Torrid NBA Race Shifts As Teams Rally For Wins
In the NBA Eastern Division chase Baltimore beat San Diego 114-110 with a late rally led by Ray Scott, Cincinnati topped San Francisco 113-107 powered by a Robertson Smith burst, and Boston overwhelmed Seattle 139-92. Atlanta defeated New York 111-106 amid tempers flaring. Kentucky slipped past Denver 109-101 in the ABA, Indiana beat Houston 106-94, Miami routed New York 141-126, and Oakland halted Los Angeles 129. Scott, Robertson, and Smith each shone, while Knicks and Hawks fought a wild bench-clearing finish with Willis Reed and Bill Bridges among those ejected.
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Adult Basketball Loop Proposed In Biddeford
Biddeford residents can join a new adult basketball league this winter by registering at the Biddeford Adult Evening Education office in Biddeford Junior High School. Ken Bissell, adult physical education director, will lead the program aiming to draw out-of-high-school men ages 18 and up. Registration is available Tuesday and Thursday evenings 7 to 9, as the city lacks a recreation program and many residents show no interest in adult basketball.
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Inter League Swap Period Opens With Rumors Swirl
The inter league trading period began today as observers expect multiple moves across MLB between Wednesday and Sunday December 15. Players such as Richie Allen of the Philadelphia Phillies and Joe Torre of the Atlanta Braves are among stars speculated to be on the trading block.
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Lone Junior on Tiger JV Hoop Squad
Biddeford High School's Tiger JV team lists 12 sophomores and one junior this season. Coach Paul Chenard leads the reserves with no senior players mentioned. among tall sophomores are Joe Tipping Scott Cochran and Jeff Lopez. The lone junior is George Vassill. Other players include Bill Cantara Ken Ribaudo Mike Arbour Bob Elie Bill Miniutti Fred Joncas James Monroe Milt Truman and Bill Eon. Team managers are Tim Nelson and Mike Labbe.
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Hearing on Dancer's Image continues in Louisville
After three days of testimony the hearing on Dancer's Image remains analytic and technical as Kenneth W. Smith defends urine tests claiming Phenylbutazone, an analgesic, was present in the 1968 Kentucky Derby winner. The Churchill Downs stewards withheld 122600 from Peter Fuller, whose court fight is reviewed by the Kentucky Racing Commission. Smith cites procedural error but holds the evidence conclusive. Harris of Lincoln counters with faint positives on one test and negative results on others.
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Rams Jayvees Basketball Slate Completed
Kennebunk Rams Jayvees open an 18 game schedule with Old Orchard Beach at home on December 3. The reserve team plays nine home and nine away games, ending at St Ignatius of Sanord. Schedule includes Old Orchard Beach December 3 and February 11 at St Ignatius with multiple away contests at Marshwood Traip Academy York and others.
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Ahepa Smoker in Saco Draws Area Coaches
The annual smoker at Ahepa Hall Pleasant Street Saco is set for tomorrow night at 730 PM with all area coaches invited. Movies of high school football games will be shown and the public is welcome.
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Gorham Woman Wins Western Maine Bowling Title Match
Pat Parkinson of Bowl-A-Wile Lanes defeated Lillian Camire of Roll-A-Way Lanes 2,225 to 2,066 to win the Western Maine title elimination event. Parkinson led early, posting a 1,093 first half and pulling away with steady bowling through the second half.
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Highlands Ski Area Opens Near Gunstock.
In Northfield New Hampshire Bob Elliott and family prepare The Highlands New major ski area aiming for a December 15 ribbon cutting. The $160000 development features nine slopes over six miles of terrain served by a 3000 foot T bar 1800 foot lift two rope towns with capacity over 2500 per hour. Lift tickets priced at 4 on weekends and biweekly night skiing planned. Local family run lodge includes repair shop rental snack nursery and lounge. Mrs Elliott oversees operations. The Ski 93 region growth is boosting skiers to about 300000 annually and expenditures to over 4.5 million.
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NBA Standings and Results Across Leagues
Eastern Division records show Baltimore leading with 13 wins and 4 losses, followed by Cincinnati and Philadelphia, while Milwaukee and New York trail. Wednesday’s results include Baltimore 114 San Diego 110 and Boston 139 Seattle 92. ABA standings list Minnesota atop a mixed field with Kentucky and New York, with several matchups on the schedule.
Red Knights Halifax Bound for Canadian Tip-Off Tournament
St Francis College’s Red Knights travel to Halifax Nova Scotia for the Annual Tip-Off Tournament at St Mary’s University. They are the sole United States entry in the event opening the area basketball season. Participating teams include St Francis Xavier University Dalhousie University and St Mary’s.
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Ken Bissell To Coach Tiger Fresh
Biddeford Freshman basketball has 15 players on its team this season under Coach Ken Bissell. Roster includes Philip Labbe Dennis Crowley Steve Mailman Jon Haines Steve Tanguay Steve Randall Marcel Boisvert Andy Paul Ronald Gagnon Norm Labbe Gary Lago Donald Dube Cher Antonakas George Pouravelis and James Sevigny. Managers are David Gubin and Ronald Hanusek.
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BHS Girls Basketball Team Starts Daily Workouts
Biddeford High School girls basketball under Head Coach Karen Booth trains daily at the Tiger gym. The squad includes 3 seniors 7 juniors and 11 sophomores with Roxanne Quinney as manager. Notable seniors are Rolande Palardis Terry Nadeau and Diane Berthiaume. The 12 game schedule features Dec 16 St Louis Dec 20 at South Portland Jan 7 at Sonny Eagle Jan 9 at Sanford Jan 15 St Louis Jan 21 Bonny Eagle Jan 24 South Portland Jan 28 at Thornton Academy Jan 31 Deering High South Portland Feb 4 Sanford Feb 7 Thornton Academy Feb 13 at Deering.
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Former TA Athlete Wins Recognition
CASTINE Special recognition for defensive efforts were given to several Maine Maritime Academy football players including Dick Bergeron, former Thornton Academy athlete, as the Mariners ended a 4-2-1 season. Bergeron filled the monster position for the Mariners defensive unit and totaled 82 yards in 22 carries for a 3.5 average on offense.
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Perfect Records Set For Yale Harvard Showdown
Yale and Harvard meet with 8-0-0 records for the Ivy League title in a sold out Stadium broadcast on closed circuit. Yale relies on Brian Dowling’s offense and Calvin Hill while Harvard leans on Vic Gatto and a strong freshmen contingent as the 85th renewal of "The Game" headlines a weekend of events.
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Veeck to run Suffolk Downs for fun and higher stakes
Bill Veeck named president of Suffolk Downs declaring a focus on improving racing and customer enjoyment. Realty Equities to buy the track for 12 million in stock and cash, awaiting stockholder and Eastern Racing Association approval. Veeck plans to move his family to Boston, stay involved, and possibly expand the stakes program while maintaining his flair for promotions. He hints at girl jockeys and remains open to baseball without returning to ownership.
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BJHS Squad To Play In County Loop
Biddeford Junior High School's basketball team will compete in the Northern York County League this season under Coach Harold Hanson. Assisting Hanson will be Steve Beaudette. Team manager is Joe Kenneally. Seventh and eighth graders include Norman Daigle William Cosgrove Jere Crowley Tom Anton Craig Cantara Steve Whelan Marc Sylvestre Joe Merrill Bill Zuke Don Houde Marc Malasnik Richard Fortier Kerry Anton Ken Brock John Gilstaff Jeff Cantara Brad Goulet Glen Bunting Brian Arbour Steve Bergeron.
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