Thanksgiving Day clash moves off the calendar
Texas and Texas A&M will not play on Thanksgiving this year. The game, long tied to the fourth Thursday, is set for Nov. 30 while Nov. 23-25 are designated as Thanksgiving holidays. Officials consider shifting the rivalry to a Saturday if possible.
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Buffalo and Houston Fail to Gain NAFL Franchise
On January 20 in Philadelphia NAFL owners rejected admitting a 14th team, with Buffalo and Houston leading the effort and Detroit not voting. Commissioner Bert Bell noted most discussion centered on Buffalo as teams weighed schedules and attendance pitches. Public fundraising and season ticket efforts among Buffalo residents intensified after the defeat.
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Williams Stops Bratton in Chicago Stadium
Ike Williams world lightweight champion stopped Johnny Bratton with a technical knockout in the eighth round of a ten round non title bout at Chicago Stadium Friday night.
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Simmons Joins Tribe Coaching Staff In Cleveland
Al Simmons, a 26 year veteran with a .334 lifetime average, joined the Cleveland Indians as a coach on Friday. He becomes the third coach signed, joining Oscar Melillo and Muddy Ruel, with Mel Harder negotiating for a role next week.
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St Ed's and Trinity Set Coliseum Clash
St Edward's Hilltoppers host Trinity University of San Antonio at 8 pm in the City Coliseum for a Gulf Coast Conference debut. Trinity, led by Eddie Recko and Buck Kackella, enters as the taller visitor aiming to slow St Ed's speed and extend a strong league resume.
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Anderson Grinds Washington In 90 73 High School Win
Anderson routed Booker T. Washington of Houston 90 to 73 as 16 players saw action and a pregame agreement kept foulouts at bay. Roy Atkins 24 and Donald Spence 23 led Anderson, while Harold Hendricks 21 and Jack Barber 19 sparked the Houston Eagles.
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Hollmig and Nicholson Sign with Phillies
Philadelphia Phillies receive contracts from two right fielders. Bill Nicholson signs as a veteran and Stan Hollmig, a promising sophomore, mailed his agreement from Hondo Texas. Manager Eddie Sawyer had praised Hollmig's potential.
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Taylor Tops Belton In Tight District Showdown
In a District 21A clash Taylor edged Belton 36 34 as Dickey Taylor scored 11 in the final minutes to erase a four point deficit with five minutes left. Bobby Jim Moegle had 12 for Taylor while Belton’s Bob Tulloch led with 12. The Taylor B team also beat Belton 35 21.
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Lockhart Beats San Marcos 37 34 In Overtime
Lockhart takes the District 24A lead by edging San Marcos 37 34 in overtime. Fernando Rodriguez tied it with two free throws, then David Mitch scored a field goal and Billy Schroeder added a free throw to seal the win. Andrew Gary led San Marcos with 10 points. Kenneth Williams and Glenn Moore paced Lockhart.
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Golden Gloves Gab Sparks Interest in City Coliseum Tourney
Interest soars for the regional Golden Gloves event at City Coliseum January 24 to 27 as fighters enter final prep. Weigh-ins Tuesday 1 to 6 pm, pairing draw by Joe Prowse. expected 18 bouts opening night with high school novice and open classes. About 85 entrants spar two more days before the four night schedule begins.
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Harden Sets Long Beach Course Record With 62
Sam Snead and Jack Harden headline the field but Paso Harden leads after the first round of the Long Beach tournament. Paso shoots 62 at Lakewood Country Club, while Snead posts 68 and is six back as Demaret Middlecoff Hamilton and Gafford follow in pursuit.
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Paschal Panthers sweep Maroons 53 43 in AHL clash
Paschal Panthers beat the Maroons 53 43 for their 41st straight win over two years. Martin Wiginton led Paschal with 17 points and Bobby Forston added 16 as the Panthers built a 27 21 halftime edge and withstood a late Austin rally.
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St. Edward's tops Central Catholic 29 16 in league clash
St. Edward's defeated Central Catholic 29 to 16 in a Texas Private League game. Stan Havelka scored nine and Ray Reeds seven for the Eds. The St. Edwards B team won 21 to 18.
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Academy Wins 33 18 Over Range
San Marcos Academy led 25-1 by halftime and held Range to 18 points as A. B. Cockroft scored nine in a Friday night game in San Marcos.
Georgetown Rips Killeen 45 to 29 in district clash
Georgetown pulled away after a 6-6 opening tie to beat Killeen 45-29 in a District 21A game. Max Barron scored 14 and Frank added eight for Georgetown while the Eagles’ B team led the visitors early.
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Polly Riley Takes Early Tampa Open Lead
Polly Riley, Fort Worth amateur, moved into a three stroke lead at the halfway point of the Tampa Open golf tournament in Tampa Florida. Riley carded 38 36 74 for 146 while leader Babe Zaharias fell back with 42 40 82 for 152.
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