Maryland’s Claiborne Charts Tide of Undefeated Terps
Maryland coach Jerry Claiborne lauds Houston as a top five foe ahead of the Cotton Bowl in Dallas. He notes Maryland’s 13-0 season, ACC dominance, strong defense, and his belief that there is no fixed formula for an undefeated record.
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Atkins chooses to sit out Cotton Bowl for Maryland
Maryland sophomore Steve Atkins, the team’s leading rusher before an injury, will not play in the Cotton Bowl against Houston. Atkins cited risk to his career after a torn knee cartilage and said he must protect his future. Coach Jerry Claiborne supported the decision as Atkins cannot yet run full speed.
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Anything Goes In Rose Bowl
In Pasadena California Michigan coach Bo Schembechler says any outcome is possible as his no 2 Wolverines meet No 3 USC Trojans in a high stakes Rose Bowl clash. Injuries loom but key players Randy Simmrin and Jerry Vogele return. Pittsburgh ranked No 1 faces Georgia in the Sugar Bowl.
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Handley Named Third Nationally in Cross Country Standings
Handley High School finished the season ranked third in the nation in cross country behind Deerfield Illinois and South Eugene Oregon. Senior Scott Haack earned his second straight All-American honor as Handley captured a state title and Haack broke multiple course records.
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Four Cardinals Named All-Pro
The St. Louis Cardinals, eliminated from the playoffs, placed four players on the AP All-Pro team Dan Dierdorf Tom Banks Roger Wehrli and Jim Bakken making the club the most represented NFL team Also named were notable players from Pittsburgh Baltimore Oakland and others across offense defense and special teams with second team selections including Ken Stabler Mike Haynes and others
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