Jets and Colts Favored In Pro Championship Games
HAL BOCK reports New York Jets favored by three points over Oakland in the AFL title and Baltimore Colts favored by six over Cleveland in the NFL final. Both underdogs, Cleveland and Oakland, upset winners last weekend and aim to repeat. Daryle Lamonica praised his Raiders as they prep for Sunday, while Colts quarterback Morrall holds the No. 1 role after replacing Moran.
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I’m a Falcons Fan Through Every Upset and Win
Sports writer declares unwavering devotion to the Atlanta Falcons, praising the team’s evolution from a rough draft to a competitive unit. He recalls close losses to the Colts, the thrill of inspired defense, and the joy of a Falcons victory despite past disappointments.
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Long 2 Seconds Beats Mavericks in ABA Thriller
The New Orleans Buccaneers edged the Houston Mavericks 107-106 after a chaotic final two seconds. Red Robbins scored to put New Orleans ahead, Houston protested over a stoppage, and possession changes followed before New Orleans regained the ball. Willie Somerset led Houston with 20 points, while Jimmy Jones had 27 for New Orleans.
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Dell Chides Aussie Team Before Match
The U S and Australia clash on the eve of the Davis Cup Challenge Round with Dell challenging Hopmans squad and hinting at overconfidence upon John Alexander. Dell plans to field Arthur Ashe Jr and Clark Graebner. Hopman bets on pressure and potential surprises as Alexander or Bowrep could lead.
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Associated Press
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Namath Named AFL MVP For 1968 Season
Joe Namath of the New York Jets was voted the AFL Most Valuable Player by a 30-member AP panel. He led the Jets to the Eastern Division title despite 3,147 passing yards and 15 TDs, highlighted by a 16-yard late game strike to Don Maynard to seal a comeback.
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Associated Press
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Fuller to Continue Fight After Official Derby Ruling
Larry Eldridge reports Boston auto dealer Peter Fuller plans to appeal after the Kentucky Racing Commission upheld stewards and voided Dancer's Image purse prize while confirming the Derby victory. Fuller says he will consult lawyers and pursue the appeal to clear the colt's name despite the purse loss.
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Miners upset 71-67 over sixth-ranked Lobos in New Mexico clash
Unranked Texas-El Paso upset No 6 New Mexico 71-67 as Switzer 23 and Archibald 20 led the Miners. NM trailed 47-41 at halftime and 64-55 with nine minutes left before a late rally stalled. Santa Clara, Ohio State and others posted wins in college hoops action.
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Ohio State
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Butler
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UCLA Remains Unbeaten, Kansas Climbs in Poll
UCLA was a unanimous first place selection on all 42 ballots as The Associated Press poll shows UCLA extending its perfect mark with wins over Minnesota and West Virginia. Villanova jumps to fifth after a 77-47 win over Catholic University and Kansas rises to eighth with wins over Murray, Utah State and Stanford.
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Cairo B team and ninth graders roll past Berrien B
Cairo coaches Mc Cord Swain and Daniels lead multiple Cairo squads to wins over Berrien. Cairo B team 53-28 paced by Reynolds Kravig 16 Ready 11 Blackmon 10. Cairo ninth graders 47-24 led by Craig Taylor 20. Cairo freshman girls 36-32 topped Berrien with Fay Allen 20 and Cindy Massey 12. Berrien girls B team defeated Cairo 83-38 with Sharon Womble 10 and Kate Thrower 9.
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Magnolia Hosts Holiday Tourney with Six Area Teams
Magnolia's gym hosts a two day holiday tournament featuring Thomasville Douglass Pelham Camilla Moultrie Magnolia of Thomas County and Washington of Cairo December 27 28. Douglass Lions vs Bryant Rams opens at 3 30 p m followed by Camilla Pirates vs Cairo Tigers at 4 30 p m.
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Holiday Invitational Tournament Set for Central Gym
The first annual Holiday Invitational brings Thom asville Cairo Brooks County and Central High Schools to Central gym from Thursday to Saturday December 26 to 28. Ticket booths open 6 45 p m Thursday and Friday and 4 30 p m Saturday. Central girls vs Thom asville Bulldogettes 7 30 p m Thursday. Thomasville vs Brooks County 9 p m Thursday. Brooks girls vs Cairo Syrupmaids 7 30 p m Friday. Syrupmakers vs Yellow Jackets 9 p m Friday. Saturday features four games with girls consolation at 5 p m boys consolation at 6 20 p m girls championship at 7 40 p m and boys final at 9 p m.
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AFL All Star Selections Favor Western Dominance
The AP named 22 AFL All Stars with a youthful mix led by rookie Paul Robinson and Oakland's Gene Upshaw in a Western-heavy squad. Notables include Ron Mix Lance Alworth Jim Otto and Dan Birdwell, while Namath Sauer Dixon and Bell head the East and other positions.
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