Irish Fall Short as Stevens Lifts Tech in OT Thriller
Virginia Tech beat Notre Dame 92 91 in overtime at Madison Square Garden. Bobby Stevens sank a 10 foot jumper at regulation end and delivered a 15 footer near nine seconds left in overtime, then converted a free throw to seal the comeback.
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Baseball Results From Saturday and Sunday AP Summary
Saturday scores include St Louis 1 Cincinnati 0 and Philadelphia 6 New York 6? Montreal 10 Texas 2 Baltimore split squad 5 Atlanta, San Francisco 14 California 4 San Diego 2 Milwaukee 1 Chicago 7 Oakland 6 in 12. Minnesota 10 Boston 6 Kansas City 2 Detroit 7 Pittsburgh 6 Baltimore split squad 3 New York 1 Sunday rain affected several games with St Louis Cincinnati Pittsburgh New York and Philadelphia Boston and Minnesota playing 5 innings plus 1 2 5. Oakland 4 Milwaukee 3 10 innings Los Angeles 3 Houston 2 split. Oakland 3 San Diego 0 split. Chicago 8 California 3 New York 10 Baltimore Texas 15 Kansas City 7 Monday games listed at multiple Florida and Arizona sites.
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Meet the New Murderers Row in Bronx Exhibition Rally
The rejuvenated Yankees blasted 16 hits for a 10-2 spring training win over Baltimore as Nettles Blomberg Callison Alou Allen and White produced runs. Derek Alexander gave up nine hits and seven runs in 1 2 innings. Other trades and games across the majors included Cleveland beating San Francisco 7-4 behind Hendrick Duncan and Duncan doubled, Oakland defeating San Diego 3-0 with Fosse and Heidemann goalless at the plate, and several other exhibition results across the league.
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Athletics obtain Fosse Heidemann in AL trade
The Oakland Athletics acquired catcher Ray Fosse and infielder Jack Heidemann from the Cleveland Indians in exchange for catcher Dave Duncan and outfielder George Mendrick in an American League trade.
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NIT Final Preview Highlights Virginia Tech Notre Dame Game
College basketball report lists NIT championship likely matchups featuring Virginia Tech versus Notre Dame and North Carolina against Alabama with teams highlighted for key showdowns and potential title implications.
Greensboro Open qualifying begins for 210000 event
Qualifying starts at two sites for 24 spots in the Greater Greensboro Open to be held at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro. About 140 amateurs locals and touring pros seek championship access on the 6800 yard layout as play starts Thursday.
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Satchel Paige and the Color Line Hall of Fame legend
The piece chronicles Satchel Paige's rise from the Negro leagues to the Major Leagues, noting his disputed birth year, legendary pitching feats, and pivotal 1948 Indians debut that helped break baseball's color barrier. It traces his career with the Chattanooga Black Lookouts, Birmingham Black Barons, Pittsburgh Crawfords, Monarchs, and Indians, ending with his farewell major league appearance at age 59.
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Memphis State Faces UCLA In NCAA Title Showdown
Memphis State 24 5 and 12th ranked meets 29 0 top ranked UCLA in the NCAA final televised by NBC at 9 10 p.m. EST. Coach Gene Bartow says his Tigers will stick to their run and shoot while UCLA coach John Wooden emphasizes disciplined play and a 74 game win streak.
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NBA Standings and Scores Eastern Atlantic Lead Moves
The Boston Celtics lead the Atlantic with 66 wins and 14 losses while New York stands 57 and 25. Baltimore and Milwaukee headline the West as top teams. Results include Boston 125 Houston 121 and Baltimore 112 Atlanta 105.
Sebring 12-Hour: Gregg Haywood Helmick Porsche Dominates
Peter Gregg Hurley Haywood and Dr. Dave Helmick guided a Porsche Carrera to a decisive 10 mile win in the 23rd Sebring 12-Hour. Niki Lauda and Brian Muir won at Monza in the European circuit opener. Rain postponed Martinsville Dogwood 500. Cale Yarborough led all 500 laps for Bristol Southeastern 500 victory.
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Bronze Hill shocks field to win Irish Sweepstakes at Doncaster
In Doncaster bronzed longshot Bronze Hill overtakes 26 runners to win the Irish Sweepstakes Lincolnshire Handicap by a neck in a $125,000 prize for ticket holders. West Coast Scout edges clear at Gulfstream for a half length victory in the $134,800 Gulfstream Handicap. Big Spruce roars past rivals at Santa Anita to take the Luis Rey Stakes by one length, beating Cougar II.
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Goalie Ross Brooks Improves Bruins Win over Sabres
Bruins rookie Ross Brooks pushed his unbeaten record to 11 0 with a 6-1 victory over Buffalo at Boston Garden. Esposito and Orr each scored twice as Boston built a four point lead in the Eastern Division. Brooks credited defense and veteran help from Plante and Johnston for key saves.
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Kasko Faces Week of Decisions in Spring Training
In Winter Haven Florida Boston Red Sox manager Eddie Kasko plans a decisive week as 14 pitchers practice, four beyond the announced limit. Pitching coach Lee Stange outlines Tiant Pattin Curtis starts to shape the rotation with rain delaying a Phillies game. Tiant to start against St Louis Cardinals, Moret to finish, Curtis set for Mets debut week.
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Tracksters Start Making Money in Pro Circuit Debut
Lee Evans, world 400m record holder, denounces amateur hypocrisy as he joins the ITA. Kip Keino wins the mile as Bob Hayes appears in a 40 yard dash and Brian Oldfield shines in shot put at the ITA meet in Los Angeles. Evans also nears the indoor amateur 500 record with 1 08.9.
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Flyers Beat Blues 5-2 in National Hockey League action
The Philadelphia Flyers defeated the St Louis Blues 5-2 to stay in a second place tie in the West Division behind Minnesota. Boston, California, Chicago, Vancouver and Pittsburgh also won while Dallas and New York dropped.
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Lessard Tandem Victors In Rolloff At Roll-Away Lanes
Ray and Roger Lessard totaled 1 127 scratch and 1 187 with handicap to win the weekly five string handicap rolloff at Roll-Away Lanes on Saturday. The couple took team single honors with 275 in the third string, while Al Guillereault and Jan were runner up with 1 106 and a 75 pin handicap. High individual scores included R Derry and M Lessard 1 070, J Paquette and M Dube 1 038, J Foran and D Boutin 1 011, and R Valliere with R Neault 968. The 17 10 jackpot again remained unf hit, now at 50 dollars.
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New Colts Hire Reveals Howard Schnellenberger Coach
The Baltimore Colts announce the appointment of Howard Schnellenberger as the new head coach. He replaces the previous leader and brings a fresh coaching staff to the franchise as it plans for the upcoming season.
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