Prothro Converts Rams New LA Coach May Shock Vets
LA Rams hire Tommy Prothro bringing a new philosophy focused on body mechanics and low centers of gravity. He aims to elevate veterans like Merlin Olsen and Deacon Jones, rejects constant recruiting, and blends coaching with contract bridge interests while tracing influences to Wade Bierman Neyland.
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Bruins Aim for Fifth Title as USC Faces Undefeated Trojans
UCLA rests guard Bobby Wicks and forward Curtis Rowe with 23.9 and 20 ppg as they try to topple unbeaten USC before a 15,500 crowd at the Los Angeles Sports Arena. Wicks Rowe and Steve Patterson form the front line, with Naismith-era stars returning for the showdown broadcast locally and nationally.
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Rangers pull into second place tie in district race
Sterling upset La Marque 89-83 at the Cougar Den to pull even in District 244A with a 6-3 league mark. The Rangers, led by Osterhus, Askew, and Tony Barnett, overcame an early deficit and without Carl Barnett until the third period, rallied for the win and a share of second place behind Clear Creek. La Marque was led by Rip Hirsch and Roy Wilson, while Ball High and Texas City also influenced the tight three way race. Regular-season totals show Sterling at 20-9 with four straight league wins.
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Creek Runs Passed Ganders in 89-41 Victory
Clear Creek Wildcats roll to an 89-41 win over Robert E. Lee at Gander gym, extending their district win streak to nine and closing in on an 18th straight 24-4A title. Four Wildcats reach double figures led by Dave Boring 20 and Alton Anderson with 20. Ganders struggle from the floor, 28 of 92, and drop to 3-6 in district. They head to Angleton next Tuesday.
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Base star salaries rise for Robinson and Brock
Orioles third baseman Brooks Robinson joins the $100,000 club with a new pay near 100000 while Cardinals outfielder Brock Baseball earns about 95000 under a renewed contract. Robinson starred with a .429 World Series batting, .276 in 1970, and key fielding plays. Brock posted a .304 average, set a modern steal record with 50 plus bases in six straight seasons.
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Astrodome Hosts National Indoor Track Championship
The third annual Astrodome Federation National Indoor Track and Field Championships arrive at the Astrodome on Feb 12–13 with prelims at 9 AM and finals at 6:30 PM. More than 2,500 athletes from around the world compete for 52 titles. Notables include Curtis Mills of Texas A&M Marty Liquori of Villanova Jeff Bennett of Oklahoma Christian Dave Morton of Texas. Tickets by mail via Astrodome Relays, P O Box 1691, Houston.
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Baytown Women Host 13th Annual City Bowling Tourney
The Baytown Women’s Bowling Association proceeds with the 13th annual city tournament at Bay Lanes. Finals run Sunday with singles and doubles on Saturday and team events on Sunday afternoon. Leaders include Hazel Smith in Class A singles, Millie Ashley in Class B singles, Kay Sarver and Judy Rochelle in Class A doubles, and Pearl Bays with Millie Ashley in Class B doubles.
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Houston Astros ink 23 players for 1971 spring training
Houston confirms half the 43 man spring roster have signed contracts. Pitchers Don Wilson Tom Griffin and others plus newcomers Roger Matzger and Jack Hiatt are among signings. Richardson says Houston leads in early signees with no major signing hurdles expected.
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