North Platte Raiders clash in key conference showdown
North Platte Junior College hosts Platte College in a pivotal late season clash after both teams each suffered two conference losses. The Invaders led by Lenny Albaer and guard duo face Raiders with Mike Trader and Scott Nelson ready to respond. Platte College eyes a rematch after a prior 79 69 preseason win and a McCook trip weekend poster.
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Philadelphia Track Classic Draws World Class Names
Villanova coach leads the Philadelphia Track Classic at Speckaimn with Jumbo Elliots showcase and world class field. Olympic and world record holders like Larry James and Julius Lang headline competing in quarter and 80 yard events, with top runners from Kenya Jamaica and the United States.
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Baseball camps open as spring drills begin
Coach Bob Devaney addressing Banking Administrations Institute at Elks Country Club. Baseball pitchers and catchers hit camps next month with full squad drills to start around March, season opener set April 6. Predictions include strong A’s division race. Foreman and Frazier discussed as potential big match. Jim Woods joins Oakland A's broadcast team with Monte Moore. Cardinals add Jim Maloney and Donn Clendenon for more power. Johnny Majors linked to coaching openings at southern schools, Georgia Tech exploring major hire away from Iowa State.
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Dryden back in nets 1 0 shutout
United Press International reports Montreal Canadiens goalie Ken Dryden returned to the net after a three week layoff and posted a 1-0 shutout of the Toronto Maple Leafs. Pete Mahovolich scored the lone goal at 19 38 of the third period after a faceoff play from Henri Richard.
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Wayne State center could rise in NAIA stats
Wayne State College center Dennis Siefkes may climb in NAIA rankings after averaging 18.27 points per game and leading the Wildcats with a 0.573 field goal percentage. The Somers Iowa junior also paces the team in rebounds with a 1 point clip.
Simpson inks Cincy contract
Cincinnati right hander Wayne Simpson signed a 1972 contract with the Reds becoming the sixth player to sign. He was 4-7 with a 4.77 ERA in 1971 and will start his third year with Cincinnati. In 1971 he appeared in 22 games and pitched 117 innings.
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Saints Will Have Six Extra Picks In 1972 Draft
NEW YORK UPI The New Orleans Saints will hold six additional choices in the 1972 NFL college draft set for February 12 in New York. The league lists the Saints with 23 picks, while eight other clubs also gain extra selections in the 17 round draft.
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Browns coach quits to join Canadian league
Cleveland Browns backfield coach Jerry Williams abruptly resigns, then signs a four year contract worth 100000 dollars to become head coach of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in Canada. Williams had led the Browns backfield after the death of Howard Keys during the 197L season.
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Martini & Rossi Yachtsman and Yachswoman of the Year named
James M. Schoolsmaker II of Miami and Jane Pegel of Wissere Bay are named Wednesday as the 1971 Martini & Rossi Yachtsman and Yachswoman of the Year.
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Elks Hoop Shoot Set for Columbus Senior High Gym
Boys eight through thirteen will compete in a three division Hoop Shoot at Columbus Senior High Gym tomorrow. Events begin at 1 p.m. with rounds starting 3 39 p m. Winners in each age group receive trophies from Columbus Elks Lodge No 1185 and the top boy advances to the state finals in Kearney on February 11.
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Yepremian Receives Life Saver Award for Decade Play
New York Associated Press reports Garo Yepremian earned the Life Saver of the Month honor for December. His 37 yard field goal attempt in the second overtime quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs helped the Miami Dolphins win 34 to 27 in the AFC playoff game, extending the longest game in football history.
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Speier Becomes First Giant To Sign Contract
San Francisco star Chris Speier signs with the Giants for the new season after a brief Candlestick Park conference with Jerry Donovan and Horace Stoneham’s aide. Manager Charlie Fox credits Speier with helping spark the 1971 NL West title run.
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Wildlife refuge system spans 326 areas totaling 30 ilion acres
The United States wildlife refuge system comprises 326 distinct areas covering about 30 ilion acres in total, reflecting a broad network of protected habitats.
Lakers Stay Rolling Toward Playoffs After All-Star Break
Lakers boast a 41-5 record at the All-Star break and an 84.0 percent winning pace as they lead the Pacific Division by 13 games. Milwaukee, Boston, and Baltimore sit in division races, while Houston and New York open resumption night. Elmore Smith, Randy Smith, and Fred Hilton contribute double figures as the club navigates a staggered stretch with injuries and recent losses.
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Emporia State Rout JFIC in 95-4 Basketball Win
Emporia State College overwhelmed John Kennedy College of Wahoo with five players scoring in double figures in a 95-4 victory. Young led with 23 points while Roseboro added strong scoring as Emporia built a 49-19 halftime lead.
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Missouri Iowa State Clash Set For Saturday
Missouri hosts Iowa State in a key Big Eight clash as the Tigers, at 12 2, defend the league lead while the Cyclones show bursts of talent but uneven defense. Norman Stewart warns they could surge any moment. guard Martinez Denman and forwards Clint Harris Wayne Williams lead Iowa State, while Missouri relies on John Brows and Al Barchard. Other Big Eight games include Kansas at Colorado Kansas State at Oklahoma State and South Carolina at Oklahoma with regional TV for Kansas Colorado.
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Wesleyan quintet to stay busy in league race
Nebraska Wesleyan University basketball lines up four games in a W day stretch this week in the Nebraska Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. Hastings visits Saturday, then Concordia on Tuesday, Midland on January 28, and Dana at home. The 12 remaining games include two non league marked at Marymount College February 10 and Marsons College February 25. Wesleyan owns a 6 0 record entering the weekend clash.
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