Pistons Trade Ex-Coach DeBusschere to Knicks for Bellamy and Komives
The Detroit Pistons trade former coach Dave DeBusschere to the New York Knicks for Walt Bellamy and Howard Komives. DeBusschere, a seven year Pistons veteran and 1965 66 67 coach, played at the University of Detroit. Bellamy, 6 11, is a scoring standout who played for Indiana in college. Komives, 6 1 guard, is in his fourth NBA season. Paul Seymour, the Pistons new coach, says the move was necessary as the team had slumped under Dennis Butcher and after Seymour’s arrival.
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Oakvale routs Sandstone 102-76 for second win
Roger Hall led Oakvale with 28 points as four Owls reached double figures in a decisive 102-76 victory over Sandstone. Billy Comer 18, Marvin Neely 17, Jerry Murphy 12, while Sandstone’s Jerry Vandall scored 37. Oakvale built early lead and expanded it to finish above 100.
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Shula Cited Coach Of Year For Colts In NFL
Baltimore Colts coach Don Shula is named NFL Coach of the Year for the third time in five years after receiving 31 of 48 AP panel votes. He led Baltimore to a 13-1 Coastal Division title and a Western Conference clash with Minnesota for the championship, aiming to complete the season with a title.
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Three Saints Assistants Resign in New Orleans
Three top Saints assistant coaches resigned on Thursday. Jack Faulkner announced the action for himself George Dickson and Bob Shaw who coached pass receivers. The move followed owner John W Mecom Jr failing to back the coaching staff with a vote of confidence. Ed Staton said the official comment confirmed the resignations were tendered effective today.
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Central Juniors trounce Fairview Junior High 50 to 18
Central Junior High led by Harry Hanley with 12 points routs Fairview Junior High 50 18 at Beaver Gym for a 4 0 record. Central outscored each quarter and limited Fairview to five field goals. Steve Shrader tallied 10 and Stafford Haden grabbed 18 rebounds.
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Graham Marion Clash Tops Local Basketball Schedule
The unbeaten Bluefield Beavers led by Tommy Pritchett meet Mullens Rebels coached by Mike D Antoni at 8 p.m. A slate of 15 games includes Park Central at Gary and Charles Town versus Pineville. Graham visits Marion while Tazewell plays Richlands and Athens faces Bramwell in key district matchups.
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Browns Meet Cowboys for Eastern Conference Crown Showdown
The Cleveland Browns aim to hit peak form for a Saturday Municipal Stadium clash with the Dallas Cowboys to seize the East title and a shot at the Super Bowl. Gary Collins returns at receiver after a shoulder injury, boosting the offense as veteran defensive end provides veteran leadership.
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Coaching philosophy and overtime talk in national sports columns
The piece discusses Adolph Rupp’s coaching ideals for college and pro leaders, notes John McKay’s overtime suggestion for Rose Bowl matchups, and recounts a high school seven period game in Los Angeles. It also previews NFL action, highlighting Dallas and Cleveland, with player milestones and performances.
Maravich Leads NCAA Scoring Pace Early Season
LSU star Pete Maravich posts a 48.8 point average through three games to lead the college scoring race. Cal Murphy Niagara, Spencer Haywood Detroit, and Rick Mount Purdue follow with strong early numbers as of December 14. Haywood leads rebounding with 24.8.
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Prater Returns to Tech as Student Aid Secretary
Prater 37, former Virginia Tech star and coach, will join the Virginia Tech Student Aid Association as field secretary. He’ll take over a large share of traveling duties from H. M. McEver and is a familiar Tech figure from the 1934 undefeated team.
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