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Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Sep 21, 1976

Page

20

Legal Rulings Undercut Basic Sports Structure

Washington AP reports that major leagues especially baseball and football face repeated defeats on labor, legal and legislative fronts. Congress and courts question antitrust immunity. baseball's 1922 immunity is under review while leagues seek stability amid ongoing labor strife.

Washington Larry O'Brien Bobby. Orr Boston Chicago National Hockey League Congress House Committee ‘On Justice Department Major League Baseball Players Association NFL Pete Rozella America Supreme Court House’ Sports Committee Gillis W. Long D-La New Orleans Long Joseph L. Fisher D-Va Edward J. Derwinski R-Ill Gilbert Gude R-Md

Bears' Avellini Uncertain After Knee Injury

Chicago Bears quarterback Bob Avellini remained uncertain after suffering a twisted knee in Sundays 19 to 12 win over the San Francisco 49ers. He exited in the fourth quarter and was replaced by Virgil Carter. The Bears also lost veteran Doug Gubaugh to an Achilles rupture, with Ross Brupbacher set to replace him.

Chicago Chicago Bears Bob ‘Avellini San Francisco 48Ers Avellini Bears Maryland Virgil Carter Gary Wulf Ats 49Ers Hne Doug Guffohe Ross Brupbacher

Central, Harding start strong in MBEAC soccer play

Scholastic Soccer Central edged Bassick 1-0 on Sergio Vieira's late goal after a pass from Grando Domingos. David Maldonado scored for Harding in a 1-0 win over Fairfield Prep as Norberto Martinez made 15 saves and Mike Pribish eight. Prep outshot Harding 16-12. both teams host next games.

Central Harding Joe Almeida Hilltopers Bassick Sergio Vieira Dave Morgen Fairfield Prep David Maldonaro Vieira Prep

Nets star Julius Erving withholds camp over contract talks

New York Nets star Julius Erving said he would not report to training camp at Manhattanville College until contract negotiations are settled. Agent Irving Weiner said the Nets proposed extending the deal by three years while keeping four remaining years on the original terms. The camp open date looms as the parties exchange letters and statements.

New York Julius Erving New’ York Nets National Basketball Association Nets American Basketball Association Weiner Bill Melchionni Roy Boe Melchionni Boe Manhattanville College Purchase N.Y Victores Bae Pye Bog

Nets Acquire McNeill From Kings for Cash and Pick

UNTONDALE N Y AP The New York Nets have acquired forward Larry McNeill from the Kansas City Kings for cash and a future draft choice. McNeill, a 6 9 1 94 200 pound Marquette product, played three seasons with Kansas City and averaged 3.7 points and 1.2 rebounds last year. He owns the NBA playoff record of 18 consecutive field goals. He will report Friday as the Nets begin workouts at Manhattanville College in Purchase New York.

Nets Manhattanville College Purchase N.Y

Pioneers Topple Southern for Fourth Straight Win

Sacred Heart University’s Pioneers beat Southern Connecticut State 64 yesterday at Sacred Heart Field for their fourth straight fall victory. Jeff Carino earned the win with one hit relief aided by Paul Marciniak. Joe Rietano Bob Johnson and Paul Call sparked the offense with multiple hits.

Sacred Heart University Pete DiOrio Pioneers Souther Connecticut Sacred Heart Field Jeff ‘Carino Greenwich High Pail Marciniak Sacred Heart Southern Joe Rietano RBI Bob Johnson Warwick R.L Kolbe High Paul Call Fairfield Pioneer IV Seaside Park Housatonic Mickey Platak Seading Housatonic Community College Fairfield IV Stratford High Glenn Kalata Platak

American Stars Rally to 5-3 Victory Over Japan

David Caldwell delivered a three run double in the seventh inning to lift the United States to a 5-3 win over Japan in the 1976 International Baseball Series. Oswald Smith and Tim Burzelle added RBI singles while Mickey O’Connor went 8 1 3 innings with one run allowed and eight strikeouts. The U S now stands 2 1 and Japan 3 1.

Taipei David Caldwell United States Japan U.S Oswald Smith Tim Burzelle RBI Mickey O'Connor

Bucks Coach Sinks 387 Consecutive Free Throws

In Two Rivers, Larry Costello, coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, sank 387 straight free throws at a weekend basketball clinic, breaking his own 122 straight record. The world record remains Ted St Martin with 1,704 consecutive makes set in 1975.

Two Rivers Wis Larry Costello Milwaukee Bucks National Basketball Association Costello Jacksonville Fla

Yonkers Racecard Highlights Mixed Harness Action

Yonkers Raceway hosts a full card with multiple pace and trot races. Key results include Peter Parker and Keystone Scotsman among winners, with Exacta payouts noted and scratches listed for several events. Race five features a five thousand five hundred purse and notable contenders such as Keystone Destiny and Hustler's Best.

Tima Royal Ricks Pride Filton Frasivs L Fontaine Raintree West Tolman Fatoritel Coy Oo Dyncklley Dally Chase Cing Peter Parker J—Sonethin Flashy Steally Harvey Patch UA Dokey Bock B Sell Jonis Thorpe F Paptlager Chief van L von Ostrand Exacta Bross J Tollinan Ane R Cormier Iran T Taylor

Exhibition Hockey Schedule Shows Mixed Menus Across Cities

Listings detail Monday exhibition games featuring Phoenix and New York teams. Skaters from Buffalo, Cleveland, and Toronto appear in varied matchups across venues including Lakeland Florida and London.

eSett Phoenix Whi Fiom All Stars Aveng Fintore Avianta Tnl

NFL and MLB Shakeups Highlight Week in Pro Sports

Transactions involve Rams Freeman on injured reserve list, Jets cornerbacks Roscoe and Brooks placed on waivers, Raiders Malus in intensive rehab, Chargers McDonald recalled. Royals buy Tommy Javis from Angels for undisclosed cash. Nets acquire Larry Medelli from Kansas City. Bullets guards Coleman and Carter fail physicals. Washington reports ongoing roster moves.

Racing Form Fragment Shows Multiple Bets and Payouts

The clipping lists horse names, times, and betting items including exacta and daily double amounts. It reports handle figures and scratched entries with scattered odds and payouts noted for a racing program.

Naan EAD Hans Co Sue Ors. Seluet Handle Faye

Belmont Entries Reflect Varied Race Prospects

Entries list for Belmont shows multiple horses across age groups and distances with assorted sires and trainers. Notable names include Royal Snow Job, Sugar Crop, and Arcadia in 2d and 3d events, alongside entries like Always Up and Gallant Steve marking strong fields with purses ranging from eight to twenty five thousand dollars.

Cassie Smith C Kinberly Peaceco John G Navideno Inca Lancashire Steve Big Albert Georales Linle Beh Heléee Couan Randy CIII Ruddy Buck Bikini J—Roy Trouble MIT Dan Lorenzo E—Crout Arcadia 2d Eaguvation Paonegrica Fefnen Mosk M. F—Comellard C—Valney G—Caromation BoMeslementa Hobe

Suff olk Results Feature Veiled Racing and Bets

Race card details show bettors and payouts for horses and drivers in Suffolk meet. Notable entries include Perfecta payouts, multiple scratches, and times such as 2:31 and 1:12, with participants like Prince Of What and Space Pirate contributing wagering totals and results across a dense, garbled ledger.

Boudraty Scratter Ise G Boudror Férranie Lapensery Ally Doble Rierod Perfecta Giovann Steagate Boy Perfect Kesway Lopensee Celme Space Pirate Breeds Hill Corrorzeilo Prince of What Hanks Capalbo Cofvone Meade

Horse Racing Clear and Fast Prince Andrew and Others

A United Press International horse racing card shows Prince Andrew ridden by R Turcottel finishing with a $43.44 exacta alongside other bettors. Multiple horses are listed with payouts and scratches including Le Boudeur Choreographer Rovs Dream and Dally Gaybte, with Win place show details and times.

Prince Andrew United Press International Exacta le Boudeur Rovs Dream Sno Hermondéry Convos Hrnandé Havodale Croquet L'Heureux Plarce Heldeo Joy Bangat Shoemakee Chall Brumfield pamMarate Rugue Crenge Vetoenen Sam Cruguet

Yonkers Selections Highlight Underdogs and Favorites

A jumbled list from Yonkers presents horses and handlers including Strota Anderson as best bet and various names like Charo, Raxels Dream, The Touch, Law Wreaker, and Rebel Patrick. The fragment hints at a wagering card with multiple entrants and bets.

Charo Raxels Dream Whal Yankes Texas Valley McFrench Speedy Recovery E A Casper Td Collins Alritner Rhyl Storm the Touch Halton Don Tru Trick Law Wreaker Popover BW Shawn Opega Hanover Rebel Patrick Cuter Arthent Fretwood Del Sally's Choice Race Emate Strota Anderson Irene Ho Josh Time Tar Boy George Happy Hector

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