USC Opens Season With Victory Over Houston Cougars
The USC Trojans, ranked 12th, defeat Houston 88-80 in their season opener. Cliff Robinson scores 28 points with 14 rebounds, Steve Smith adds 22 off the bench, and coach Bob Boyd praises the team’s talent and future. Other top-25 teams win as Michigan and San Francisco post victories.
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Cowboys Patriots set for potential Super Bowl showdown
Dallas hosts New England in a highly anticipated matchup that could hint at a clash in the Super Bowl. Both teams ride three game win streaks as coaches stress mental readiness and respect, not standings, in a game with title implications.
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James Wood Poised for Balance in Commonwealth District
James Wood's basketball program, rebuilt after an 8-14 season, rests on returning nucleus and three starters. Lance Beightol, a 5-11 senior guard, will lead the backcourt despite a knee brace and limited January readiness. Fred Hildebrand Lloyd Newman return inside with Kevin Anderson off the bench as Head Coach Donnie Hambleton reshapes the Colonels for a steadier effort.
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Paterno Refuses Pro Move After Lambert Trophy Win
Penn State coach Joe Paterno, accepting the Lambert Trophy, said he has no interest in pro football and will stay at Penn State as long as wanted. PSU finished 11-0 and ranked No. 1, with Sugar Bowl looming on January 1 against Alabama or Georgia.
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Clarke County Eagles Wrestling Seeks Turnaround This Season
Clarke County High School starts a young wrestling program in its fourth year with 22 underclassmen among 30 athletes. Coach Wayne Lanzendorfer emphasizes team depth and future growth as veterans Milbourne and Tinsman lead a mix of returning upperclassmen and new talent in hopes of future wins.
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Wood basketball ticket prices change at gate
James Wood athletic director James Casey announced gate prices for basketball games at 1.50 each. Students pay 1 at school, but gate purchases rise to 1.50. The change aligns with Commonwealth District policy.
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Valley Park View Clash Sets Early Northwestern District Title Tone
Northw estern District wrestling shifts as Loudoun Valley and Park View lead a rising pack with Park View returning 10 of 12 from last year and Loudoun Valley fielding 55 wrestlers. Key match looms Tuesday in the district dual meet as coaches vow a new era.
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