tops All-America team selection with Dorsett pacing backfield
Dorsett of Pitt headlines the AP 1976 All America team joining Ricky Bell Rob Lytle and Terry Miller in a five man backfield. The squad features stars from Texas A&M UCLA Notre Dame and Ohio State with Billy Seivers Jim Smith and Mike Wilson among others. The AP list notes season records and conference honors while highlighting Dorsett 1948 yards and 6082 career yards.
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Oklahoma
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Houston
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