Unitas Traded to Chargers Amid Retirement Doubts
Aging Johnny Unitas is traded from Baltimore to San Diego as the Chargers seek a starting QB. Unitas questions reporting to the West Coast and faces a potential shift in his personal services contract, while coach Don McCafferty’s successor remains a point of contention.
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Ravens Seek Road Win at Taylor To Break Slump
Anderson College travels to Upland to face HBCC rival Taylor seeking to end a 4-6 road skid. Coach Bob Blume notes balance across the lineup led by Aalbregtse and Freeman Blade as AC searches for wins to climb from 3-5 in conference play.
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Trojans
Corso Pledges Aggressive Indiana Recruiting Drive
Indiana University hires Lee Corso as head coach and outlines an extensive in-state and national recruiting plan. He vows open press access, emphasizes a family team culture, and aims to quickly reshape IU with top players while acknowledging the challenge of immediate success.
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West Team Loses Jabbar in All Star Setback
The favored West squad removes Kareem Abdul Jabbar from the All-Star game citing personal problems and Rick Barry due to injury on the eve of the NBA’s 23rd All-Star game. Bob Love and Connie Hawkins replace Jabbar and Barry, with Hawkins filling the forward spot and Jabbar’s center role handled by Wilt Chamberlain as coach Bill Sharman prepares.
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Fuming Reds Set For 1973
Sparky Anderson claims the 1973 Reds are angry yet confident after a 1972 World Series defeat and 1971 collapse. The Caravan in Indianapolis showcased key additions and high hopes, with Johnny Bench, Roger Nelson, and Jack Pillingham praised as the backbone of a likely pennant winning season.
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Unitas Criticizes Trade To San Diego
Baltimore quarterback John Unitas learned he was traded to San Diego after a newsman broke the story. He said he would meet his attorney to discuss details and might go to San Diego to speak with Chargers owners. He stressed he wants to play and questioned Baltimore’s handling of the deal.
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College basketball scores roundup from several games
Indiana 97 at Michigan State 89. Purdue 66 at Wisconsin 59. Duquesne 81 at Notre Dame 72. Maryland 105 at Wake Forest 76. Alabama 89 at Georgia Tech 83. The Citadel 73 at Georgia State 59. Auburn 64 at Georgia 62. Jacksonville 100 at East Carolina 61. Michigan 80 at Northwestern 79. Loyola Chicago 1 dollar at Western Michigan 71. Oklahoma 86 at Iowa State 84. Vanderbilt 76 at Kentucky 75. Murray 73 at Tenn Tech 72.
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