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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1967

Page

6

Houston Lacking In Killer Instinct

Houston coach Guy Lewis says his Cougars lack killer instinct as they prepare for a Friday NCAA date with unbeaten top seed UCLA led by Lew Alcindor. He vows Houston will not play a control game and aims to push for a strong offensive effort with Elvin Hayes as a focal point.

Associated Press Lewis UCLA Houston Cougars Bruins Louisville North Carolina Tar Heels Dayton Lew Alcindor Elvin Big E Hayes Southern Methodist Alcindor Big Lew University of Pacific SMU Houston All-America Mustangs

Knicks Open Playoff Hunt Versus Celtics in Boston

New York faces Boston in the NBA playoff opener in Boston on Tuesday. The Knicks, first in eight years, meet the defending champion Celtics, who own a 19-game winning streak against New York. Celtics lead in the final regular season meeting 124-113 as Havlicek sparks the rally.

Associated Press New York Knickerbockers National Basketball Association Boston Knicks Celtics John Havlicek New York Celts NBA Minneapolis Lakers Philadelphia Baltimore San Francisco Western Kings Detroit Chicago Bulls Los Angeles Havlicek Sam Jones Walt Bellamy Howard Romores Wilt Chamberlain Fred Hetzel Nate Thurmond Warriors Bob Boozer McCoy McLemore 76Ers Cincinnati St. Louis

Foss Metal Dominates Ping Pong Victory in Saco

Foss Metal of Saco defeated Southworth Machine of South Portland in a Friday ping pong match at Pepperell Square Recreation Room. Ed Foss starred with left handed play while Jon Foss suffered one loss but won two matches. Foss Metal swept 12-0 in the eight man team event, claiming 24 of 25 contests. Captain Jon Foss invites groups to challenge the metal shop squad.

Foss Metal Saco Southworth Machine South Portland Metal Shop Pepperell Square Ed Foss Jon Foss Metalmen Metalists

Morehead Farmed Out as Red Sox Trim Spring Roster

Boston optioned righty Dave Morehead to Toronto of the International League after a rough spring start. Tony Conigliaro is expected to swing a bat in a week and play in two, as he recovers from a shoulder fracture. Red Sox bullpen and lineup details follow with multiple exhibition results across the Florida schedule.

Associated Press Dave Morehead Morehead Boston Cleveland Indians Toronto New York Mets Dick Williams Winter Haven Fla Williams Tony Conigliaro Tony Red Sox Thomas Tierney Conigliaro George Thomas Bob Tillman Fritz Peterson Thad Tillotson Yankees Peterson Mickey Mantle Cardinals White Sox St. Louis

Twins Open to Trades as Mele Seeks Strength in 1965

Minnesota manager Sam Mele signals openness to deals for pitchers and a left handed hitting outfielder as the club reshapes its roster. Core lineup featuring Harmon Killebrew Tony Oliva and Earl Battey remains, with Ted Uhlaender Cesar Tovar and others vying for key infield and outfield roles.

Mele Harmon Killebrew Zoilo Versalles Tony Oliva Earl Battey

College Scores Across Tournaments and Regions

College teams posted results from NCAA regionals and NAIA events. Notable outcomes include Boston College 96 over No Car 80, Princeton 78 over St John’s N Y, and Virginia Tech 66 in overtime.

Ing Houston Cougars North Carolina Boston College Bob Lewis Dayton Virginia Tech Southern Illinois New York Marquette Salukis Rutgers Bob Lloyd Maurice Stokes St. Francis Scarlet Knights Marshall W.va Princeton St. John’s N.Y Indiana Tennessee Kansas Louisville Texas Western Wyoming Associated Press St. John's Mideast

Secret Workout Is Scheduled By Cassius Clay

Cassius Clay announces a secret workout today as he trains for his title defense against Zora Folley at Madison Square Garden Wednesday night. The unbeaten champion, 25, talks of extra drills and hints this could be his last fight for a long time amid ongoing legal fights over induction into the Army.

New York Cassius Clay Zora Folley Madison Square Garden Clay Folley Chandler Ariz Boxing Writers Association BWA Dick Tiger Nigeria

Dr. Fager Prepares for Bay Shore Debut at Aqueduct

Dr. Fager, Kentucky Derby contender, makes his three year old debut in the $25,000 Bay Shore at Aqueduct this Saturday. Damascus and other notable Derby hopefuls are also entered, with Fountain of Youth and Louisiana Derby prep races on the weekend slate. The Gulfstream Handicap and other key events at Pimlico and Golden Gate complete the major racing card.

Associated Press Dr. Fager Bay Shore Aqueduct Tartan Stable Florida Damascus ao _ Pimlico Edith Bancroft Churchill Downs Ask the Fare Reflected Glory Diplomat Way Fair Grounds New Orleans Great Power Gentleman James Cool Reception Reason To Hail Gulstream Park Ring Amberoid Quinta Bowie Francis A Pimlico Golden Gate Fields

Illinois coaches resign under Big Ten ultimatum

Illinois three coaches Pete Elliott Harry Combes and Howie Braun resigned after the Big Ten demanded firing or suspension over a $21000 athletic slush fund scandal. President Dr David Henry accepted the resignations while preserving contracts through August 31 1967.

Champaign Ill Illinois Big Ten Pete Elliott Harry Combes Howie Braun David D. Henry Athletic Association College of Physical Education Elliott Combes Braun University of Illinois Chicago Reed

Phillies Reinforce Roster In Shoot The Works Drive

Clearwater AP The Phillies push for a pennant with veteran additions Jim Gentile Pedro Ramos Dick Hall and Dick Ellsworth Don Lock building a stronger lineup at first base center field and outfield while Gene Mauch steers an aging but deep pitching staff as Bill White rehurt. Mauch notes Locked strong center field presence with Callison and Briggs in outfield.

Clearwater Fla Bill White Phillies Jim Gentile Pedro Ramos Dick Hall Dick Ellsworth Don Lock Gene Mauch White Phils Mauch Gentile Dick Groat Cenetr Lock Washington Johnny Callison John Briggs Tony Gonzalez Chris Short Jim Bunning Larry Jackson Cubs Rick Wise Joey Jay Reds Braves Cookie Rojas Groat Richie Allen Allen Ronnie Clay Dalrymple Bob Uecker Jimmie Schaffer

Rangers clinch NHL playoff berth with 3-1 win over Boston

The New York Rangers earned their first playoff spot in five years with a 3-1 victory over Boston, ending a nine game winless streak and tying for second with Toronto. Toronto, Montreal and Chicago also posted weekend wins affecting the standings and records.

Associated Press New York Rangers Boston Emile ‘Francis Rangers Toronto Detroit Chicago Montreal iChicago New York Francis Jim Pappin Gordie Howe Red Wings Leafs Bobby Hull Vicago Black Hawks Hull NHL Hawks Henri Richard Canadiens

Ski Conditions Across Maine Report by Ski Maine Association

Portland report notes Mt. Abram 15-20 inches packed powder to excellent, Enchanted 20-40 granular good, Pleasant 10-30 powder and granular good, Saddleback 25-50 packed powder and granular fair to good, Squaw 30-40 powder good to excellent, Sugarloaf 8-50 padded powder and granular fair, Sunday River 10-30 powder. Lost Valley not operating.

Portland Ski Maine Association Big A Mt. Abram Enchanted Mt Lost Valley Pleasant Mt Saddleback Squaw Mt Sunday River

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