Alcindor Ends Glorious UCLA Career With 92-72 Purdue Victory
UCLA star Lew Alcindor capped a record three year era by leading the Bruins to a 92-72 NCAA title over Purdue. He scored 37 points and grabbed 20 rebounds in his collegiate finale, signaling a potential jump to pro basketball with Nets or Bucks holding draft rights.
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Slugging Deron Johnson Eyes Comeback With Phils
Deron Johnson, a 1965 slugging star for Cincinnati, eyes a Phillies comeback in 1969 spring training. The 30-year-old San Diegan leads in slugging and RBIs and may man first or third base as he recovers from a hand injury after being acquired from Atlanta. He homered in a 5-2 win over the Dodgers and has driven in 10 runs in five games.
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Nixon predicts Staub will reconsider quitting
Russ Nixon believes Rusty Staub may back off from threats to quit if forced back to the Astros. Nixon, recalling his own 1960 spring trade with Frank Lane and Ford Frick, says Staub will likely change his mind and continue his career with Houston or another opportunity, noting Staub’s long tenure and salary concerns.
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Heavy Ford GT40 wins second Sebring test
At Sebring Florida UPI reports Jackie Ickx and Jack Oliver led the Ford GT40 to victory in the 12 hour race. The Ferrari and Porsche suffered suspension issues as the GT40 completed 239 laps at an average speed of 103.363 mph securing a second straight world manufacturers title bid.
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Floyd nets 4300 per foot in playoff win at Jacksonville
Ray Floyd drains a crucial two footer in a sudden death playoff to claim the Greater Jacksonville Open title and $20,000, while Gardner Dickinson settles for $11,400 after a lengthy final round duel. Dickinson had a 23 foot birdie attempt lip out on the final hole.
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Snow Valley Meet Draws Skier Talent Across Four States
A large field of 60 junior downhill and slalom skiers from four states competed in the first Snow Valley Junior Slalom and Downhill at Snow Valley. John and Malcolm Irons of Bennington won the downhill and slalom events respectively, joined by Calvin Erdman East Dorset and Chriss Parker Manchester Depot as double winners. The meet, praised as highly successful, will become an annual event in the local area.
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Temple Owls Win NIT Title In Cinderella Run
Temple University Owls clinched the 1969 National Invitation Tournament title with a 89-76 victory over Boston College, denying Bob Cousy a final coaching finale. Senior John Baum led Temple with 30 points and 10 rebounds, while Terry Driscoll of BC earned MVP honors with 96 tournament points.
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YMCA Softball Meeting Slated
The first organizational meet for the YMCA Softball League will be held tomorrow evening at the YMCA starting at 7 30. Groups or individuals wishing to enter should attend or call the YMCA to submit names. Officers will be elected, rules reviewed, fields and umpires set, and costs decided. Last year’s fee was 80 dollars.
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