Bullets edge Celtics to clinch series in Washington
Washington Bullets defeated Boston 98-92 to win the series and move toward a title showdown with Chicago or Golden State. Ex Celt K C Jones praised his team while Boston coach Tom Heinsohn and star John Havlicek acknowledged the defeat.
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Warriors rebound to force NBA West finals decider
Golden State outrebounded Chicago 51 to 39 to post an 86 72 victory and even the series at three games apiece. Rick Barry led with 36 points and seven steals as the Bulls shot just 28.6 percent in the final period while Al Attles praised Bill Bridges for key boards.
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Young avoids repeat slip to win Lady Tara Classic
Donna Caponi Young clinched the 1975 Lady Tara Golf Classic by one stroke over Sandra Palmer and Gloria Ehret in Atlanta. She faced a scare after a four shot lead and nearly faltered on the final holes, recalling a costly 1974 playoff loss.
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James Gorham signs Marymount basketball scholarship
Neosho County Panther star James Gorham, a top JC scorer, signed with Marymount Spar tans. The 6-3 Washington DC native led NCCJC in scoring and rebounding, averaging 29.9 points and 11.4 rebounds per game, with five school records and multiple All-Conference honors.
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U S Track Team Told to Play By Chinese Rules
Departing for China, 64 athletes receive guidance to emphasize friendship first and strong effort. No scores kept in three goodwill meets May in Canton Shanghai and Peking. Coach Bob Giegengack stresses giving best performance while respecting China’s formal, reserved approach.
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Crampton upbeat after Nelson Open weather delay
Bruce Crampton stays confident despite a 24 hour delay at the Nelson Open after a weather washout. He shared the lead with Eastwood and Funseth, aiming for the $35,000 first prize amid a storm-shortened round.
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Ashe wins WCT crown as Borg falls in four sets
Arthur Ashe defeats Bjorn Borg 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-0 in Dallas to claim the World Championship Tennis title earning $50,000 a luxury car and a diamond ring. Borg notes exhaustion from a four hour semifinal with Rod Laver while Ashe credits a mysterious Stockholm gypsy and a long road to victory.
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Local roller skaters bring trophies home
Seventeen Chanute skaters joined a Springfield meet with Daling Park and Mar-Te-Ky clubs. Pam Kuhn won sophomore ladies and open two mile. Terri Faubion and Kuhn earned relay honors with Chris Snyder and Danny Butler. Kuhn received multiple trophies for the 1975 league standings.
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Royals halt Brewers as Busby shines in 4-0 win
Harmon Killebrew sparked Kansas City with a three run fourth inning including a stolen base. George Brett and Kurt Bevacqua exchanged blows and were ejected after a seventh inning scuffle. Steve Busby struck out nine in a complete performance to improve to 5-2 as KC split the six game homestand at 3-3 and heads to Detroit on an extended road trip.
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Williams and Childers Named Chanute Representatives of 1975
Chanute High School seniors Karen Childers and Jeff Williams were named Representatives Athletes of 1975 at a morning honors assembly. Chosen from 16 candidates by coaches and athletic director Larry Nelson, both met eligibility through two-sport letters a 3.0 GPA and strong character. Childers posted an 11-0 dual meet record in tennis and advanced to state, plus qualified for the 4A state track meet in softball throw 110 yard hurdles and medley relay. Williams played football split end contributed to a second place finish in basketball and qualified for state track in pole vault 180 yard low hurdles and mile relay.
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