Knicks sign McGuire amid injuries seek steady win pace
New York Knicks owner Madison Square Garden executives confirmed Dick McGuire will stay as head coach after a season that saw a 35 46 record, playoff appearance, and injuries including Dave Stallworth and Em Bryant. Bradley remains the big question for the franchise as they eye the college draft.
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Celtics Seek 3-0 Plea In Philly Playoff Duel
Philadelphia 76ers aim to sweep the best of seven Eastern finals by beating Boston Celtics for a third straight time in Philadelphia. Hal Greer declares they will push for a four game run and close the series. Alex Hannum cautions against counting out the Celtics as they prepare to travel.
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Bulls seek compensation from Seattle over Bianchi move
Chicago Bulls president Dick Klein says he may sue to enforce the personal services contract of Al Bianchi after he signed a three year deal to coach Seattle. Klein would prefer league arbitration and vows not to harm basketball or Bianchi as talks continue.
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Owls No-Hitter Defeats Quinnipiac in 10-0 rout
Southern Connecticut swept Quinnipiac College 10-0 as Bob Browder and Ken Kohanski combined on a no-hitter. Browder struck out eight over five innings. Kohanski fanned two in four innings. Larry Capoto led the attack with two doubles and a single.
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Rusty” Browder
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Hawks Hope Home Court Sparks Playoff Comeback
St Louis hosts San Francisco in Kiel Auditorium aiming to overturn a 0-2 series deficit. Coach Guerin focuses on slowing Rick Barry and stopping the Warriors fast break to curb easy baskets.
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Intra-Murals: Arnold Beats Connecticut 4-28
Arnold defeated Connecticut 4-28 with Ron Lazaro and Charlie Little leading the Arnold offense. Connecticut top scorers were Jones Kearney and Bill Zenko as Trinity upset Wesleyan 63-45 ending Wesleyan's five-game streak. Tom Brok and George Randolph led the Cardinals' scoring.
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Fairfield Sunday Morning Slow Pitch League Forms
The Fairfield Sunday Morning slow pitch league holds its first meeting tonight at 8 in Ward's Steak House on the Post road. League supervisor Hal Peck asks last year's teams and any new clubs to send a representative. For information call Peck after 5 p.m. at 374-6904.
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NBA Draft News Highlights May Date For 10 Teams
The NBA schedules its college draft for May 3 with Baltimore and Detroit choosing first from inverse standings. May 1 marks stock building for the San Diego and Seattle expansion teams as ABA rivals lure top players amid pension plans and potential switches.
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Strike at Aqueduct Keeps Gates Empty As Horsemen Stand Firm
New York racing was called off at Aqueduct as horsemen refused to enter horses. The action followed stalled legislation over earmarking 0.5 percent of betting for purses, with NYRA and HBPA backing the stand. A Thursday entry attempt was planned. governor undecided.
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Shehan Center Cage Tourney Opens Saturday
The fourth annual Greater Bridgeport Semi-Pro basketball tournament begins at the Shehan Center with three Saturday games. Quarterfinals feature Schick Safety Razor versus New Haven Ravens at 4 30, Fortin's restaurant versus Jenkins Valves at 6, and Savoy A A defends title against Lillian Fursit at 7 30 while St Francis Hospital of Hartford has a bye.
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Former Giant Mickey Walker Joins Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions signed eight players for the upcoming season including former New York Giants guard Mickey Walker. Walker, a Michigan State alum, played on three Giants Eastern Division championship teams and last year served as an assistant coach at Kansas State. The Lions slated him for offensive guard and center duties as part of a 19-man roster.
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Kangaroos and Vandals win Sterling titles in local tourney
In Stratford High gym last night, the Kangaroos beat Nevinsville Aces 44 to 31 to take the Senior division crown while Howie Austin and John Osawski earned MVPs and Pat Kavanaugh led the losers with 15. The Vandals topped SOP 40 to 29 in the Intermediate final with Richie Begen earning MVP and Steve Dyott adding 12 points. In junior action, Mike Hewetz led the Raiders to a 51 to 30 victory and Danny Smith with Charley McShane scored 14 and 2 as Fabulous Five won the Midget final 41 to 33.
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Sterling House Loops Avenz Score in Midget Finals
In a youth basketball recap Sterling House led by MVP McShane aged 13 of 6514 and 13 years, while trophies were given to winning division teams and runners up. The Pee Wee final will be at Honeyspot School Gym at 6 tonight with the Gunners vs Stratford All Stars.
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Bills Meet Patriots In Exhibition Game
Buffalo Bills announce a pre season game against the Boston Patriots at Rochester Aquinas Stadium on August 20. The Bills will have four pre season games with others at Memphis against the Dolphins on August 5, Detroit Lions on August 14, and Philadelphia Eagles on August 25.
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Long Island U Beats Fairfield 10 to 2 in Big Win
Long Island University baseball defeated Fairfield University 10-2 at Alumni Field behind a strong pitching performance by Bob Grzela czyk and a 13 hit attack. Grzela czyk allowed one earned run, struck out seven, and earned his second win of the season as LIU remained unbeaten. Charlie Valenti contributed with a multi hit game as the offense exploded.
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Dick McAuliffe Switches to Second Base for Tigers
Detroit infielder Dick McAuliffe, long-time All-Star shortstop, is switching to second base in spring training to bolster infield defense and pennant chances. He has prior second-base experience and notes easier rhythm and longer throws, aiming to improve Detroit's balance.
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