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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1968

Page

11

Falcons Clinch MAC Title With 84 83 Win Over Ohio

Bowling Green clinched the 1968 Mid-American Conference basketball crown by defeating Ohio 84 83. The Falcons hold a 10 2 league record and earn the MAC berth in the NCAA Tournament, facing Marquette in the first round before a potential Lexington trip to meet Kentucky. Toledo and Marshall chase the NIT bid with key games looming. Fred Foster of Miami extends scoring lead as Toledo eyes Villanova and Ohio University.

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Jayvee Team Beats Varsity in Philadelphia Catholic League

North Catholic High School played its junior varsity squad after the varsity was suspended by coach Johan Friel for cutting classes. The Jayvees defeated Bishop McDevitt High School 77 to 60 in the Northern Division playoff.

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Television Guide Schedule Fragment with Merv Griffin and News

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Twilight Zone and Other TV Listings Outline Night Schedule

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Kentucky Clinches SEC Title With 57 Victory Over Auburn

Adolph Rupp’s Kentucky Wildcats clinched the Southeastern Conference crown by defeating Auburn 57 to 49, securing a 16th NCAA tournament berth. Sophomores Dan Issel Mike Pratt and Mike Casey led with 21 18 and 18 points respectively as Kentucky shot 51.5 percent and opened the second half with a 16-4 spurt.

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Bobkittens top Ohio State frosh 75 to 68 in season finale

Ohio University freshmen coached by Dale Bandy close their season with a 75 68 victory over Ohio State at John Arena. Bobkittens four players reach double figures led by Ken Kowal 21 and Craig Love 19 with 25 rebounds. Ohio State frosh end 8 3 against collegiate opponents.

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West Virginia Games on TV in Southern Conference Tourney

West Virginia University games in the Southern Conference tournament will be televised on WHTN TV Channel 13 from Charlotte, N C. The Mountaineers begin Thursday at 9 p.m. if they win, telecasts move to Friday at 9 p.m. and Saturday at 8 p.m.

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