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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1973
Page
7
Bruce Crampton defeated a multi man tie with a 20 foot birdie on the 72nd hole to win the Phoenix Open in Phoenix Arizona. The Australian veteran shared his doubt about deserving the win despite the dramatic finish and his long pro tour career.
Anthony Davis of USC, a sophomore star on the national champions football team, is recovering after a car crash that partially severed his left Achilles tendon. Police say his sports car struck a light pole after he apparently fell asleep at the wheel in Inglewood California.
The Charlotte Athletic Club announces nominees for the first Carolinas Athlete of the Year Award. Candidates include Billy Cunningham Kevin Joyce Jim Catfish Hunter Gaylord Perry and Lanny Wadkins. The banquet to honor them is set for January 23 in Charlotte.
Murray, Michigan star and Big Ten champion, defeats a field led by 1972 Olympic champ Rod Milburn and 1968 Olympic champ Willie Davenport at the Knights of Columbus Indoor Track Meet in Uniondale New York. Also present were Tom Hill of the U.S. Army and LSU's Larry Shipp.
Wolde of Ethiopia dominates the Lagos marathon at the All Africa Games, posting 2 hours 27 minutes 32.02 seconds to lead from start to finish and secure the championship.
Onny Parun of New Zealand defeated Evonne Goolagong of Australia in straight sets to win the men's singles title at the New Zealand Open in Auckland. Goolagong rallied from a two-set deficit but could not overcome Parun in the final.
Pittsburgh reports Schinkel named head coach of the Penguins after the firing of Red Kelly, with Ken coaching duties reassigned in the National Hockey League club.
ARCADIA Calif. Gary Dickinson of Fort Worth Texas won the $70,000 Don Carter Classic, securing his first official professional victory in a PBA event.
Miami quarterback Bob Griese led a dominant performance as the Dolphins defeated the Washington Redskins 14 7 in Super Bowl VII at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Griese and Larry Csonka paced the offense while Miami’s defense stifled Washington, delivering a perfect season with no ties and earning substantial postseason shares for players.
The NCAA adopted new limits on athletic scholarships and aid at its 67th convention in Chicago. Football scholarships are capped at 30 new per year with an overall 105, replacing the old 1.6 GPA rule with a 2.0 minimum and allowing yearly aid renewals with hearing rights. The measures go into effect August 1, and may curb redshirting practices.
Vanderbilt University in Nashville reports coach and athletic director Bill Pace will resign today after a long tenure since 1966. An official announcement is expected at noon with staff briefings planned. speculation includes Steve Sloan Jess Neely Charley Thornton and Bill Wade as potential successors.
Miami's 147 Super Bowl win is highlighted by Manny Fernandez tallying 10 tackles and Jake Scott's two interceptions tying a game record. Bob Griese returns for the first time post injury guiding two touchdowns, while Larry Csonka nears the rushing mark.
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