Simpson could be greatest pro back ever says Tarkenton
Fran Tarkenton argues O J Simpson may become the greatest running back in pro football history. He compares Simpson to Jim Brown Gale Sayers and Leroy Kelly noting Sim psons power speed and cutting ability. Tarkenton also cites Sim psons tough work ethic and high desire while predicting strong impact with Leroy Keyes joining the league for added excitement.
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Norfolk State Drops 100-99 Thriller at Maryland State
Norfolk State Spartans fall 100-99 as Maryland State slips to a one‑point win. Jake Ford scores 42 for the Hawks while Jackie Bryant hits the decisive field goal with 22 seconds left. Spartans’ top scorer Robert Dandridge nets 30. Mel Cartwright 25. Norwood Morris 20. Washington and Lee beats Hampden-Sydney 75-73 in a Small College scrap.
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Ham Sydney
Fred McNeer
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Handley High prep looks to rebound under Coach Omps
Handley High School basketball enters a rebuilding year as coach Jimmy Omps loses eight of last season’s top players. Only one letterman returns, guard Bobby Setzer, and sophomore Danny Conley provides potential spark. The opener against George Mason features a mix of contenders for starting spots as Omps emphasizes defense and looks to midseason improvement.
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Keith Kaval
Harry Thompson
Marshall Boyd
Steve Boettner
Juniior
Taylor Finley
Air service between U S and South Africa expands
Direct air service has doubled with Pan American Airways adding a second New York Johannesburg flight weekly via West Africa. South African Airways and Braniff International are studying plans for a new route via South America.
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Liberty Bowl Preview Highlights Tech Rebel Clash In Memphis
Virginia Tech coach Jerry Claiborne and Ole Miss coach Billy Vaught assess the Liberty Bowl showdown as Hokies rely on big plays and discipline while Rebels count on Archie Manning’s passing and steady receivers. Key players include VT quarterback Al Kincaid, back Ken Edwards, and Tech linebacker Mike Widger. Spiro Agnew to attend. game set for 12:15 a.m. EST and telecast by ABC.
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Locche Wins World Junior Welter Title in Asia Ring
The Associated Press reports Niccoloni Locche of Argentina defeated Paul Fuji of Hawaii by knockout to claim the world junior welterweight championship. In separate bouts, Tom Imy Foss of Peaks Island Maine beat Hank Sauer of New York, Gene Gerrick of Saco Maine outpointed Bobby Payzant of Freeport New York, Mando Ramos of Los Angeles stopped Irish Beau Jaynes of Boston, and Leo Calderon of Mexicali outpointed Billy Brown of Manila.
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College Basketball Scores Roundup
East Providence 86 Rhode Island 76. Rutgers 91 St. Louis 67. Toledo 88 Western Kentucky 65. Amherst 70 Brandeis 53. Colgate 96 Lehigh 83. Wake Forest 110 Baldwin Wallace 83. George Washington 74 Georgetown DC 73. Wichita State 93 Iowa 88. Tulsa 93 Fullerton State 84. Southwest Texas A and M 102 Louisiana Tech 83. Colorado 112 Arizona State 81.
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