Havlicek Returns as Celtics Overpower 76ers
John Havlicek plays despite a sore knee as Boston defeats Philadelphia 108 100. Dave Cowens dominates with 33 points 22 rebounds while Doug Collins scores 28 for the 76ers. Havlicek notes his timely return and coach Heinsohn praises the win despite Philadelphia’s rebounding struggles.
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Tommy
Heinsohn
Harvey Catchings
McGinnis
Mth
Doug
Collins
Joyd Pree
Steve Mix
76Ers
Boston
Joe Fulks Shot Dead in Eddyville Kentucky Murder Charge
Former NBA star Joe Fulks, 54, known for reducing the jump shot, was shot to death Sunday in Eddyville Kentucky. A man was charged with murder in the case, and Fulks once set a 63 point single game record for the Philadelphia Warriors in 1949.
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Huskers claim Big Conference Gymnastics title in Boulder
Nebraska won the Big Conference Gymnastics Championships with 419.00 points, ending Iowa State’s seven year run at the top. Iowa State finished second with 411.20, followed by Oklahoma Colorado and Kansas. Larry Gerard led Nebraska by winning the All Around with 105.49 and leading in high bar before finals. The Gators will head to NCAA Championships at Temple University next month.
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Keith Heaver
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Mark Trippel
Washington Is Best in West in NCAA West Regional
UCLA star Richard Washington named outstanding player in West Regional after scoring in UCLA’s 2465 factory win over Arizona Wildcats, helping the Bruins reach the NCAA championship. Washington, a Great-10 All-American forward, led UCLA past Arizona and earned regional MVP honors.
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Omahan dominates Great Plains indoor swimming titles
Chuck Sharpe of Omaha Westside wins seven events and sets six records to lead his club to the team title at the Great Plains indoor championships in Lincoln Nebraska. Sharpe breaks the 400 individual medley record and posts fast times in the 200 and 400 freestyle, with Barb Harris also posting multiple wins for the Lincoln Swim Club.
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Barb Harris
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Melanie Jakob
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Ralston Swim
David ‘Lammel
Pat Whyatt
Sooner Swim Club
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Oklo
Baseball Player Agent Kapstein Aims To Protect Clients
Jerry Kapstein, a 32 year old Providence native based in Springfield Virginia, represents about 60 major leaguers and several others. He says most clients will not exercise options to become free agents and expects less movement in baseball this year, despite clubs fearing a rush. He notes players like Carlton Fisk and Campaneris have signed elsewhere, while others remain unsigned.
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Ck Biron
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McEnaney
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Stellie Fingers
Joe Rudi
Ken Holtzman
Campy Campaneris
A's
Dave Cash
Phils
Bobby Grich
Don Baylor
Ross Grimsley
Orioles
Rawly Eastwick
Pat Darcy
Green wins Greater Jacksonville Open in tight finish
Hale Irwin style? No. The article credits a player named Green with a two stroke victory at the Greater Jacksonville Open, boosting earnings to over 89 000 for the year and moving into fourth in money. Green overcame a late rally by Barber and secured a one stroke lead on the final hole before birdieing to win.
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Kentucky Wildcats Win NIT Crown In Upset Victory
Senior guard Regalar Watford scored 14 points and played a pivotal role as Kentucky defeated UNC Charlotte to claim the NIT title. Guard Larry Johnson added 16 points, tying for Kentucky's high scoring. Warford overcame a rib cage injury to start and help seal the win in front of 13 000 fans, while coach Joe Hall praised the team’s effort.
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Fonner Park Race Results Dominate Mixed Betting Totals
Race results from Fonner Park in Grand Island Nebraska show winners in multiple events with payouts noted for Exacta and Daily Double bets. A fragment mentions Cedric Maxwell earning MVP with 24 points and NC State beating Providence 74 49 for third place in the NIT, led by Kenny Od and Spence.
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Alan Seiden
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Kenny Od
Spence
Wolf Pack
Three Nebraska small college cagers honored
In Kansas City three Nebraska players from Doane Bergman Hastings and Rick Anderson Wayne State plus Steve Williams of Dana College earned recognition. Hastings finished 14th in team free throw shooting and Williams placed fifth in individual free throw accuracy with 897.
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Doane College
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Hastings
Rick Anderson
Wayne State
Steve Williams
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