USC Bell Expected To Be First Choice In NFL Draft
The NFL draft opens with USC running back Hickey Bell projected as the No. 1 pick for Tampa Bay, which earned the top slot after an 0-14 season. Tony Dorsett may go No. 2 to Seattle, while Cincinnati holds three first‑round picks and Washington has none. The draft duration is shortened to 12 rounds under the new labor agreement, with 345 players to be chosen over two days.
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Tech Seeks ACC Membership Fails in Vote
The Atlantic Coast Conference rejected Virginia Tech's bid for membership after the vote, with Virginia and Clemson sponsoring the application. Officials declined comment. Tech, now an independent, weighs future conference options as leaders express disappointment and resolve to pursue strong athletic programs.
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Eagles Dominate Durham in High School Track Meet
George Washington swept the meet at the Eagles track as Hairston Broadnax Manley and Ainsworth led with multiple wins. Broadnax captured long jump, triple jump and 0yard run totaling 13 points while Manley and Ainsworth posted double wins in hurdles and high jump respectively. The Eagles’ relay teams and other winners like Dawson, Kirby and Sampson contributed to a 100 24 victory and set the stage for the Western District meet.
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Rockets, Flyers face semifinal showdown in NBA playoffs
The Houston Rockets and Philadelphia 76ers advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals in a best of seven. Philadelphia defeated Boston 83 77 in seven games behind Lloyd Free 27 points while Houston beat Washington 204 103 with Rudy Tomjanovich 26 and Mike Newlin 21. Golden State and Los Angeles set for a seventh game after the Warriors edged the Lakers 113 108 as Rick Barry led with 27.
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Home teams lose in modern baseball travel trend
Baseball trends show visiting teams winning more on the road as home parks lose their edge. The piece notes identical ballparks, reduced unique park features, and the Pirates carrying multiple uniform sets while on tour. It cites Mets waivers for Rey Sadecki and roster moves as context within a broader road-advantage discussion.
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Nordiques Defeat Racers To Reach WHA Final Round
Quebec defeated the Racers 4 to 3 to reach the WHA final round as Real Cloutier scored three goals and Serge Bernier had a goal and four assists in the Monday night game.
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Baseball and hockey tradeoffs across major leagues
The week’s sports moves include the Twins claiming Dave Johnson on waivers while the Yankees acquire Pavel Motes from Texas. Major hockey news has Quebec Nordiques advancing to the WHA East final with a 4 1 victory over Indianapolis, as Cloutier and Bordeleau propel the run.
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Gretna Defeats Hawks in Seminole District Game
Ralph Harris of Gretna limited Rustburg to five singles while fanning six and issuing one walk in a 13-40 Seminole District win. Hawks drop to 6-7 in the league 6-9 overall as Marty Rowles allows six earned runs in 3 2 3 innings for his second loss amid Gretna’s 4-4 start. Gretna next hosts Nelson County on Wednesday.
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Mint Juleps Rule Derby Day At Churchill Downs
In Louisville about 75,000 mint juleps will be sold at Churchill Downs on Derby day, with a cool and wet forecast bringing an estimated 50,000. Each drink costs 2.50 dollars and includes a keepsake Derby glass, while the mint comes from local greenhouses and 136,000 pounds of ice, 8,000 glasses, and 125,000 sprigs of mint are prepared for the event.
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YMCA Tennis Trip to World Team Match in Greensboro
The Danville YMCA sponsors a Wednesday trip to the Greensboro Coliseum for a World Tennis Team match between the Los Angeles Strings and the Soviet Union. A bus leaves at 0:30 pm for an 8:00 pm start. Notable players include Levastase, Alex Metreviere, Rose de Tanner, John Newcombe, Rosemary Casals, Dianne Fromboltz and Sue Strap. Tickets via the YMCA at 72 0621. Fees due by 9 pm Tuesday.
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