Boxing on TV fades from national schedule in coming months
The ABC plan for next fall omits boxing the once dominant TV sport. Sponsors and networks weigh replacing fights with other sports amid dwindling fighters and rising costs, signaling a potential revival of local clubs and smaller venues.
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Chargers Clinch AFL West With 58-20 Win Over Broncos
San Diego routed Denver 58-20 to clinch the AFL Western Division title for the Chargers, who finished 11-3 and will face the Eastern winner in the AFL championship at Buffalo on Jan. 5. Paul Lowe powered the win with 104 rushing yards and two touchdowns, boosting his season total to 1,010. Denver's six turnovers dashed their playoff hopes as San Diego built a big lead behind strong field goals and key scores from Chuck Allen.
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Weir Tops No 1 Rating with 82 59 Win Over Wheeling
The No 1 ranked Weir high school squad extended its winning streak to four by routing Wheeling 82 59. Wheeling had been undefeated and tied for eighth in the AP poll. Other top games included Welch over Gemina and Princeton over Bluefield, with several close district showdowns across the region.
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Defense Lost Art In Oakland's Win
Oakland Raiders defeated the Houston Oilers 52 to 49 in a high scoring AFL game. Mike Mercer kicked a 39 yard field goal in the fourth quarter to seal the eighth straight win for Oakland, as the comeback thriller pushed the record to historic totals.
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Chiefs Rout Jets Clinch AFL Season Shutout
Kansas City quarterback Len Dawson threw four TD passes as the Chiefs crushed the New York Jets 46-0 to end the AFL season. Dawson connected on 13 of 21 passes for 222 yards, leading a defense that created three scores with two interceptions and a fumble recovery. Jerry Mayes added a 58 yard run after a recovered fumble, while Oakland’s Clem Daniels set a rushing mark on the final play of the day as other teams posted high offensive numbers in a day of record performances.
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Third Foot Fracture For Huskie Fullback
Washington fullback Junior Coffey suffers a third metatarsal fracture in the left foot ruling him out of the Rose Bowl against Minnesota. He previously fractured the right foot last spring and the left again last fall, forcing him to miss early season games before returning to carry 80 times and score twice in a 26-19 win over Oregon. COFFEY’s injury prompts concern for the Huskies’ postseason plans.
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Houston Oilers Sign LSU Linemen and Patriots Pick Man
The Houston Oilers signed LSU linemen Ralph Pete and Willis Langley, both unsigned by the AFL draft. Willis Langley appeared on Detroit Lions NFL draft lists. Bud Adams noted Burrell remained undecided after Liberty Bowl performance while pursuing talks with other teams. Boston Patriots then signed center Morris from Halys, ending a contract with Green Bay Packers.
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Hightower and Chamberlain duel as Warriors beat 76ers
San Francisco Warriors defeated Philadelphia 76ers 111 to 70. Wayne Hightower scored 20 points, Wilt Chamberlain netted 40, and Connie Dierking blocked shots to slow the visitors. John Kerr added 14 points to keep Philadelphia within reach early, but the Warriors pulled away by halftime and extended the lead through the fourth.
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Cricket Hero Hobbs Dies in London
London AP reports Jack Hobbs, regarded by many as the greatest cricketer, died Saturday. The legendary batsman celebrated his 51st birthday last Monday and was celebrated for his batting prowess.
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Kelso Heads To Hialeah Park For Winter Campaign
Kelso the world’s richest horse arrived at Hialeah Park Miami for a winter campaign. The champion gelding, trained by Mrs. Richard duPont, will race in the Mos, Seminal and other key meets in January and February. Kelso has earned a record $1,749,869 and now retires to study after a storied career.
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Kentucky Invitational All Tournament Team Named
Nash and Bradley of Prinerton named to all tournament team at the University of Kentucky Invitational. Also on the first five were Frank Christie of Wake Forest Ted Decken and Larry Cantey of Kentucky.
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