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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1972

Page

8

Foster Blocks Former Champ's Comeback All Risks Return Title Shot

Muhammad Ali risks a return shot at heavyweight champ Bob Foster in a 12 round fight at High Sierra Tahoe. Foster, from Albuquerque, seeks to slow Ali as the bout headlines a Tahoe card. Estimated attendance reaches about 2900 with purses totaling at least 250000 for Ali and 125000 for Foster.

Foster Stateline Nev Muhammad Ali Bob Toster Alt High Sierra Koon Sahara Tahoe Sheriff's Deputy Albuquerque N.M Hng Ali Suswerer Ioster Joe Mravien Niver Mosler Ray Alderson Tampa Fla Anderson Mounttain Resort Joo King Row

Three Billiard Stars At Iowa Next Week

Three top U.S. pocket billiard players Cisero Murphy Joe Balsis and Donna Reis will stage free exhibitions at Iowa Memorial Union next Monday and Tuesday in the main lounge from 2 pm to 4 pm both days. They will perform trick shots and challenge audience players. Balsis is a former world champion 1965 and 1986 and won the world junior title at age 12. Murphy placed third in the U S Open 1985 and fifth last year. Reis was the women's intercollegiate champion in 1969 and 1970.

Jowa U.S Towa Memorial Union Cisero Murphy Joe ‘Balsis Donna Reis Balsis UNI Cedar Yrallé Murphy Donna

Baseball playoffs may expand rather than cut

NEW YORK AP reports proposals to broaden post season include expanding to two teams per division, best-of-five series for division winners, and a league final best-of-five. Alternate plan carves each league into three four-team divisions with top second-placers meeting in best-of-five for league title. Other items cover player negotiations, spring schedules, weather rules, and expanded disabled list. Meetings run through Friday with Commissioner Kuhn presiding.

New York Honolulu Fie Florida National Association Howie Kuhn

Pro Football Notes From Kansas State Playmaker

A detailed account highlights Kansas State players and NFL star Larry Brown. Brown discusses criticism, toughness, and his goal to prove himself after a strong season. He describes yardage as getting harder and defying fatigue while targeting longevity and durability.

Cornell Pats 4 Coe Two on All Midwest

Cornell university placed four players on the All Midwest football team with Coe College earning two first-team berths. Bruce Prana led Cornell by making both offensive and defensive units while Kim Beca Rob Ash Toby Trickey also earned first-team honors. Coe selections included Don Flagel and Andy Fairlie. Cornell’s eight berths matched a school record and the Rams coach Jerry Clark completed his 14th season. Frana led Cornell with 524 rushing yards and five touchdowns.

Cornell College Cornell Coe College Bruce Prana Cedar Rapids LaSalle Prep Fiana Kim Beca Danielson Conn Rob Ash Decorah Line Toby Trickey Cedar Rapids Jefferson Star Don Flagel Maquoketa Andy Fairlie C. R. Prairie Star Secon Jim Martin Iowa City Dewey Birkhofer Wilton Trickey c Barnes Clark Ash

Coe Varsity routs JV 117 to 52 in scrimmage

Coe College varsity cruised past the junior varsity 117 52 in a closed scrimmage as seven starters reached double figures. Capt Bill Carruthers Rohlman and Vince Groves each scored 16 for the varsity while Don Stevenson led the JV with 20 points in Chicago.

Coe Marcus Jackson Jackson Kohawks Bill Carruthers Rohlman Vince Groves Randy Johnson Garland Smith Bob Knutson Ed McFalls

Kennedy Reserved Cage Ducati on Sale

Falls-said he will make a decision on the guard after Thanksgiving. Gee Varsity and Kennedy games list reserve seats for Withers Groves Rohiman and Knutson with sale times from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Kennedy activities office. Don Shupe said tickets also will be available at the home opener Friday night vs Prairie.

Falls Gee Varsity Bill Car Withers Vince Groves Cedar Rapids Kennedy Basket Fran Rohiman Randy John Ball Garland Smith Bob Knutson Ed McFails Kennedy Activities Kevin Kiley Mike Steele Don Shupe Gene Loyd Barrie Ernst Els Steve Ulirich Dan Stevens Prairie Son Steve van Every Leonard Cooper Doug Showalter Mark Enwright Mike Payson Doug Baldwin Dial

Leff Season Cage Tickets On Sale At Jefferson High

Season tickets for Jefferson high's 1972 73 basketball season are available at the activities office. Adult price is 14.50 and student price is 9. The J Hawks begin the season December 1 at home against Bettendorf.

Jefferson High J-Hawks Bettendorf

Iowa Coach Lauds White And Bryant

Iowa coach Frank Lauterbur named tight end Ike White as offensive player of the week and defensive end Dave Bryant as defensive player after White’s near flawless blocking against Indiana. Freshman Bryant from Waterloo pressured the Indiana quarterback four times while contributing other stops. Douthitt Cross and Dave Simms also stood out on defense.

Iowa City Town Iowa Bexam Stave Tay Altnols Klow City Hawkeyes Anois Frank Liverbur Ike White Dave Bryant White Memphis Tenn Indiana Bryant Waterloo Lauterbur Earl Douthitt Charlie Cross Dave Simms

Minnesota Twins Star Harmon Hospitalized After Leg Surgery

In Minneapolis, Minnesota, slugger Harmon is hospitalized following surgery on a leg issue. Reports say the athlete will remain under care until Wednesday as doctors address vein issues and there is no immediate word on recovery. The team is awaiting further updates from medical staff.

Harmon In Minneapolis Minnesota Harmon Jalinitas Aiea Killebrew

Majors Praises Krakau Krepfle Strachan For Scoring Honors

AMIS lons State university's football team faced a snowy practice before Saturdays Big Eight finale at Oklahoma State. Coach Johnny Majors lauded senior end Mary Krakan and junior backs Krakau Krepfle and Strachan for strong recent play, noting OSU may pose tougher test than Missouri. He warned players to avoid a letdown after Missouri, and described Monday's workout in sweat clothes and a brief squad meeting focused on Oklahoma State.

Kansas State NFL Brown Kilmer Falcon Don Hansen Nebraska Kropflehind America Majors Oklahoma State Missouri

Krakau Earns Second National Player of the Week Honor

ISU defensive end Merv Krakau, Guthrie center native, added another national honor by being named Sports Illustrated national Oneman of the Week. He helped in ISU’s 23-23 draw with Nebraska on Nov 11, and was noted for five tackles, two fumbles caused and recovered, three passes broken up, and five tackles behind the line. The award sits alongside the Associated Press honor reported earlier.

Ames Iowa State Merv Krakau ISU Nebraska Merv Cornhusker Hamilton City Hall Citadon Sports Illustrated

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