Monday, January 31, 2022
Issue No. 418
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San Francisco 49ers' aptly-nicknamed Million Dollar Backfield was composed of four Hall of Famers, (l-R) Hugh McElhenny, Joe “The Jet” Perry, Y.A. Tittle and John Henry Johnson |
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Heavenly 49ers
By Dave Newhouse
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At the Kezar Pearly Pub, just behind Heaven’s Gate, the regulars have arrived two hours before Sunday’s NFC title game between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams. Since this is strictly a 49ers alumni gathering hole, their opponents enter only by invitation.
Which means they must get by the Million Dollar Backfield, whose members guard the saloon’s front door with brute authority. No outsiders would dare crash this party, because they’d have to cross John Henry Johnson, one of the meanest football players ever. Joe
“The Jet” Perry and Y.A. Tittle nudge each other as Johnson stares down entrants.
Tittle: “John Henry, you haven’t unleashed your anatomy-changing forearm shiver here in the clouds, but don’t start now, unless it’s a Ram.”
Perry: "That’s if any Ram shows up. The 49ers have a six-game winning streak going against them. Do these Rams have any horns left to butt us?”
Johnson: “Butt, what butt? Hey, though, our Million Dollar Backfield is a few hundred thousand short without Hugh McElhenny. I hope Mac is doing OK on Earth with his health issues, and he gets to watch the game. Nobody ran with the football like Mac, not even me or you Jet.”
Perry: "Mac was special, but let’s talk about the game. I see the Rams as more dangerous this time, because they now have the best wide receiver pair in the NFL in Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham, Jr. I just don’t think the 49er secondary matches up well against them.”
Tittle: ”As a quarterback myself, I wouldn’t want that Aaron Donald coming after me. He’s the best defensive lineman in the league.”
Perry: "Maybe the best defensive player, period! The 49ers must control the football, somehow, and two players give them that chance: Deebo Samuel and tight end George Kittle. Samuel is so darn versatile, and Kittle is once again a potential game-changer.”
Johnson: "The 49er offensive line will be the difference. If they can’t protect quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, man, this game is over. Right, Bill Walsh?”
They look over, and Walsh is engrossed in a game of chess with Buck Shaw, while a third 49er head coach, Dick Nolan, oversees their board game.
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San Francisco 49ers coach Bill Walsh was the innovator of the West Coast Offense and arguably the greatest offensive mind
to pace an NFL sideline
Frankie Albert leans against the bar, trading shots with Bobby Layne, his invited guest. Leo “The Lion” Nomellini is arm-wrestling with Cedrick Hardman. Bob “The Geek” St. Clair watches them while eating raw calf’s livers as former Philadelphia Eagle baddie Chuck Bednarik turns blue.
Vintage 49ers Bruno Banducci, Visco Grgich and Len Eshmont are arguing with more current Niners Keith Fahnhorst, Dan Colchico and Monty Stickles about which era of football produced the toughest 49ers. Hardy “The Hatchet” Brown, another all-time 49er meanie, refereed their debate.
Off in a corner of the pub, Charlie Krueger is discussing global warming with teammate, Doug “Goober” Cunningham. “The problem, Charlie, is that the planet is off its axis, affecting our climate,” reasoned Cunningham. Krueger just smiled at his friend.
At that moment, through the swinging doors of this private drinking establishment enters Dwight Clark. Cheers and slaps on the back greet this man who, together with Joe Montana, changed 49er history, lifting the franchise from perpetual also-ran into an impending dynasty.
Clark: “Hi ya, men. What a fraternity you have, and I’m so glad to be part of it as one of your youngest members. Freddie Solomon will be along in a while. We need two more in our celestial golf foursome. John Ayers and Rosie Taylor, you interested? Don Shula and Vince Lombardi, what about you?”
Tittle: “Dwight, I’m glad you showed up, for this place just got a little better looking. What are your thoughts, buddy, about today’s showdown?”
Clark: “I hope it doesn’t go into overtime, with the possibility of only one team touching the ball. That rule is, I mean, crazy! Otherwise, I feel a game-ending field goal or a critical play made by someone none of us is expecting will decide the outcome.”
Tittle: “Bartender, yeah you, Len Rohde, get my southern friend here a brew on me. The game is about to start.”
As the game clock wound down in a Rams 20-17 victory, the departed 49ers shrugged, took a final swig of their libations, and got up to leave. The mood was downcast and quiet, but then the man who made The Catch broke the silence.
Clark: “Fellas, not every season ends in a Super Bowl. But the 49ers do know that kind of success, so their making the NFL’s final four is no disgrace.”
Tittle: “Dwight’s correct. There’s a lot to be happy about, though I’d love to teach Garoppolo a few things about quarterbacking.”
Perry: “Now YAT, the 49ers did get rid of you to start John Brodie.”
Tittle: “And who did better afterword, me in New York or John in San Francisco? So let’s not go there.”
Walsh: “Gentlemen, let’s not argue. Remember the positives this postseason. The 49ers beat the Cowboys and Packers on the road to get this far.”
Lombardi: “Bill, you told me you wouldn’t mention this.”
Tom Landry: “Bill, you told me the same thing.”
Walsh: “I apologize. I guess genius is a hard thing to control.”
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Dave Newhouse's journalism career spans more than half a century, including 45 years at the Oakland Tribune before his retirement in November 2011. His most recent book, The Yankee Way, is available in bookstores and on amazon.com. Dave grew up in Menlo Park, graduated from San Jose State, and has radio and television experience, in addition to his work as an award-winning sportswriter and columnist. For earlier articles by Dave published in
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Saint Mary's guard Logan Johnson (0) catches a high pass over San Francisco guard Jamaree Bouyea (1) during the second half in an NCAA college basketball game in San Francisco, Calif., Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. Final score: Saint Mary's Gales 72, USF Dons 70. Caption and photo by Darren Yamashita.
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Letters to the Editor
Hey Kyrie!
How are those Splash Brothers workin' for 'ya? Golden State Warriors: Teammates who like each other and make each other better. A whole team of equals who work together on a flat basketball court on a round globe! Kinda weird, huh?
They whipped your sorry unvaccinated mass of protoplasm, and they got a lot more where that came from, too! Thanks for the memories -- watchin' you lose was a delight!
Jerry Monkman
South San Francisco
Big Ben and Pig Ben
Big Ben of London is the nickname for the Great Bell of the striking clock at the north end of the Palace of Westminster in London, England, although the name is frequently extended to refer also to the clock and the clock tower. The tower is a British cultural icon recognized all over the world. It is one of the most prominent symbols of the United Kingdom and parliamentary democracy.
Big Ben of Pittsburgh, of Pittsburgh Steelers fame, has had trouble with self-control, as it was revealed that police in Milledgville, Georgia investigated Roethlisberger for a sexual assault inside the women's restroom of the Capital City nightclub. The accuser was a then-20-year-old student.
On April 21, 2010, the NFL's Commissioner announced that Roethlisberger would be suspended without pay for the first six games of the 2010 season due to a violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy (later reduced to four).
Now, at age 39, Pittsburgh Big Ben has rung his final bell. With his off-the-field incidents now morphed into a slow and ineffective QB, it's time to say good riddance to this thug. Yes, he was the youngest quarterback to ever lead a team to the Super Bowl, but he also sustained numerous injuries in a horrific motorcycle accident in 2006 while not wearing a helmet in a two-vehicle crash in downtown Pittsburgh. No helmet on a QB? Duh.
NFL Hall of Fame for Pittsburgh Ben? But no MLB Hall of Fame for Barry Bonds? What a disgrace!
The REAL Big Ben was built in 1859. It stands tall and proud and is one of England’s best-known landmarks. Pig Ben stands for the Pittsburgh Steelers. An equally appropriate symbol. Enjoy!
Robert A. Moselle, Esq.
Executive Director
Center for Continuing Education
Monterey, CA
Australian Women's Finals!
Thanks to Sports Today's coverage of the Mubadala Silicon Valley Classic's 50th year anniversary tournament last summer, (an event founded by tennis legend Billie Jean King), in which Danielle Collins defeated Russian Daria Kasatkina, I was compelled to adjust my
bio-clock to Aussie time and stay up until 3:00 a.m. (Saturday morning) to watch the Women's Finals of a Tennis Major, the Australian Open. I recalled Danielle's Silicon Valley performance as well as the impressive number of other rising stars, which prompted me to stay up and watch.
I am glad I did. This was tennis at its finest!
No grunts or groans after every swing, no screaming at the umpire and, most importantly, no twenty-minute bathroom breaks! Just tense, competitive professional tennis as the American challenger,
Danielle Collins, pushed Ashleigh Barty, the home-country favorite and Wimbledon winner, to the max. Down 5-1 in the second set, Barty rallied with smart, precise shots and came back to win in overtime in a thriller.
A professionally conducted award ceremony, good sportsmanship, and classy crowd behavior all contributed to a great match. Thanks to Sports Today, Issue #393 for your coverage of women's sports.
Kristen LaRue
Oakland, CA
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Contents
Columns
Hardly Trivial by T. Buff
Games
Cal Bears Rugby vs. Santa Barbara, San Diego Legion Academy
San Francisco 49ers 17, Los Angeles Rams 20
Stanford Cardinal (W) 75, Arizona Wildcats 69
USF Dons (M) 88, Santa Clara Broncos 85
USF Dons (M) 70, Saint Mary's Gaels 72
Features & Commentary
Heavenly 49ers, by Dave Newhouse
Sports Haikus©️
This is about Jimmy G... by Howard Pearlstein
Organizations
Oakland Roots
San Jose Earthquakes
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
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San Francisco 49ers 17
Los Angeles Rams 20
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For the first time in five weeks, the San Francisco 49ers lost a football game, 20-17, one victory away from a Super Bowl berth. Leading 10 to 7 at halftime, the Niners only scored once again as the Los Angeles Rams climbed back into contention. With the victory, Los Angeles snapped coach Kyle Shanahan's six-game win streak over coach Sean McVay and sent the Rams into a February 13 date with the Cincinnati Bengals, who upset the favored Kansas City Chiefs, 27-24. Niners' wide receiver Deebo Samuel again excelled, gaining 26 yards rushing, 72 yards receiving and scoring one touchdown. |
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USF Dons 88
Santa Clara Broncos 85
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USF Dons guard Jamaree Bouyea scored 25 points to lead the Dons to an 88-85 victory over the Santa Clara Broncos on Saturday, January 29th at War Memorial Gym. Caption and photo by Darren Yamashita.
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USF graduate student Yauhen Massalski recorded his third straight double-double, with 17 points and 16 rebounds. Caption and photo
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Santa Clara guard Jalen Williams led the Broncos with 23 points.
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Bouyea celebrates after the Broncos missed two game-tying 3-point attempts to end the game. To view a game photo album, visit our Facebook Page and be sure to LIKE us or visit www.ultimatesportsguide.net. |
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There will be a lot of chatter about quarterbacks over the next few days, especially, no matter what the outcome between the 49ers and Rams. We'll do a Jimmy G. question next week.
For now, a question about a 49er QB of the past.
I didn't know this. Which 49ers QB was also
a professional golfer?
(See answer below...)
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Stanford Cardinal 75
Arizona Wildcats 69
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In a rematch of last season's National Championship Game, Stanford forward Cameron Brink recorded 25 points and 15 rebounds as the Cardinal defeated the Arizona Wildcats, 75-69, at Maples Pavilion on Sunday, January 30.
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USF Dons 70
Saint Mary's Gaels 72
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Saint Mary's center Mattias Tass scored 27 points and pulled down 13 rebounds to help the Gaels overcome a 23-point deficit to stun the USF Dons, 72-70, at War Memorial at the Sobrato Center on Friday, January 27.
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Another quarterback who just manages to win...
This is about Jimmy G and the yapping little
nit-picking doggies biting his ankles in the press...
by Howard Pearlstein
The ankle-biters going after Jimmy G make me remember another bunch of second-rate sports writers with delusions of competency – the ones who went after Jim Plunkett when he was with the Raiders.
Jim Plunkett was the Number One draft pick by the Boston Patriots and played for Boston, the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Raiders. When Raiders' QB Dan Pastorini went down with a broken leg, he
came in.
As starting QB, he won 9 of 11 games and took the Raiders to the Wild Card game. And all the Raiders fans were saying, “He’s no good,” and every time he won they said, “A fluke. Look at him, he’s clumsy.”
Well, I used to watch him play at Stanford and he was the first (and perhaps only) QB whose movements on the field I could honestly compare the Rudolf Nureyev. Graceful, sliding, moving with ease. But yeah, that’s the system -- first pick in the draft goes to the team with the worst record – Boston Patriots – where knees got broken because their O-line was pitiful. (The name change to New England came later, as if some form of semi-witness protection.)
At the time of Super Bowl XV I was teaching human potential courses. Simply put, it was about creating successful situations by understanding how to focus on what you want and making definite choices.
The people in that group were not football fans and couldn’t understand it when I tried to explain the art of it (referring to Joe Montana), how it demanded clear focus and choice -- a 190-pound guy standing there with 300-pound linemen running full tilt at him, throwing a pass at the moment he’s getting knocked down and only knowing by the cheers he hears while lying on his back, that it landed where it should -- 40 yards downfield and in the receiver’s hands.
They couldn’t see the amazing focus and art. They weren’t football fans. But the worst thing was how many of the Raiders Nation were avid, even rabid fans of the Silver and Black but not serious enough fans of the game to understand Jim Plunkett’s ballet days were over but his ability to win, maybe not so pretty as it once was, but still going on Big Time.
He had become a true hero for me when he was with the 49ers and had a really bad year. A really bad year, leading to the dump-trade to the Raiders. Because it was only after the season was over that he allowed the fact to come out that he had been playing with a broken hand. Had never said a word about it. No excuses.
As it turned out, he took the Raiders to Super Bowl XV, becoming the first Wild Card team to ever get to and win the Super Bowl.
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Oakland Raiders quarterback Jim Plunkett led his team to two
Super Bowl titles in the 1980s
The day of the game I was in a blind on Slacker Hill in Marin County, catching migratory hawks for Fish & Game. Catch, weigh, examine for parasites and put a numbered zinc ring on one leg. And teaching volunteers how to do it without harming the bird, or breaking feathers and not getting nailed by the talons for a nasty puncture wound.
Jane was at home that day and taping the game for me. I went home, not listening to the radio, not wanting to know how it came out, and sat down and she smiled and said: “I won’t tell you who won.”
And then the teams came out of the tunnel, orderly in green uniforms, all in a row -- Dick Vermeil’s little green soldiers – like the little green plastic soldiers we all used to have.
And then Tom Flores’ Raiders came out, looking like a pack of mangy, seriously hungover wolves, and I laughed and told Jane: “You don’t have to tell me who won. This is gonna be fun.” Raiders won 27-10 and Plunkett was named MVP.
But even then, the crappy comments didn’t disappear completely until he took the Raiders to another win in Super Bowl XVIII, beating Washington 38-9, still coached by Tom Flores, still looking raggedy and rabid, still dominating the game until we almost felt sorry for the other guys, or, rather, we might have felt sorry for the other guys, if we hadn’t been having so much fun.
And now, who knows? Another Wild Card team. Another quarterback who just manages to win.
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Haiku: A traditional Japanese haiku is a three-line poem with seventeen syllables, written in a 5/7/5 syllable count. Sports Today! has expanded Haikus to embrace our readership and invites you to submit your own. Top entries will be published!
Thanks you for your many entries!
This week's winner stands up to Cancel Culture
BASEBALL CAN'T BE CANCELED:
A Special Haiku for MLB Hall of Fame Voters
Clemens, Schilling, Sosa and Does 1-10 - who cares? BARRY BONDS saved baseball, is the greatest slugger in history and a San Francisco Giant. Weak, lackey voters can't Cancel Baseball or Giants greatness. Somewhere there's a school board, a statue, or a college that awaits your efforts to twist facts and names into your strange new world.
Go there, and leave the great game of Baseball alone!
-- RAM
Monterey, CA
Hall of Hypocrisy
You cashed all your checks
While Barry Bonds filled the stands
You didn't vote for him
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"Best Sports Haiku." The winner will be published!
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Cal Bears vs. Santa Barbara,
San Diego Legion Academy
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California over UC Santa Barbara, 66–5, in a men's rugby match at Witter Rugby Field, University of California on January 29, 2022 in Berkeley, California.
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California over UC Santa Barbara, 66–5, in a men's rugby match at Witter Rugby Field, University of California on January 29, 2022 in Berkeley, California.
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California over San Diego Legion Academy, 120–0, in a men's rugby match at Witter Rugby Field, University of California on January 29, 2022 in Berkeley, California. © 2022 Alex Ho.
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Earthquakes Announce Local TV Broadcast Information for 2022 MLS Season
Twenty-nine matches to air on NBC Sports Bay Area
and California
SAN JOSE, Calif. - The San Jose Earthquakes announced today their local television broadcast schedule and full slate of kickoff times for the 2022 Major League Soccer season. NBC Sports Bay Area and California will televise 29 matches in 2022, with the other five regular season matches airing nationally.
Of the 29 matches airing on NBC Sports Bay Area and California, 24 will be shown on the network's two primary channels, with just five airing on the 'plus' overflow channels due to scheduling conflicts.
Several marquee matches will air locally in 2022, including the season opener against the New York Red Bulls (Feb. 26; 3 p.m. PT), San Jose's road clash with the defending MLS Cup champions NYCFC (May 1; 10 a.m. PT), LAFC's only visit to PayPal Park (Aug. 20; 7 p.m. PT), and the Decision Day season finale at Seattle Sounders FC (Oct. 9; 2 p.m. PT).
The broadcast crew of Anthony Passarelli, Chris Dangerfield and Danielle Slaton will continue to provide exciting play-by-play and provide insightful color commentary throughout the season.
Passarelli enters his 11th year broadcasting Earthquakes soccer, and ninth in the TV booth. A four-time NorCal AFTRA award-winning sports anchor and reporter, he has provided color commentary and radio play-by-play for Santa Clara University men's basketball for 15 years, as well as Santa Clara men's soccer and San Jose State men's basketball.
Dangerfield, entering his ninth consecutive year as a color analyst, was inducted into the Earthquakes Hall of Fame in 2018 for his work on and off the field. He served as the team's color analyst on television from 1996-99 following a great playing career in both the North American Soccer League and Western Soccer Alliance. In the NASL, Dangerfield was a key midfielder from 1982-84, scoring 14 goals and notching 14 assists for the Quakes in that span. He helped the 1983 Quakes to an undefeated season at home and a semifinal finish in the playoffs.
Slaton is entering her seventh consecutive season as a color analyst for the Quakes. She has provided commentary for major worldwide events, including the 2016 Rio Olympics for NBC, and 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup for FOX. Slaton played for the U.S. Women's National Team from 2000-2005, earning a silver medal at the 2000 Olympic Games and a bronze in the 2003 FIFA Women's World Cup. She also played professionally for Olympique Lyonnias in France, after spending her college years at Santa Clara University, where she captained her team to a NCAA championship in 2001. She was three-time All-American and was named the 2001 NCAA Scholar Athlete of the Year.
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Dear History Lover:
This holiday season consider giving the gift of education with this film. It’s intended for all ages and released at the right time with the prevalence of systemic racism, and social justice as a current topic.
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GROUP TICKETS ON SALE FOR 2022 HOME GAMES
Group Tickets (10+) and Experiences are now available for every Roots home game for the 2022 Season. Whether you’re planning a birthday party, corporate event, or social outing amongst friends and family, celebrate with Oakland Roots.
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Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion Showcases a Century of Winners with Le Mans Heritage Display, presented by MOTUL
Daily On-Track Exhibitions to Complement Racing
MONTEREY, Calif., Jan. 27, 2022 — When Le Mans meets Monterey at the annual Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, Aug. 17-20, there will likely be more 24 Hours of Le Mans-winning race cars assembled in one location in America than ever before. Complementing the four Le Mans-specific race groups will be an impressive Le Mans Legends Heritage display, presented by MOTUL, featuring a century of winners and significant cars that have competed in the French classic. These cars may no longer race, yet they represent the best of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Curating the Le Mans Legends display is Ellen Bireley, who brings a wealth of experience and expertise. Bireley is a frequent concours judge at numerous prestigious events including the Pebble Beach and Amelia Island Concours d’ Elegance. She was the curator of August 2021’s Indy Car display at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, as well as numerous well received exhibits at the Petersen Automotive Museum and World of Speed Museum. Additionally, she served nearly three decades at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum in various leadership roles.
“Over the years, I have had the opportunity to get to know a wide range of owners and caretakers of these wonderful collections and help share their significance to the racing world,” said Bireley. “I even help supplement and gather historical information on their cars. I enjoy what I do, as it’s like putting together a great work of art when all the pieces come together.”
Three infrequently seen Le Mans winners are confirmed and will begin illustrating a century of speed from the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
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1929 Bentley Old Number One (chassis #LB2332). Built in 1929, Old Number One was the second Speed Six built, and was done so specifically as a race car. It is perhaps best known for winning the 24 Hours of Le Mans outright in both 1929 and 1930. The car was originally fitted with an open four-seat fabric body by Vanden Plas to meet 1929 Le Mans requirements, however later in the same year a second shell was constructed by Vanden Plas for Brooklands racing. The bodies were changed as needed. |
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1966 Ford GT40 (chassis P/1046) was the first victory for the Ford Motor Company, which took 1st, 2nd, and 3rd overall. While the leading GT40s of McLaren/Amon and Miles/Hulme crossed the finish line at basically the same time, the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) determined that the #2 McLaren/Amon entry would take home the checkered flag. The ACO said chassis P/1046 covered more distance in 24 hours, as it had started the race some eight meters behind the Miles/Hulme car. |
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1979 Porsche 935 K3 (chassis 009 00015) was the first-ever victory of a rear-engine racing car at Le Mans and the 5th of 19 overall victories at Le Mans for Porsche. This works car was entered at Le Mans by Don and Bill Whittington, who, along with co-driver Klaus Ludwig, drove the 700-horsepower twin-turbo monster to a glorious overall win at the world’s most important endurance race.
Entry application for the 12 race groups is currently open through February 15 at https://register.weathertechraceway.com. Each car will be evaluated under strict criteria that includes authenticity, period-correct mechanical and livery, and provenance.
More than 400 authentic and historic race cars will be on track, each one steeped in history. From the pre-1920 Ragtime Racers where riding mechanics sit alongside the driver, to the sleek prototypes that swept through the Circuit des 24 Heures du Mans’ Mulsanne Straight at more than 200 mph, the variety of historic race cars at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion will be unmatched.
Due to the event’s popularity, there are a limited number of VIP ticket packages available, while multiday, individual tickets and camping are available online at www.WeatherTechRaceway.com or by calling the Ticket and Accommodations specialists at 831-242-8200.
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John Brodie
When he retired, John Brodie was the third most prolific career passer in NFL history with 31,548 yards. Now he is ranked 49th. https://bit.ly/3o94dmS will take you to current passing stats and leaders. Brady is, of course, #1.
49ers QB John Brodie had a second career as a Senior PGA Tour professional golfer. He was also a television broadcaster for both sports.
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Weekly Bay Area
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Monday, Jan. 31, through
Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022
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Monday, January 31
Golden State Warriors @ Houston Rockets, 5 p.m.
Tuesday, February 1
Golden State Warriors @ San Antonio Spurs, 5:30 p.m.
San Jose Sharks @ Tampa Bay Lightning, 4 p.m.
Wednesday, February 2
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Golden State Warriors vs. Sacramento Kings, 7 p.m.
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Navigating a career in any business is highly complex, especially in the world of sports and entertainment. Knowing how to separate the logo on your business card from your personal identity is a valuable skill for creating your own career path. Building a career in the sports industry is easier said than done, especially since the business is extremely addictive. Cool corporate logos and titles should never control your true sense of self; your name on the card is much more important! Welcome to the world of LOL, or “Loss of Logo.”
Written for aspiring sports professionals, current sports industry professionals, and any career enthusiasts who are chasing the fancy logo and corner office, LOL, Loss of Logo: What’s Your Next Move? offers valuable takeaways for everyone. Comprised of powerful perspectives from 38 multitalented industry professionals, this book will give you the tools to succeed in the industry, with or without
your logo.
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The New York Yankees are the greatest dynasty, not only in baseball but in all of sports. The Yankees, in fact, embody a series of dynasties, from Ruth-Gehrig through Jeter-Rivera. But the absolute greatest Yankees were the 1949-1953 pinstripers, winners of an unprecedented five consecutive World Series. The Yankee Way, Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa writes in the book's forward, is “full of Yankee winning keys, star-studded competitions, and insights about one of baseball's historically fascinating periods.” Key contributors to this dynasty, including Joe DiMaggio, Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, Billy Martin, Phil Rizzuto, and manager Casey Stengel, are remembered by their teammate, Charlie Silvera, catcher and co-author.
Dave Newhouse was an award-winning sportswriter/columnist for the Oakland Tribune before his retirement. He has continued his work as an author and The Yankee Way is his eighteenth book. He lives with his wife, Patsy, an artist, in Oakland, CA.
ISBN 978-1-937943-60-8 – 196 pages – $24.95
Published by St. Johann Press, P.O. Box 241, Haworth, NJ 07641 (201) 387-1529 www.stjohannpress.com
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Many people -- maybe even you -- have been getting out on their bikes more during Shelter-in-Place. "Check for Bikes" clings and bumper stickers are great ways to keep bicyclists safer out there on the road by promoting awareness by drivers to share the road. Keep safe out there and keep your neighbors safe by using or passing along vinyl clings for inside a car window or windshield and
4" circular bumper stickers. We have Youth and Spanish versions, too!
with questions or to order.
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Ultimate Sports Guide
P.O. Box 4515
Berkeley, CA 94704
510-845-2035
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The Ultimate Sports Guide is very appreciative to the ongoing contributions made by former staff photographer Kenny Karst and Robert Moselle. Mr. Karst, now retired, continues to contribute through helpful ideas and his archives.
Mr. Moselle is now lending his extensive editorial experience and marketing savvy to the publication.
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