Morabito fires 49ers coach Red Strader in upheaval
Postseason buzz surrounds the San Francisco 49ers after Tony Morabito sacks Red Strader amid rumors of an incompatible fit. Commentary from John Barrington and others questions who bears blame, while Browns coach Paul Brown is praised for strict discipline leading to success. Meanwhile, NHL and college football notes plus Cal basketball radio plans round out a busy sports scene.
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49ers Hazeltine to enter Army service in June
San Francisco 49ers end Hazeltine, a 22 year old California standout, will join the Army next June, potentially sitting out two seasons. The decision comes as the club faces personnel turmoil with coach Strader fired and star Clay Matthews leaving for business. Hazeltine may be inducted at Fort Ord as he weighs remaining civilian status before service.
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Santa Anita Opens Ninth Season With Palos Verdes Feature
Fabulous Santa Anita began its 79th season with a 55 day meet led by the $20,000 added Palos Verdes handicap at six furlongs. A 14 horse field included El Drag Porterhouse Aldon and Travyertine. The meet features 92 stakes with purses totaling 6,105,006 including the Santa Anita Handicap Derby Ma furlito and San Juan Capistrano.
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Bahama Debuts in New York Ring Tonight
Bahama will make his New York ring debut at St Nicholas Arena tonight in a ten round welterweight bout against Paolo Melisi of Montreal. The 34 4 2 fighter from Miami replaces unavailable Chico Vejar in the card.
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1955 Aerial Arms East West Shrine Football Preview
Quarterbacks Em Lindbeck of Illinois and Gareth Reichow of Iowa practice for the East West Shrine game at Kezar Stadium. Both East and West squads held light drills as players recover from flu and injuries. USC end Leon Clarke was released from hospital and deemed fit to play.
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Full Scale Drill For Knox Boosts UCLA’s Bowl Hopes
UCLA ace passer Ronnie Knox, sidelined by an ankle injury, appears set to play in the Ross Bowl on January 2. He may join full dress rehearsals this week, adding a versatile edge to an already potent Bruins attack alongside Bob Davenport and Sam Brown. Michigan State’s Duffy Daugherty says his Spartans are fit and nearing peak as both teams resume practice with Spartan seven point favorites.
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No Retirement Yet As Good as Ever Says Ez
Hall Woop reports boxing star Charles, aging heavyweight champion, refuses retirement after a split decision over Bob Albright. He weighs about 195 pounds and says reflexes are unchanged, still confident in a future title shot against Rocky Marciano or Archie Moore, with earnings around $3060 for the bout and travel costs.
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USF LaSalle Clash Tonight in Holiday Festival Showdown
San Francisco and La Salle, last season's NCAA final participants, meet in New York as the Holiday Festival at Madison Square Garden opens. The Dons seek a 54th straight win led by Hill Russell and KC Jones, while La Salle, weakened by graduation, aims to upset. Also in Garden matches UCLA vs Sir John’s and Duquesne vs Fordham as the tournament kicks into high gear with multiple first round games and a crowded holiday basketball schedule across major events.
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Dons Head VNS Poll for 3rd Straight Week
San Francisco Dons remain atop national poll after seven straight wins, aiming to extend their streak to 39 consecutive victories. North Carolina State and Dayton hold second and third spots in INS rankings amid a holiday festival kickoff at Madison Square Garden. LaSalle looms as potential NCAA final foe as Dons chase history.
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California Bears Roll Dartmouth 78 to 59 in Berkeley
California stamped Dartmouth 78 59 in Berkeley as Stanford, Santa Clara, Wisconsin, Iowa, and San Jose State vie in Week of Western basketball. Bears guard Karl Robinson and forward Larry Leday lead with 14 and 14 points respectively, while Dartmouth sputtered after a 14 3 start and a 34 22 halftime deficit.
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