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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1976
Page
6
Jockey Bill Shoemaker secured his 7000th career win at Santa Anita, three-year-old Crystal Water winning the San Felipe Handicap by five lengths as Shoemaker eyes a potential Triple Crown. His totals include 662 stakes victories and over $58 million in mounts' earnings.
The piece previews the state basketball tournament with Regina and St. Marys as notable IA contenders, noting Regina’s eight games vs AAA schools, four wins, and top players returning. It lists round matchups and scores across classes A AA and AAA, highlighting expected favorites and past champions while acknowledging predicted outcomes may amuse readers.
Elkader Central, led by Roger Thomas, emphasizes defense after a run of high-scoring eras. The 15-6 Warriors average 64 points while holding opponents to 59, aiming for a state tournament berth with key players Chris and Randy Grawe and a deep senior core.
Hawkeyes celebrate NCAA wrestling success after emphatic wins led by Campbell and Smith as Iowa and Iowa State place multiple champions and near-champions. Roy Carver hosts the post meet party at the Desert Inn with coaches, wives, wrestlers, and fans joining in a pool-bath wrap-up.
Northfield Minnesota. Kevin Murray a freshman from Wartburg College won the shot put at the All Lutheran Indoor Invitational in Northfield with a 46-9 effort. He is a former Cedar Rapids Kennedy track star.
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