Colonels Rally Past Erving In ABA Semis Thriller
In a packed arena, Kentucky’s Dan Issel and Julius Erving traded big numbers as the Colonels beat the Nets 133 113 to take a 2 1 lead in the Eastern Division semifinals. Mike Gale sealed victory with a late steal and layup.
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NFL owners in Scottsdale prep for heated rules debate
At the NFL Spring meeting in Scottsdale the owners planned light committee work before a likely clash over rule changes. Key items include two point conversion and sudden death overtime proposals, plus moves to goal line posts and kickoff possession rules. Rozelle cited two of three Super Bowl proposals rejected by the committee and noted instant replay expansion.
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Nicklaus Favored to Win Masters Amid Reluctant Drive
At Augusta, Jack Nicklaus is the favorite yet appears emotionally cool about the Masters. Trevino notes soft greens and moisture as potential equalizers, while Travino rates Trevino as the best in recent years. Casper may withdraw with a back injury, and Bruce Crampton is seen as a strong foreign challenger as practice days bring drizzle and overcast skies.
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Allen Homers Early as White Sox Top Rangers 4 5-4
Allen launches first training homer in light wind lifting the Chicago White Sox to a 4 to 4 victory over the Texas Rangers. His brother aboard on the blast, Carlos May drove in another run with a double, in the seventh inning. The opener notes Cincinnati and others in spring games.
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NHL WHA merger talks surface after silent owners meeting
Montreal and Toronto reports say a New York meeting Sunday discussed a possible NHL WHA merger. Represented teams included Montreal Canadiens New York Rangers Philadelphia Flyers Pittsburgh Penguins and Winnipeg Jets owner Ben Hatskin. NHL President Clarence Campbell said he had no official information and the conference had no status. Jets trustees may address the issue next Monday.
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Pownal Baseball League Opens Registration
Pownal Life Baseball League announces registration for ages 6 to 12 at Pownal Center School Wednesday night April 11 from 6 30 to 8 00 p m. Registration forms available at the school or from Maurice Highton Paul Clark or Lyle Jelly.
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Ski Areas Offer Free Day Amid Snowfall in New England
United States ski regions in northern New England face lingering spring snow. Sugarloaf Maine reports nearly 20 inches, Killington Vermont and Sunday River Maine announce free skiing Friday to showcase late season conditions. Killington up to seven inches this week, Sunday River 13 to 18 inches.
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Patriot Baseball Looks Strong Amid Major Roster Shifts
Mt Anthony coach John McShane enters his sixth season with an experienced but lean Patriots squad. Key departures leave le Barron at short and Maguire at first while younger players fill in, promising speed and versatility. The pitching staff shows promise with Sausville Parmenter and upticked talent from the junior ranks as Otis Spinelli Field weather and early games shape a tough schedule.
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Rangers Meet Bruins In Boston Garden Playoff Opener
The New York Rangers break from a Fitchburg training hideaway to face the Boston Bruins in the first game of a best of seven series at Boston Garden. Ed Giacomin is widely seen as the likely starting goalie as coach Emile Francis aims for mental and physical readiness for the playoffs. The Rangers will also play Game Two in Boston before returning to New York for Games Three and Four.
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Nationals and Saints in WHA playoff hopes rise
Terry Caffery, a rookie of the year contender, returns near full strength for the New England Whalers as they face the playoffs at Boston Garden. He lost vision with a mask after a broken nose but was a 100 point scorer this season, helping the Whalers to the league's best record. The team, needing sharper play, will use the Garden for playoff games after venue issues with the Bostort Arena.
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