Local high school baseball sees shocks in weekend results
George Washington Dan River and Tunstall all lost weekend games to teams they had previously beaten by wide margins. GW dropped to North Carolina 3-2, Dan River fell 8-7 after an 18-2 win, and Tunstall lost 10-8 to Laurel Park. The outcomes affect district standings and playoff chances for Dan River and Tunstall.
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Inside Sports: Coaches weigh slim post season chances
Larry Clark reports on Foster and Bryant battling for a district second regional berth amid tight standings. Foster’s Wildcats crushed Patrick County to pull even with its victim, while both coaches acknowledge the odds and insist they still have a chance, though the path remains tough.
Morrall retires after 2 seasons with Dolphins
Earl Morrall, veteran quarterback with 43 NFL seasons and multiple teams, announces retirement after concluding a rebuilding Miami Dolphins year under coach Don Shula. Morrall departs with 1,379 of 2,689 passes completed for 20,809 yards and 161 touchdowns, recalling 1972 perfect season and Super Bowl runs. He plans to return to Michigan State for spring practice while exploring business options.
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NCAA And Olympic Committee Split Leaves Struggle For Reunification
In Springs Colorado AP reports the USOC and NCAA survived their 1972 split with mutual success. The PCOS urged broad reform while debate over NCAA reinstatement continues. Sen. Stone commends USOC progress though questions linger about NCAA leverage and representation in Olympic delegation.
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Davis Cupers Take Drubbing As Connors Nets $50,000
In Buenos Aires the United States suffered its fifth straight Davis Cup defeat as Argentina beat the Americans 3-2 over the weekend. Jimmy Connors earned $50,000 in Las Vegas before movie stars, while Tony Trabert led a makeshift U.S. lineup that failed on clay. The article notes broader tensions between big money tours and Davis Cup heritage, with withdrawals shaping the weekend and national teams debating future paths.
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Baylor Inducted Into Basketball Hall Of Fame
Baylor joins Frank McGuire Charles Cooper Laddie Gate and Skinny Johnson as 103rd HOF inductees. About two dozen past Hall members attended the ceremony in Springfield MA where stained glass windows and a banquet highlighted the event. Baylor, a Lakers star from 1958-70, scored 43 149 points in his career and led the league in multiple categories.
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Chiefs trade Reamon to Bears for draft pick
Kansas City, AP says the Chiefs sent running back Tommy Reamon to Chicago for a sixth round choice in the two day draft beginning Tuesday. Reamon played 1976 with 314 rushing yards on 103 carries and 10 receptions for 136 yards with one TD. Kansas City holds 17 picks across 12 rounds, with multiple choices in the fourth, sixth, eighth and ninth rounds.
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Oilers Rule Out Pastorini Trade To Rams
Houston Oilers coach Bum Phillips said the team will not trade disgruntled quarterback Dan Pastorini to the Los Angeles Rams. He cited the deal as unworkable and noted Pastorini will still play the season with commitment, while the Oilers focus on drafting linemen in the upcoming NFL draft.
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