Rose City finals set as Cairo Syrupmaids meet Whigham Squaws
In Rose City Classic finals Cairo Syrupmaids face Whigham Squaws after both advanced with decisive wins. Cairo defeated Pelham 61 31 and Whigham toppled Thomasville 52 46 in girls action while Thomasville edged Moultrie 58 57 in overtime for the boys.
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Maryland Faces Georgia in Peach Bowl Ticket Woes
Eighteenth ranked Maryland makes its first bowl appearance in 17 years to challenge erratic Georgia in the sixth Peach Bowl. More than 22 000 tickets remain unsold a week before kickoff at Atlanta Stadium. Maryland, 8 3 under Jerry Claiborne, battles a Bulldogs squad led by Vince Dooley, who seeks another bowl win after powerful late-season stretches.
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Arizona State Rolls Past Pitt 28-7 in Fiesta Bowl
The 10th ranked Arizona State Sun Devils defeated the Pittsburgh Panthers 28 to 7 in Tempe. Danny White connected with Greg Hudson on a 62 yard strike and Woody Green added a 23 yard TD run to seal the victory as Pitt committed four fumbles and four interceptions.
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Nice Guy Larry Jones Resigns as FSU Coach
Larry Jones resigns as Florida State University head football coach after an 0-11 season. He cites desire to unite fans and alumni, effective January 31 with two years left on his contract. Marshall began immediate search for a successor amid speculation around other coaches.
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Defense Expected To Dominate Minnesota, Washington Contest
The Washington Redskins face quarterback uncertainties while the Minnesota Vikings defend their big game reputation as they open a matchup in Bloomington.
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Playoff thoughts and rosters shape AFC matchups
The piece reviews the Dolphins and Bengals quest in the AFC playoffs, highlighting Earl Morrall and Don Strock as Miami’s quarterbacks, the Redskins’ Kilmer and Jurgensen plans, and Minnesota Vikings star Chuck Foreman. It notes a sellout crowd at Metropolis Stadium, cold weather, and key defensive matchups shaping the conference semifinals.
Staubach Aims at Rams After Pro Bowl Snub
Dallas quarterback Roger Staubach downplays Pro Bowl snub as he prepares for the NFC semifinal showdown with the Los Angeles Rams at Texas Stadium. He notes 62 percent completions and 23 TDs but regrets 15 interceptions while stressing line play as the key against a solid Rams front seven. Staubach leads Dallas, the East Division champion, as a slight underdog or favorite over the visitors.
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Steelers Raiders Playoff Clash On Bare Oakland Field
Pittsburgh faces Oakland in a National Football League playoff opener on a rough field after rain and poor resodding. Terry Bradshaw says the Steelers have benefited from luck against Oakland, while Gene Upshaw predicts no fluke will help them this time amid Raiders’ slight betting edge.
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