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Newspaper

Charleston Gazette

Location

Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1968

Page

5

U S Grip On Net Cup Looks Firm

In Adelaide Australia the United States leads Davis Cup 3 0 after a doubles win by Smith and Lutz over Rufels and Alexander. Ashe Graebner and Bowrey loom in singles as the U S pursues a 5 0 sweep while debates over turning pro and open competition continue among nations and officials.

Will Grimsley Adelaide Australia United States Arthur Ashe Clark Graebner Stan Smith Bob Lutz Ashe Graebner Smith and Lutz University of Southern California Smith Lutz Ray. Ruffell John Alexander America Ruffels Chamspion Bill Bowrey Harry Hopman Hopman Donald Dell U.S Graebners Dell U.S. Lawn Tennis Association Philippe Chatrier Paris Amber Associa al Tion Hough France England Areers Andy Money Bill Edwards Wises Bob Kelleher New York USSTA Smith and Neil Melbourne Ther Sia Burma Thailand South Vietnam

Miserly Missouri Versus Stingy Alabama in Gator Bowl

Missouri and Alabama prepare for the 24th annual Gator Bowl in Jacksonville with defense driving the matchup. Missouri is led by coach Dan Devine while Alabama coach Bear Bryant seeks a high scoring edge as the Tide arrives at 8-2.

Missouri Alabama Jacksonville Fla Hall Tide Alabaircut Mississippi Scott Tennessee Hunter Crimson Tide Mike Hall Mike Ford Ed Morgan Pete Moore Sulabivg Nuluke Paul “Bear Bryant Texas A&m Khaatan Voatc Sean Devine

Shrine Game Slated Today in Candlestick Park

The 44th East-West Shrine game at Candlestick Park features an East rushing attack led by stars like Ron Johnson and Leroy Keyes with Duffy Daugherty coaching. ABC-TV will air the game at 4 45 p m EST. The West relies on a passing attack with Brooks Dawson starting and Ronnie Johnson expected to share duties.

SAN Francisco Candlestick Park Abc-Tv Duffy Daugherty Michigan State Ron Johnson Michigan Leroy Keyes Perry Williams Purdue Charlie Jarvis Army Nebraska Bob Devaney Brooks Dawson Devaney Oklahoma State Ronnie Johnson Greer West Gary Gregor Phoenix Suns South Charleston Sant Cramton Ros Allen

West Gains Two NBA Milestones In Big Week

The article highlights Elvin Hayes reaching 16 000 points and Lou West making the Western All Stars for the ninth time as the Lakers, Hawks and other teams head into marquee NBA action. West's clutch late basket sealed a Lakers win and he headlines the Western roster with Baylor and Chamberlain joining him for the January 14 All-Star game in Baltimore.

San Diego Rockets Lou Jerry West Los Angeles Hudson Atlanta Hawks Elvin Hayes Lakers Western Stars Chamberlain West Len Wilkens Seattle Jerry Sloan Chicago Bulls Phoenix Suns West Virginia University Laker Elgin Baylor Wilt Chamberlain Baltimore Civic Center Baylor Don Kans Hal Greer Massahall University Philadelphia 76Ers Cincinnati Royals Cincinnati

Retton Named WVU Coach of the Year

Fairmont State College coach Joe Retton was chosen as West Virginia College Coach of the Year for 1968 by the State Sportswriters Association. Retton has 131 victories in 156 WVIC games and led the Falcons to the 1965 NAIA nationals in Kansas City.

Ken Feaster Fairmont Joe Retton Fairmont State West Virginia College State Sportswriters Association Retton West Virginia Falcons Kansas City Central Ohio Broncos Mountaineers Central State Thej Kerthe Broncos Leoming Morris Harvey

Blue Gray Clash Preview Both Sides Eye Offense Heavy Play

The 31st Blue-Gray Classic in Montgomery pits Greg Cook for Cincinnati to throw to Al Brean, Charles Litten, and Barry Crees against a Gray running game led by Paul Gipson and Dicky Lyons. Coaches promise an all out offensive showcase as the series favors the Grays 16-13-0.

Montgomery Ala Greg Cook Cincinnati Cook al Brean Iowa Charles Litten Missouri Barry Crees Grays Ray Nagel Houston Paul Gipson Kentucky Jack Dicky Lyons Lyons Bill Pace Vanderbilt

Fairmont State Falcons Basketball Shine Under Retton

Retton’s Falcons push for another strong season with stout defense and winning drive. They posted a 78 75 overtime win over Oklahoma Christian in Kansas City and a 97 72 triumph over New Haven with several post season goals in sight.

WVIAC Falcons Retton Falcon Salem Morris Harvey FSC Golden Eagles Kansas City Oklahoma Christian New Haven Conn Dickinson State N. C Osh

Sun Bowl Set Today

Auburn and Arizona coaches say their teams are ready for the 34th Sun Bowl in El Paso Texas. Both squads hope to rebound from late losses to conference rivals while Arizona defends its bowl selection despite a prior season loss to Arizona State drawing controversy.

EL Paso Tex Auburn Arizona Wildcats Arizona State Selection Committee Georgia Alabama

College basketball scores and tournament results rundown

A long listing covers multiple games and tournaments. It notes Auburn, West Virginia, Santa Clara, Stanford and others with scores, round outcomes, and key performers. Regional classics, bowls, and consolation rounds are mentioned alongside player highlights and team standings.

Santa Clara Rall Ogden Bird Dennis Wiry Ar Yarey Kevin Eagleson Chris Dempaey West Virginia Fis Garay Bailey Wayne Grimm Kintz Mike Truel Dick Symons Dick Ramsey Bailey Grimm Hummel Wijanta Clari Ay Bogen

Rockets Face Marshall in MAC Opener at Toledo

Toledo hosts Marshall in a MAC opener as Bob Nichols seeks a conference breakthrough. Brisker returning to form gives Toledo a scoring edge while shooters Smith Mix and Rudley pace the Rockets. Marshall counters with Bradshaw Davidson Smith and guards Henry DAntoni aiming for a size edge.

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