Burke takes UNO crown as Columbus earns fifth place
Burke won the sprint medley and powered Omaha to the UNO indoor track meet title while Columbus finished fifth. Norfolk placed second with CHS and other area clubs competing. many athletes posted top marks in sprints, relays, and field events as the Discoverers opened their UNO meet showing.
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Omaha
Burka
Norfolk
Columbus
Bace
Burke
Ken Dabert
Steve Shreve
Shreve
CHS
Panthers
Ron Callan
Discoverers
UNO
Robert
Hoys Town
Bel Kelley
Don Newman
Newman
Mike Miller
Valston
Greg Hiter
Jon Cole
Maroons
Weber
Tom Olson
Joe Stavas
Callan
Tom Folsom
Olson
Don Saulliere
Kevin Christensen
Sonny Bakerman
Ed Collins
Mark Boettcher
Christensen
Folsom
Ron Ziola
Fremont
Millard
Racksters
Scotus
Dai Brock
Town
Westside
North
Gothenburg
Bellevue
Ralston
South Sioux City
Trowells
Benson
Hastings St. Cecilia
Paul VI
Creighton Prep
Cathedral
Abe Lynx
Bryant
Central
Feack
Lacess
Harney
Rose Towns
Hoger
Vashingisa
Mitm
Nerkous Iy
Wens
Dick Jan
Coke
Je Ominlin
Bigees
Tuece Seeahen
See Oner
Mike Navatnyy
Geox Miner
Gatsuna
Ike Aller
Colombias
Fomuay Tigndy Gatsu
Nurtolbe
Eniumbes Sebi
Phesteling
Knights Lose to Dallas in Central Hockey League Clash
Dallas shutout Omaha 4-0 marking Dallas fifth shutout this season as they clinch first place. Fort Worth’s 4-2 win over Tulsa tightens playoff race with Oklahoma City two points back in fifth. Tulsa’s second place finish now assured.
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Dallas
Tex
Omaha Knights
Omaha
Fort Worth
Tulsa
Oklahoma City
Spring fishing tips from Nebraska Anglers
Nebraska anglers are reminded spring is prime for spin fishing as waters warm and fish move to spawning areas. The State Game Commission notes walleye and white bass activity increases, bait scarce, and suggests slow lures, deep-running baits, and off-bottom presentation. Noise and scent tactics may improve catches in murky water.
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Lincoln
UPI
State Game Commission
Nebraska
Linzy Traded From Cardinals to Brewers in Spring Move
Veteran reliever Frank Linzy, who posted a 43 record and 2.14 ERA with St. Louis last season, was traded to Milwaukee for 24 year old right handed pitcher Richard Stonam. Stonam had a 74 record and 196 ERA for the Brewers farm club in Denver, Tc.
Iowa State captures loop gym title
Iowa State won the Tigler Gymnastics title with 217.05 points, beating Oklahoma and Kansas State in Lawrence. Individual qualifiers for the NCAA Championship in Ames include top scorers across events such as pommel horse and parallel bars. The report also notes rising dove breading despite harvest trends.
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Iowa State
Lawrence
Kan
Towa State
Oklahoma
Kansas State
Nebraska
Kansas
Colorado
Missouri
Oklahoma State
Ames
Odessa Luvin
Stew Buck
Jim Stephensay
Iowa Stale
Russ Half
Wichard Hubert
Larry Devermann
Stillings
Kim Ore
Mike Michaloz
Pat Davy
Hoppy Batton
Tom Yotlier
Dennis Nazar
Hoppy Batten
Terry Manchard
Kim Stephenson
Ken Snow
Rah Roth
Jews State
Lakers set marks as champs chase elusive title
The Lakers finished a historic regular season with a 124-98 win over Seattle, cementing records for winning percentage 681, 33 game win streak, most home victories 35, most road wins 81, and widest victory margin. Wilt Chamberlain and Happy Hairston joined the 1000-rebound club while Gail Goodrich led with 24 points as Los Angeles prepares to face Chicago in the Western semis.
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Los Angeles
Lakers
NBA
Wilt Chamberlain
Happy “Hairston
Galt Goodrich
Seattle
Chicago Bulls
Golden State
Philadelphia
Teers
Jack Ramsay
Boston
Detroit
Atlanta
New York
Baltimore
Buffalo
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Houston
Portland
UCLA Keeps NCAA Title as Bruins Earn Sixth Crown
UCLA clinched another NCAA title with an 81-76 win over Florida State, extending the Bruins' dominance under coach John Wooden. Bill Walton led with 24 points and 20 rebounds, while Keith Wilkes added 23 as UCLA capped a near perfect season and prepared for more titles.
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Los Angeles
UPI
Bill Russell
Walian Eng
UCLA
Russell
University of San Francisco
Florida State
Johm Wooden
Bruins
Austin Carr
Notre Dame
Bill Walton
la Mesa
Calif
Jim
Keith Wilkes
Wooden
Bruin
All America
Henry Bibby
Seminoles
Tallahassee
Zulkoski Starkey win Sunday TV scotch doubles
Larry Zulkoski and Linda Starkey captured the doubles title with a 459 series on handicap games of 235 210 and 208 at Boulevard Lanes. Runners up were Dan Buggi and Marion Hecktt, 632, followed by Jill and Jan Sixta, 626, and other top teams.
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Larry Zulkoski
Linda Starkey
Boulevard Lanes
Dan Buggi
Marion Hecktt
Jill
Jan Sixta
Harald Krumland
Rita Fuhr
Rich
Emily Fuhr
Henry Gates
Marilyn Kudda
Mary
Pat Studnicka
Zulkoski-Starkey
the Sixtes
Huggi-Hecker
Tevm
Marv
Columbus
Channel 7
Astros view spring as path to indoor World Series glory
Houston rebuilds under manager Harry Walker after rehires and bold trades. Spearheaded by slugger May and second baseman Helms, with prospects Metzger and Rader giving offense. Pitching depth boosts hopes as Roberts joins from San Diego alongside a strong starting quartet.
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Lad May
Tommy ‘Helms
Jimmy Stewart
Ineianall
Secomé
Dave Roberts
San Diego
Walker
Richardson
Bass anglers shine as state fishing awards go to several
The Game Commission reports Cork Thornton of Valentine and Spud Kaputska of Elyria excelled with big largemouths at Merrill Reservoir and Willow Lake. Thornton’s fish weighed from five to seven pounds, Kaputska’s from five to five pounds seven ounces. The piece lists other citation winners for various species across Nebraska, naming anglers and locales.
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Lincoln
UPI
State Game Commission
Cork ‘Thornton
Valentine
Spud Kaputska
Elyria
Thornton
Merrill Reservoir
Kaputska
Willow Lake
Brown County
Cecil Hoff
Nan
Crookston
Arthur Beagle
Tralland
Stella
Leland
Verdon
Joseph Fox
Offutt Air Force Bate
Peggy Slizoske
Omaha
David Brink
Union
Ruben Johannes
Oman
Royals Lose Exhibition On Florida Trip
The Omaha Royals fell 340 in an exhibition game in Sarasota as they opened the season. They were set to play Eugene, Oregon of the Pacific Coast League in the afternoon. Gary Sanserino Norm Angellini and Keith Marshall joined the club after being sent down by the Kansas City Royals.
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Sarasota, Fla
UPI
Omaha Royals
Charleston
W. Va
Omaha
Royals
Eugene
Ore
Gary Sanserino
Norm Angelini
Keith Marshall
Omaha Elub
Kansas City Royals
Baseball moves and signings stir spring reports
A fragmented recap notes shifts in MLB rosters as Robinson leaves the Orioles and the Yankees pursue trades. Mentions of Sparky Tao and other winter deals hint at evolving team plans amid spring training chatter and East division context.
Bruins Quiet Party After Clinching East Titan Title
The Boston Bruins secured their second straight East Division title in the National Hockey League with a late win over the Montreal Canadiens. Eddie Johnston and goalie talk emphasized staying focused for the upcoming Stanley Cup playoffs as Boston wrapped the night with six beer cases in the dressing room and Mike Walton, Dallas Smith, Johnny McKenzie, and Derek Sanderson scoring. The Bruins’ victory came as New York Rangers were eliminated by Minnesota North Stars, keeping the title within reach of Boston.
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United Press International
Boston Bruins
Eddie Johnston
Boston
Montreal Canadiens
Lean Mate Esposito
Bruins
Montreal
Eddie Westfall
New York Rangers
Minnesota North Stars
Dohnsen
Chicago Jack Hawks
St. Louis Hues
Bobby Hull
Blues
Kansas City
Yankees
Lyle
Red Box
Monty Montgomery
Rusty ‘Torres
Rote Blomberg
Bernie Alten
Fin Tieter
Vida Blue
Athletics
San’ Diego Padres
Joe Rudi
Sal Bande
A's
San Diego
Nolan
California Angels
Cleveland Indians
California
Bob Bailey
Montreal Expos
Houston Astros
Rusty Staub
Expos
Willie Horton
Freehan
Detroit Tigers
Philadelphia Phillies
Mickey Lalich
Phil Meeler
Ron
Perranoski
Reds
Cincinnati
St. Louis Cardinals
Pirates
Johnny Bench
Innning
St. Louis
Hal McRae
Jim Auchamp
Ken Singleton
New York Mets
Los Angeles Dodgers
Reggie Smith
Stan Bahnsen
Red Sox
Chicago White Sox
Jim Hart
Danny Thompson
Minnesota Twins
Atlanta Braves
Jim Kaat
Twins
Billy Williams
Burt Hooton
Chicago Cubs
Milwaukee Brewers
Williams
Jerry Degaron
Oie
Terry Crowleys
Baltimore Orioles
Texas Rangers
Orioles
Chica Salmon
Bobby Grich
Don Baylor
Ramsay quits 76ers after troubled season
Jack Ramsay announced resignation as Philadelphia 76ers coach after a season that ended with a third place Atlantic Division finish and no playoff appearance. He cited a philosophy mismatch and internal tensions as factors, saying he would be willing to coach elsewhere.
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UPI
Jack Ramsay
Phil Fa Re Ramsay
76Ers
Iis
Golden“State Farriors
Philadel
National Basketball ‘Association
Ake
Ramsay
Vnnis
Hich
Ate
Téers
WEI
1Éers
Oilers
Ducks Unlimited Canada budget plan for habitat work
Sport Shorts reports Ducks Unlimited Canada proposes a 3 million dollar budget for Canadian operations in 1972 funded largely by U S donations. Funds aim to restore waterfowl breeding habitat coast to coast across Canada, announced by DU Canada President Robert A White at Regina meeting. The item sits among local notes including Bill Talmage banquet guest list and upgrades to a football field with artificial turf and lights, while Missouri and Iowa State plan to play on natural grass next season.
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Paul Ernst
Ducks Unlimited
Sarneclhel , Atestani Conservation Organizaton
Benning
U.S
Canada
Ducks Unlimited (Canada
Robert A. White
Regina
Bill Talmage
Bill
Buffalo
N.Y
Talmadge
Columbus
The
Elks Country
Iain Tadeeeate
Cowboys
Missouri
Iowa State
Maryland Wins NIT Championship Over Niagara
Maryland claims its first national title with a 100 to 69 victory over Niagara in the National Invitation Tournament final. Five starters return next season as coach Lefty Driesell eyes a shot at UCLA in the NCAA kingpin, though ACC tournament defeat by North Carolina foiled this year.
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New York
UPI
University’ of Maryland
Terrapins
Niagara
Lefty Driesenl
UCLA
Terps
North Carolina
Tar Heels
Fonner Park Daily Double Results From Grand Island
UPI reports Fonner Park in Grand Island posted Saturday daily double results. First race winner Angel Page paid 5.80, second race Travel Fast paid 31.80 with total bets around 103,366 dollars.
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Grand Island
UPI
Fonner Park
Angel Page
Travel Fast Fm
A Ae Did
Ragellew
Bowling League High Scores Highlight Weekend Action
In Boulevard lanes Arnberger's 614 led the Sunday Night Mixed League with a 213 and 206. Ajida Starkey topped women with 168, while Russ's Mippers claimed top team honors at 1,858. Saturday Night Allied League saw John Sprachey lead men with 222 and 85. Jenny Kuta shot 227 and 210 for a 561 series. Drews Tire Service posted 2,595 as a team high. Thunderbolt League featured Emil Mueller 571 with 214, and Lynn Nite 238 in a busy scoring window. Triple F Feeds posted 2,592 while other notable scores included Sharon Landenkles 179 and Donna Matson 452.
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Bob Nese
Boulevard Lanes
Ajida Starkey
Singleton
Dan
O Russ
Mippers
John Sprachey
Sharon Landenkles
Donna Matson
Lynn Nite
Floyd Campbell
Gary Jones
Triple F
Player Wins Masters Prep With New Orleans Open Title
Gary Player won the Greater New Orleans Open by one stroke over Jack Nicklaus and Dave Kilchelberger, finishing 279 with a final round 69. Player earned about $28,000 and heads to Augusta gloved in form, while Nicklaus surpassed $100,000 in earnings for the year.
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New Orleans
Gary Player
South Africa
Ms. Ife
Augusta
Jack Nicklaus
Dave Kilchelberger
Billy Ziobro
John Lister
Billy Casper
Coleader
Nicklaus
Atle Ney
Rolfer
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