All-Southern Conference football team named
West Virginia tailback Garrett Ford headlined the 1966 All-Southern Conference squad, chosen by writers and coaches. William and Mary star Albertson and Davidson's Poole also highlighted a 22-man team with four players from William and Mary and East Carolina.
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Yankees and Dodgers pursue Maury Wills three way deal
The Yankees and Dodgers are pushing for a three way trade to land Maury Wills as the hole at shortstop looms. New York has and is seeking an infielder return, with Bill Robinson now in the fold and Bobby Richardson out. Bundled with Wills, the Yankees may part with Roger Maris or pitchers Jim Bouton or Al Downing, while the Dodgers seek a ready shortstop in the multi team arrangement. The Orioles Cleveland and Chicago clubs remain in the mix as potential partners and it could accelerate soon.
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Lynchburg Honors Bill Dudley First Virginian Hall of Fame
The city hosted a tribute for Bill Dudley, Virginia’s first Hall of Fame inductee in college and pro football. Speakers included Justice Byron White and Lt. Gov. Fred Pollard as 275 admirers lauded Dudley for athletic genius and civic service. Dudley, now a Virginia lawmaker and Lynchburg businessman, thanked the crowd.
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WVU recruiting woes in Bluefield area noted by press box
The article discusses WVU football recruiters facing a psychological block in Bluefield area. It cites past WVU underperformers and strong showings by Area players at other colleges. It highlights Carlen’s preference for speed and quickness over sheer bulk and notes several local players with notable college careers.
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State college stars earn All State soccer honors
Roanoke College and Randolph Macon each place three players on the Virginia Soccer Assn All State team. Other notes include coaching awards, bowl selections, and NFL and boxing item updates across the country.
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Seven vets lead Wildcat attack in season opener
Spanishburg begins 1966-67 basketball with seven lettermen led by high scorers Fred Conner and Kenny Tolliver. The Wildcats travel to Oakvale Friday night with a deep lineup and no fixed starting five as Coach Bryan M. Bush notes nine players could start.
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WVU Signs Mount Hope QB George Boyd
George Boyd a 6 foot 2 inch 200 pound quarterback from Mount Hope High School signed Wednesday to play football at West Virginia University. He led Mount Hope to a 7 2 1 record this year scoring 12 touchdown passes and seven rushing touchdowns while gaining over 400 yards. He also played linebacker and defensive end on defense.
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Vanderbilt at Western Kentucky opens college basketball season
Vanderbilt visits Western Kentucky as the top game on opening night. WKU, 25 3 last season, seeks a bounce back win in the AP Top Ten heavy slate. Other listed openers include UCLA Duke Kentucky Louisville and Texas Western among others. Navy hosts Baltimore University in Annapolis to start the slate.
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Big Blues Open 1967 Season In Loss To Tech 82 71
Bluefield State College Big Blues lost their season opener at home to West Virginia Tech 82 71 after leading 32 31 at halftime. Tim Floyd and Al Toothman led Tech with strong scoring while Richard Johnson of BluefieldState tallied 34 points on 12 two pointers and 8 free throws.
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Communist Nears High Jump Record At Asian Games
Ni Chih-Chin of China cleared 7 feet 5 3 8 inches in Phnom Penh the opening day of the Asian GANEFO report states. He trails Valery Brumel's world best by three eighths of an inch according to New China News Agency.
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Claiborne scouts Miami as Hokies prep for Liberty Bowl
Virginia Tech coach Jerry Claiborne watched Miami film study reveals giant players. Tech held inside in cold weather to inspect Miami offense and defense. Wing back spot remains unsettled with senior Eddie Bulleller nursing a knee injury from VMI.
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Racing Dates Set for Charles Town and Shenandoah Downs
The State Racing Commission announced 1967 and 1968 meeting dates for Charles Town and Shenandoah Downs. Charles Town opens March 10 to June 3 with 73 racing dates and again July 31 to Sept 23 with 48 racing dates.
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NFL realignment puts Atlanta in West and New Orleans in East
New conference layout announced by Commissioner Rozelle reshapes the NFL for 1967 and 1968. Western Conference groups Detroit Chicago Green Bay Minnesota and Los Angeles San Francisco Baltimore Atlanta while the East lines up Cleveland Pittsburgh St Louis New York and Philadelphia Washington Dallas New Orleans. The Giants’ schedule needs and sellouts influenced placing New York in the East alongside New Orleans. Final 14 game format involves intra group play and cross conference games. AFL and NFL joint committee to study Super Bowl and drafts also met.
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Hunt Expresses Regret After Mets Trade
Ron Hunt, 25, says he hoped to remain with the Mets after his trade to the Dodgers. The deal sent Hunt and Jim Hickman to Los Angeles in exchange for Tommy Davis and Darrell Griffith as New York seeks a brighter future.
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