NAIA Track and Field Meet Opens in Abilene Texas
Entries near 300 mark kick off the third annual NAIA meet in Abilene with records likely. Heavy favorites include Rocky Marefford, Ezz and Charles in discus and two mile, while June 1 weigh-ins loom for weight events as golf and tennis join the carnival hosted by Robert Christenber and the national association in New York.
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Big Ten Rule Change Seeks Bans on Contests With Eligible Outsiders
West Lafayette Indiana based report states faculty representatives and athletic directors voted to modify the Big Ten rule barring athletic contests with non-conference schools that grant certain affiliations. The decision addresses eligibility standards and potential future scheduling rules for member institutions.
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Palmer Wins Colonial Open In Fort Worth Golf Classic
Johnny Palmer of Cheriotte North Carolina captured the Colonial Open title at Fort Worth with a final round 69 for a 72 hole total of 280, earning $5000. Fred Haas Jr. was runner up with 282, Byron Nelson and Harvie Ward tied for third with 283, Ward the first amateur in top ten in Colonial history. Ben Hogan withdrew after two rounds due to a virus.
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Middies Rout Cal In Western Sprint Regatta
The undefeated Naval Academy crew posted their 28th straight win by finishing six minutes 29.9 seconds ahead of California in the fourth annual Western Sprint regatta. California, the defending champion, was clocked on the 2000 meter course as Middies dominated the race on Saturday.
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Zatopek’s Triple Gold Feat Called Greatest Track Milestone
The article lauds Emil Zatopek for winning the 5000, 10,000 and marathon at the same Olympics. It argues the feat surpasses prior achievements due to tougher competition and the extreme training required for three demanding events. The writer insists Zatopek’s effort is super human and deserving of reverent praise.
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Parrin Takes Ashland Feature In Night Racing Show
Oakland Racing Assn. drivers paralyzed the Ashland oval on daylight speed, with Jack Parrin of Sen Le driving a 1935 Plymouth to win the 20 lap feature over Glen Johnson and En Mendes. Carmel Fernandez Sr. crashed, Charlie Ray flagged the race, and San Leandro’s Jim Gtr finished strong in second. Consolation and Trophy Dash winners included Carmel Fernandez Jr, Len Mendes, and Wild Bil Allen as the day produced typical thrills and spins.
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Garagiola Signals Willingness to Face Senate
Joe Garagiola says he would be glad to face the Senate Judiciary subcommittee about a broadcast offer the panel viewed as tampering. He described himself as a strong hitter and said he might enjoy going to Washington to explain how he became a 300 hitter.
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