Alabama Stuns Minnesota in NIT Upset
New York UPI reports Alabama basketball delivered what was hailed as the biggest upset of the 25th NIT by defeating ninth-ranked Minnesota 63 57 in first-round action. Tide coach C M Newton adjusted defense in the second half as Wendell Hudson limited Clyde Turner, who led Minnesota with 13 points, to eight in the final period. Huson scored 20 for Alabama, while Minnesota struggled to 4 percent shooting after halftime. Virginia Tech edged Fairfield 77 76 in the other quarterfinal to set a semis matchup against Alabama, with Notre Dame and North Carolina meeting for the other berth. Bryant was not present for the doubleheader.
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Stars two away from second ABA title chase
Utah Stars need two victories to clinch their second straight ABA title in the East division race. Ron Boone scored 30 as Utah beat Virginia 134-115 in Salt Lake City, with Willie Wise adding 27. Dallas Cougars fell to Carolina Chaparrals 133-113 as New York Memorix kept a close watch on standings.
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Flyers clinch playoff berth with four early goals
Flyers thrashed Vancouver 4 0 in seven minutes to secure a playoff spot and move into a tie for second in the West with Minnesota. Tick MacLeish scored twice for Philadelphia while Ross Lonsberry notched his NHL career hat trick. New York Rangers beat Atlanta 4 1 to stay level with Boston, who won at Minnesota as Jacques Plante guarded the Bruins net.
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Culp Throwing Well May Earn Bosox Spring Roster
Ray Culp and Dave Lafioche impressed in exhibition games as Culp, returning from a major shoulder operation last September, works to secure a spot on the Red Sox roster despite not being listed in spring training.
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Bennington Cats upset undefeated North Adams 2 1 in hockey
The Bennington Catamounts defeated the previously unbeaten North Adams 2-1 in a hard fought game. Louis Despre tied the game with 13:10 left after a scramble in front of the net. Phil Steckler and Neil Moss assisted on the decisive goal with 4:06 remaining.
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Wrestling tournament trims high school division to two groups
Because of high demand for the MAYAA wrestling event, organizers cancel the high school division for March 31. The remaining divisions include elementary for boys seven through sixth grade and junior high for ages 13 to 15, with both divisions kept intact by association officials.
Jets clinch West title with 1 1 tie against Oilers
Jets snap five game skid to tie the Oilers 1 1 as Norm Banotla scores late in the third period while Bobby Hull misses a penalty shot. Alberta’s Jack Norris denies Hull on the spot attempt as Winnipeg clinches the WHA West division. Minnesota rises past Chicago in overtime. Ottawa Nationals rally to beat New England Whalers 4 2 as Bob MacMillan nets winner with three seconds left in OT.
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Bucks defense powers win over Warriors to stay tied for best record
Bucks dominate Golden State 108-98 as Kareem Abdul Jabbar and Oscar Robertson combine for 62 points. Milwaukee holds Rick Barry and Jeff Mullins to six total points, keeping pace with the Lakers for the top NBA record and potential playoff advantages.
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Mt Williams Dairy Beats Bennington In YMCA Tournament
Mt Williams Dairy tripped Bennington Troops 75 to 59 in North Adams Massachusetts. Swayn Sprague led with 24 points as Mt Williams opened 20 8 and dominated early. Paul Rice led Bennington with 15 points while Jim Maguire Randy Moore and Tom Miller contributed in a hard fought game.
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Pep Club Gala Ends With Three Basketball Contests
The Burr and Burton Pep Club hosts an athletic gala at Manchester Elementary School on Tuesday March 27 featuring three games. HBS women faculty vs students opens, then boys vs girls, followed by a senior varsity vs BES faculty clash, with refreshments during intermission.
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