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Newspaper
Decatur Daily
Location
Decatur, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1966
Page
8
In a joint session, NFL and AFL officials discussed cross league exhibitions. All AFL teams are to play at least one NFL opponent though scheduling conflicts may limit some NFL clubs.
Maury Wills told reporters in Spokane that the Pittsburgh Pirates would have a good chance to win the 1967 National League pennant with him or without him but he would decide later. Traded Thursday from the Los Angeles Dodgers, he said negotiations could be worked out but he has not decided whether to join the Pirates, promising to mull it over through the winter as the trade rumors continued.
Walter O Malley defends the Wills trade to the Pirates saying no personal animus and that a star would not be traded for discipline. Willie Mays or not, Wills accepts the move and vows full effort with Pittsburgh, noting he could still play short or third with equal fire.
California Angels send Dean Chance and a player to be named to Minnesota for outfielder Jimmie Hall Don Mincher and pitcher Pete Cimino. Pittsburgh acquires Juan Pizarro from Chicago White Sox. Dodgers swap Tommy Davis Derrell Griffith to New York Mets for Ron Hunt and Jim Hickman. Yankees trade Clete Boyer for Bill Robinson and Chi Olive to Atlanta. Dodgers dispatch Wills to Pittsburgh for Bob Bailey Gene Michael. Philadelphia ships Darold Knowles to Washington for Don Lock.
The New York Knickerbockers bring back Wayne Molis a 6 foot 8 inch rookie forward from Lewis College Chicago after a term on the inactive list. John Johnson and Team officials confirmed the move and Molis is available for upcoming games.
Oklahoma seeks a 7 3 finish and a share of second in the Big Eight under Jim Greenlee. Oklahoma State aims to tie Missouri for third and make the division's first- ever appearance. The Sooners have dominated the series, and last year OSU edged Oklahoma 17 16. Ronnie Johnson leads OSU with a strong passing game supporting RBs and Hinton.
The Naval Academy announced resignations of assistants Hugh McWilliams and Ernie Jorge from the football staff. Capt. Alan R. Cameron said Bill Elias will screen applications for the two vacancies immediately. Jorge joined in 1955 from the Chicago Cardinals and coached Navy’s offensive line. McWilliams, a 1960 hire, coached backs and ends.
Florida State coach Hugh Durham said Len ny Hall likely misses the season after a knee twist in the opener. The 6 foot 4 forward left after under five minutes, with torn cartilage suspected. surgery decision pending. Hall, a former junior college star, scored twice and had an assist and two rebounds.
A Milwaukee man Gerald Hagie files a circuit court action to declare null the contract granting the Green Bay Packers exclusive rights to play at County Stadium. The suit cites Wisconsin and federal antitrust laws and argues the agreement diverts stadium use from public benefit. A group led by Martin L. Fishman recently sought rights to Continental League games at the stadium.
Monsanto's Textile Division Recreation Association opened a basketball league with thirteen teams. Games will be at Austinville Elementary School on Monday Tuesday and Thursday nights. In opening action B Chemical Lab beat B Manufacturing 65 59 with Pearce on 25 points.
Chicago Bulls asked waivers on 6-9 center Nate Bowman from Wichita State. President Dick Klein said 6-8 George Wilson would be the team's key tall player, with Bowman potentially assigned to farm affiliates in Benton Harbor Michigan or Hartford Connecticut if unclaimed. Bowman fractured an ankle in preseason and has played only briefly.
Former La Salle offensive coach Robert E. Schwalenberg will coach Columbia University's backfield, bringing his run blocking and passing game expertise to the Lions for the upcoming season.
Elk mont Red Devils beat East Limestone 64 to 49 as Steve Ussery scored 27 points to fuel the victory and James Hobbs added 26 for East Limestone. Elkmont remains undefeated under Coach Charles Garner with upcoming road games at Clements and West Limestone.
Ryan scored its seventh win of the season by beating Athens Bible School 76 to 53. Leon Mooney led the winners with points, Julian added 16, and Robison topped ABS with 16. ABS fell 54 46 in a junior game. Ryan hosts Eva Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh quarterback Bill Nelsen, out since a knee injury in early season, was officially reactivated by the Steelers. A team spokesman said his status for Sunday's game versus the Eagles in Philadelphia was undecided though Nelsen has practiced this week.
Felipe Alou of the Atlanta Braves led the summer All-Star game season with 114 at bats for the year. The slugger posted the most hits among participants, reflecting a standout offensive run for the club.
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