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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1922
Page
13
The YM HA quintet defeated their rivals in a New Year opener, led by standout guard performances and a tight defense. Key contributions came from Manvon and Lisson as the team edged the Collegians with a late rally, continuing a local hoops rivalry.
Officials issue call for candidates to join a hockey team with past players named. Mentions Sper Tenter, Joe Ryan, Matheson, and other organizers. Details include eligibility for a new season and dates for submission of applications.
Yankee spring exhibition schedule lists games against New Orleans March 1 and March 2 and other stops in Meridian Miss Anvillo Vicksburg April 3 and 4, with multiple minor league affiliates and locations including Oklahoma City and Brooklyn in early April.
Terry Ahavsin defeats Pancho Ma in Mudisus Square Garden. The event features heavyweights and a controversial finish as spectators question scoring. Local notes mention Williams and Willan among officials and a lengthy, disputed bout lasting many rounds.
Waterbury junior squad aims to set pace in upcoming matches led by Judd, de Girans, and Hoylin, with strong performances from Wuss and Quin’s line. The team sits atop standings as they pursue championship glory amid tense regional competition.
Hartford team previews a Saturday clash with the Ben Hur quintet from Bridgeport, highlighting star players Burns, McGraw, and Dondero. The matchup pits gritty defense against sharp scoring as local hopes hinge on a strong show of offense and teamwork.
Penn State and Pitt prepare for Pacific Coast games as West Virginia and others push for wins. The article notes Pitt and Penn State training while Stanford hosts Coach Week and USC faces UC Santa Barbara in early holiday lines.
World heavyweight wrestler Strangler Lewis underwent surgery on a wrist injury after an altercation during a match in Wa City. His wife Iv Ada Muptop reportedly accompanied him as doctors deemed the operation necessary to treat the infection and stabilize his condition.
In Boston area notes a coach cits Babe Ruth saying hitters struggled against many hurlers last season. He singles out two pitchers as especially tough, praising their control and venom. He mentions unnamed teams and local figures while noting Ruth’s curiosity about who was hardest to hit.
A new correspondence course from Ohio State University aims to teach coaching fundamentals via mailed cards and lessons. The program, supervised by Grant Ward and Fran Re stlanian, targets high school teachers and preparators, with modules on orthology and plays, offering instructional guidance and enrollment details.
Shelton High faces Congress in a key basketball matchup noted as part of the jamboree season. The forward line features Scuiler Goliplan and Poltison with guards Pitelson and Fraser, Grace in reserve, as the teams contest the title.
Eastern League directors convene for annual meeting outlining draft policy, league finances, and leadership elections. Key figures include Dan O Neil and eight directors, with discussion on draft price shifts and player trades among Major and Western leagues.
A dense, fragmentary reminiscence on football practice and strategy. It discusses aiming accuracy at long distances, deliberate effort versus swing, and historical notes on coaches like Rockne Warner and Yost. The piece hints at debates over preparation, skill, and the balance of effort in achieving better play at various yardages.
Bridgeport A C defeats DeMolays 45 to 1 in the initial tilt. The B A G squad dominates on both ends as several players rack up points from the floor and rebounds, with notable contributions from Sehing and Shea.
The Boston Braves will face the Cleveland Indians in two exhibition games announced today. The first contest is set for the Lakewood venue near Tampa Bay on March SB at the southern camp, with the second game noted for the Arraver camp in St. Petersburg, Florida, on April 3.
Athletic representatives from West Volta Anmapolis proposed moving the Army Navy clash to New York in 1923 after a meeting where the plan to transfer the game was recommended to the hosting city.
New York Giants coach and manager John McGraw denies retirement rumors and says he has not decided on any presidency role. He confirms Charles Stoneham asked about leading the company but states he has not accepted and expects current officers to continue next year.
The Amateur Athletic Union plans to send a team of track and field athletes and swimmers to compete in the International Games in Gothenburg as part of the Jubilee Exhibition marking the city’s tercentenary. Events span athletics swimming tennis lawn tennis motors cycling canoeing archery and more with dates set in May to July under royal patronage.
Milford High School hosts a five team schedule with the alumnae on Saturday on the school court. First game starts at two o'clock with the boss team traveling in strong form after defeating Fairfield and New Milford high quintets. The alumni aim to triumph as the girls team prepares to start the season next week against Fairfield High.
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