Foreman and Frazier Face Fresh Frame of Boxing Fate
New York boxing notes ahead of Foreman versus Frazier non title bout at Nassau Coliseum. Reflections trace Jamaica bout shadows, finances, and curbed careers, while both fighters seek new momentum and a resolve to rebound.
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Jimmy Young
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Olympic swimming trials open five days in Long Beach
United States hopes rest on Shirley Babashoff Tim Shaw and John Xaber as five days of preliminaries at Belmont Plaza pool determine the Olympic team for Montreal. East Germany and other nations challenge US dominance while world records shift with Krause Matthes and Furniss among notable rivals.
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Belmont Plaza
Cowan Retires From Football
Los Angeles Rams tackle Charlie Cowan, a key part of the line for 15 years, announces retirement at age 33 due to an ankle injury from last season. Coach Chuck Knox calls him among Ram history’s greats, following fellow veteran Joe Scibelli’s earlier retirement.
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Tim Shaw Strives Beyond Spitz Benchmark In Olympic Trials
Tim Shaw, 18, of Long Beach State earns comparisons to Mark Spitz only by gender and water affinity. Coach Dick Jochums praises his relentless pursuit and refusal to quit, noting Shaw’s superior endurance and willingness to push through discomfort as rival Steve Holland threatens in the 400 and 1,500 freestyles during the upcoming Olympic trials in Long Beach, California.
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