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Veteran stars pace the playoffs as Unitas leads the Colts against the 61 point favorites at Memorial Stadium while the Cowboys face the Lions in a Dem playoff clash. Sunday brings San Francisco versus Minnesota and Oakland versus Green Bay as Sehnut’s Lions seek a repeat upset.
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Virginia Squires rally past Texas for 145 131 win
Scott and Eakins sparked Virginia as the Squires beat Texas 145 to 131 to move one game ahead of Kentucky in the ABA Eastern Division. Scott had 29 points and 19 rebounds while Eakins added 22 points. Other ABA results included Memphis over Utah and Pittsburgh beating Carolina.
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Favorite upset at Tropical Park shocks Crisiaas Nay crowd
Irurean ridden by Carlos Marquez wins the $12,500 event at Tay Grounds in a surprising upset at Tropical Park. Spotted Wine (S940) finishes strong as the two-year-old lengthens a rare victory in 16 starts, with favored Coaltown Cat failing to seal the outcome.
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Nepal Plans Ban on Tiger Hunting
Nepal will ban tiger hunting starting March 3 1971 to save the species from extinction the government announced Tiger present in the country has been depleted over the years by poaching according to the statement Powerful New York memory academy and Lew Alcindor are named but details are unclear.
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Kansas rules heavy favorite in tourney
Eighth-ranked Kaunas Ils rec ord spoiled by a loss at Louis Ville Monday, top heavy favorite to win its Big Eight preseason tournament as play begins Saturday night. Kansas meets Missouri at 9 pm opening night with defending champion Olatoma vs Iowa State set for 7 pm. Semifinals Wednesday, finals Wednesday.
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Esposito Sets Record Pace as Bruins Rout Penguins
Phil Esposito, 28, scored twice more to push his season total to 82 points in 42 games, aiming to break Gabby Hale's single season mark. The Bruins beat the Penguins 4 2, moving to first place in the Eastern Division as Minnesota also won and Boston gained momentum in a tight schedule.
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East West Shrine Drawn in Oakland Preps for Saturday Game
East and West squads met at Peninsula training camps for the annual Shrine college football game at the Oakland Coliseum with a Christmas banquet. Indiana coach John Pont led drills at Santa Clara as players received watches. Notable honors included Northwestern’s Mike Adame receiving the Silver Helmet for most valuable player and several kickers earning attention for upcoming play.
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Taylor Recovering After Gall Bladder Operation
Jimmy Taylor former Ald?ro fullback is recovering at Southern Thaplist Hospital in New Orleans after gall bladder surgery. Reports say he is doing well and progressing steadily, with medical staff optimistic about his recovery.
Cavaliers Protest Over Rule Call In Loss To Royals
Cleveland Cavaliers protested a 117-108 loss to the Cincinnati Royals on Christmas night. John Johnson scored a basket when the horn sounded, with Cincinnati coach Rol Cousy disputing the call. Cleveland also argued the Royals used improper equipment, and the team announced they were playing under protest. The league will decide the final outcome.
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Seven major college cage tournaments promise action after break
Seven marquee events dot the post holiday schedule with top teams like South Carolina, St John’s, Kansas, Villanova, Michigan and Pennsylvania eyeing title chances. The Queen City in Buffalo, the Quaker City in Philadelphia and other venues host power fields including Canisius, Niagara, Army, Syracuse, Temple, Utah and more as teams seek early season momentum.
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North dominates South in 35th A Star game
The North routs the South 28-7 as South tosses eight turnovers including pass interceptions and fumbles. Key plays include a 13 yard TD pass and 2 point conversion for the North, with MVP Dickey helping drive a 43 yard march to victory. Richards of Richmond and Jacksona of Syracuse produce big yardage for the South before costly miscues.
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Huskers Drill in Miami Before Notre Dame Game
Nebraska players endured a sunny Miami workout on Christmas Day as they prepare for the January 1 matchup with LSU. Coach Van Brownson praised the energy, while QB depth and offensive line prospects drew attention in the three hour session.
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Shortest route to Orange Bowl via major highways
OMANA UPLO reports the American Automobile Association offers Nebraskans three routes to the Orange Bowl in Miami. Distances range from 2024 to 4772 miles with the shortest path going south from Omaha to Kansas City then east to St. Louis Memphis Becalur Montgomery Tilton Canal and south on I 73 and I 95 to Miami.
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Beathard Not Slated to Sign With Cardinals for 1970
Quarterback Pete Beathard of the St. Louis Cardinals has not signed a contract for the 1970 season and will become a free agent. The veteran signal caller has not announced plans with any club.
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Apollo Conference meet opens Monday
The Apollo Conference basketball event kicks off Monday at Millard High Gym in a 4,000 seat venue with six of seven teams in opening round play. Beatrice faces Swath Sioux Cup in the opener, followed by Papillion-Newark and Millard-Ralston, with winners advancing to upper brackets.
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Miss Board Star In Critical Condition In Munich
Lillianaard, British Olympic silver medalist Miss Beard, 22, lies in very critical condition in Munich after a brain hemorrhage and coma. Her parents sister Trené and boyfriend David Emery are at her bedside as doctors fight the bleeding and complications from intestinal cancer treated at Issels clinic.
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Newcombe and Roche to meet in Tennis Champions Classic
Jatin Newcombe and Tory Reels will meet in an inaugural program at Madison Square Garden on January 2, headlining the Tennis Champions Classic with a $210,000 prize pool. Newcombe and Roche, both top contenders, headline the event backed by UPI reporting from New York.
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Northwestern star Mike Asimle wins Silver Football Award
CHICAGO UPI Northwestern fullback Mike Asimle, 35, was named the Silver Football Award winner by the Chicago Tribune as the Big Ten Conference Player of the Year.
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Karnik's 631 Tops at Bowl in Combusker League night
Karnik fired 214 224 194 for a 691 series to lead the Combusker League at Columbus Bowl. Neater added 601 while Zieter, Wiebold, Kripal and others posted notable scores. Lark Bar took team honors with 2 Wo game and 1068 series. Metro League leaders included Bryant and Kripal with a 654 threesome.
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