Purdue narrowly edges Tulsa 77 to 74 in season opener
Purdue’s Bob Mount scored 29 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to lift the Boilermakers to a 77-74 win over Tulsa. Tulsa’s Ron Carson led all scorers with 31 points as the game stayed close late before Mount’s baskets sealed the victory.
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Raiders Open Season With Young Lineup At Decatur
Decatur High opens with Tony Julian at Athens Claude Stevenson at Calhoun and David Robertson on Alabama Freshman squad.returning from last year are Doug Fisher and Wally Terry as guards with several B-team call ups. The Raiders face undefeated Priceville Friday in an early test before hosting Butler of Huntsville and competing in the Gadsden Tournament of Champions during Christmas.
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Michigan State Football Posts Strong 1969 Home Attendance
Michigan State averaged 70 426 fans per home game across five home contests in 1969, highlighting robust spectator support for the Spartans that season.
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Razorbacks Face Longhorns as No 2 Texas Sets Tone
In New York AP report, Arkansas trails No 1 Texas in rankings ahead of the big clash at Fayetteville. Broyles praises Royal as top coach and notes Texas uses the Wishbone-T with a potent triple option and diverse passing threat. Also mentions USC star Sid Smith undergoing knee surgery and missing the Rose Bowl.
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Trade Winds Rise in Major League Winter Meetings
In Fort Lauderdale the winter meetings begin with Epstein, Alou, and Reichardt as top trade chatter. Clubs seek help before December 15, with Senators, Yankees, Braves, Angels, and Indians among teams discussed. Major trades could reshape rosters as Epstein seeks a second baseman and catcher and Reichardt may join the Angels if a suitable deal emerges.
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Ryan High star Robert Whisenant shines in Holly Pond tourney
Daily Sports Writer notes senior Robert Whisenant of Ryan High School dominates the Holly Pond Invitational with averages around 45 points per game on 50 percent shooting and strong rebounding. Coach David Abercrombie praises his moves and clutch free throws as the Red Devils post a 7-2 record and prepare for Falkville.
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7 Footers Dominated as Big Man Obscures Opponents
A standout 35 point 13 rebound performance drew praise from coaches East Morehead and Florida. Madison Brooks credited size and skill while Bill Harrell said the foe would be tough to match. Florida coach Tommy Bartlett noted injuries to two starters and a thumb dislocation sidelining Ed Lucky.
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