Phoenix Nabs Roche in NBA Draft First Round
Phoenix selected John Roche of South Carolina with the top pick from the Carolinas in the first round of the NBA draft. Others from the region heard their names in later rounds with Mike Gale Elizabeth City State to Chicago in the third, Tom Owens South Carolina to San Diego in the fourth, and Randy Denton Duke to Boston in the fourth.
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Patterson On Comeback Road
Floyd Patterson, 36, in a comeback after a two year layoff, defeated Roger Russell by a ninth round technical knockout in Philadelphia. Patterson said he still has a ways to go despite the victory as he delivered body blows and overhand rights the stoppage came after Russell offered little offense.
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U S To Defend Davis Cup in Charlotte
The United States will defend the Davis Cup in Charlotte October 8 to 10 against the survivor of roughly 60 nations. John Ryan of the Carolina International Tennis Foundation announced Olde Providence Racquet and Swim Club with a 6,000 seat stadium was chosen for the challenge round. Other bids came from Cleveland Phoenix Las Vegas and Dallas.
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Defeat Helps Ali's Popularity in Detroit Charity Show
Muhammad Ali, after losing to Joe Frazier in their multimillion dollar heavyweight title bout on March 8, says the defeat increased his popularity. In Detroit for a charity variety show, he claims the public believes he won and that they judge him as the champion.
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North Carolina dominates All-NIT team with Chamberlain star
North Carolina forward Bill Chamberlain was named to the AP All-National Invitational Tournament team in an overwhelming choice. Randy Denton of Duke also earned a spot. UNC routed Georgia Tech 84-66 to win the championship while Duke dropped a semifinal to UNC and lost the consolation game 92-88 in overtime to St Bonaventure.
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The Citadel Names New Coach
The Citadel announces George Hill to replace Dick Campbell as head basketball coach. Hill comes from the Coast Guard Academy where he earned New England college coach of the year after two seasons and built a 91 58 record overall. He aims to replicate success he had in New London at The Citadel in Charleston.
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South Carolina to withdraw from ACC this summer
University of South Carolina will pull out of the Atlantic Coast Conference effective Aug. 15, with hopes the separation is temporary. USC cited ongoing disagreements over recruiting standards, favoring the NCAA 1.6 grade rule, while ACC Commissioner Bob James noted no bylaw provision for withdrawal.
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USC Trustees Outline ACC Future Amid Scheduling Concerns
The USC board of trustees vows to honor all contracts with member schools and seeks to stay in the ACC while adjusting eligibility to national standards. James expects a conference meeting before May and notes ongoing talks with ACC faculty leaders as USC remains a member until August 15. Dietze and McGuire say the board's statement reflects their views as well.
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Bucks 104 9 over SF leads 2-0 in series
Milwaukee tops Golden State 104 to 9 to take a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference semifinals. The series continues with San Francisco and Milwaukee in Madison, Wisconsin, and Los Angeles visiting Chicago as L A holds a 2-0 or better status.
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Carr's Pick Opens NBA Draft War Amid Haywood Fight
Cleveland selects Austin Carr of Notre Dame as Buffalo and Seattle clash over Spencer Haywood. Haywood, a 6 foot 8 forward, remains in dispute after Seattle signed him amid league by law challenges. Cleveland assures Carr will sign. Buffalo and Seattle conflict continues.
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Racing Roundup Showcases Multiple Winners Across Tracks
New York s Lin ton Boosters Purse at Aqueduct went to outgained Royal Islet by a half length. Hallandale Gulfstream Park saw Pow Wow win the headliner over Speedy Sephyr. Bowie Elk s Purse at Bowie went to Movie Man by a nose over Winds At War. Lincoln Downs North Kingston Purse was claimed by Tape Deck by 1% lengths over Wild Nail. New Orleans Fair Grounds featured Mr King Twist outlasting Thirty Dashes. Oaklawn Park saw She Is Gorgeous rally late to beat Running Beauty.
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Peggy Kirk Bell to coach youths at Pine Needles
Former LPGA teacher of the year Peggy Kirk Bell plans a three week youth golf clinic at Pine Needles from July 11 to 31. She will personally supervise and teach youngsters aged 10 to 15, accompanied by her husband Warren Bell, a former pro basketball player.
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Buckeyes Pose Threat To UCLA
Ohio State Buckeyes emerge as a dangerous challenger to UCLA following their Big Ten title and notable NCAA run. Coach Fred Taylor's squad, led by Alan Hornyak Luke Witte Mark Minor Bob Siekmann and Dave Merchant, upset Marquette and pushed Western Kentucky to overtime before losing.
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