Ellie Brown Challenges NBA With Million Dollar Series
Ellie Brown of the Kentucky Colonels challenges the NBA to a $1 million cash series against the Golden State Warriors. She accuses Commissioner Walter Kennedy of arrogance and says the ABA's offer could pit champions for a televised matchup, with Larry OBrien as incoming commissioner.
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Kennedy Jeff and LaSalle Reach Semifinals in Metro Tourney
Kennedy slipped past Washington 1 0 and Jeffer son Ousted Regis 7 2 in Met ro baseball tourney action. LaSalle beat Linn Mar and Prairie edged Marion in first round games. Semifinals set Friday at Memorial stadium with Kennedy vs LaSalle and Prairie vs Kennedy.
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Kennedy Nips Wash In Metro Tournament Clash
Kennedy edged Washington 1 0 in the first round of the Metro tournament as Rocky Dales laid down a perfect bunt and Gary DeSotes scored on a third base dash. Marty Karake and Chuck Johnson dominated until the eighth inning, sending Kennedy to the semifinals against Prairie.
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Smith halves world indoor pole vault record bid in New York
World Vault Mark Steve Smith clears 18 feet 5 inches en route to a world indoor pole vault record attempt at the International Track Association meet in New York on Wednesday night.
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Local Teen Baseball Standings and Entry Details
A teen baseball standings event at Coe's Eby fieldhouse is set for 8 p.m. Saturday June 14 with trophies for the top six. Entry requires writing to Dick Stark at 1540 Fifth Avenue SE Cedar Rapids 52403 Dubuque Burlington. Also notes spring meeting co captains for Kennedy's football and Williamsburg Red Sox win over Newton with Rich Knipper keying the offense.
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Woody Hayes Accuses Big Ten Cheating in Recruiting
Ohio State coach Woody Hayes says one Big Ten school cheats in recruiting and predicts others will follow if action isn’t taken. He hints Michigan State is under NCAA scrutiny and urges stronger investigative power to crack down on infractions.
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Roder and Glanville Tie For Low Net Honors
Fred Glanville and Dick Roder tied for low net at Cedar Rapid Country Club on Wednesday. Glanville posted 64 net with 12 handicap and Roder 72 net with 3 handicap. Jack Hines added a two under par seven to win total par three honors.
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