Saints dismiss Vic Schwenk as general manager
New Orleans owner John Mecom fired Vic Schwenk two games remain in the Saints season saying the football image is changing and a business executive is needed. Mecom noted Richard Gordon is under consideration for the post and emphasized a shift toward non football experience in management.
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Baltimore Hosts Miami in Title Game Tomorrow
The Dolphins travel to face the Colts in a pivotal AFC East showdown likely to decide the division. Griese battles a sore shoulder as Csonka Kiick pace the ground game. Yepremian’s late kick decided the Nov. 21 meeting.
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Furman Defeats Appalachian State in Southern Conference Tilt
Furman, hampered by injuries, recovered with three returning players in a 101-90 win over Appalachian State. Bernard Collier scored 12 while All-Southern guard Russ Hunt exploded for 29 points as Furman evened its league record at 1-1.
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Big Three basketball weekend features Clarke County at Musselman
Clarke County Eagles open against Musselman at Inwood led by Roger Johnson and Anthony Jones who may miss start with a shoulder strain. James Wood travels to Stafford to face the Indians while Tom Catlett and Charlie Wilkey pace the Colonels in a 8 p.m. tip. Handley meets Stonewall Jackson at Manassas with Charlie Long scoring 18 and Steve Washington 13.
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High school basketball scores and near-misses recap
A string of game results highlights Buckeye Potts and Handley, Clarke County and Musselman, E C Glass and Albemarle, Garfield and Woodbridge, Lane and Osbourn, Luray and Elkton, Stonewall and Page County, Strasburg and Rappahannock, Broad Run and Martinsburg, Central and William Monroe. Several matchups hint at season progress and upcoming candidates for thrillers.
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Lakers Take 19th Straight In Easy Victory Over Warriors
The Los Angeles Lakers remain unbeaten in 19 games after a 124 111 win against the Golden State Warriors. West 38 and Goodrich 36 fueled the comeback while the Suns topped the Hawks 135 115 and Detroit edged Chicago 110 107.
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James Wood matmen set for strong season streaks and depth
James Wood wrestlers, led by veteran coach George Walters, aim to continue district and regional success since 1965. Eight returning starters, key sophomores and juniors vie for top spots from 105 to 185 pounds, with Brad Cooper and Jerry Combs among leaders and Bill Casto named assistant coach replacing Dickie Allanson.
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Squires Nips New York Nets In Overtime
Virginia Squires edge the New York Nets 115 114 in overtime as Julius Erving shines with 29 points and 17 rebounds. Charlie Scott adds 35 for Virginia while Rick Barry scores 30 for New York. Ollie Taylor leads Nets late but Erving seals win with free throws.
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N C State Faces Purdue In Early Season Showdown
North Carolina State hosts Purdue in a clash of basketball powerhouses. Purdue boasts a 3-0 start led by cocaptains Bob Ford William Franklin and Jim Rogers with shooters Ken Drick and Tom Gilbert ready to challenge NC State. The Wolfpack, 2-1, rely on 7-foot-4 Tommy Burleson who averages 24 points and 16 rebounds aided by Steve Nuce and Joe Cafferky in the backcourt.
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