Hartselle Falls to Russellville in TVC Clash
Russellville defeated Hartselle 61 to 58 in the TVC tournament at Athens College Gym, erasing an 11 point second half lead. Jarrett scored 20 for Hartselle while Pace led Russellville with 21 as Russellville grabbed the late, decisive advantage.
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Charles West
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College Roundup South Carolina Drops To NC State In Close Finish
Sophomore standouts from multiple schools highlight a weekend slate as Temple edged Villanova 57-56 on a Brookins free throw in the final seconds. Holy Cross upset Connecticut 73-72 on Hochstein’s late free throw. Virginia beat Maryland 65-62. Loyola Chicago crushed Marquette 87-65 as Creighton fell at home to Bellarmine 81-78. North Carolina won at Wake Forest 99-83. Top ten teams had open dates amid a tight national program. South Carolina suffered a late mishap at Columbia in a 55-54 loss to NC State after a key out of bounds play.
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Texas Western faces Sun Bowl eligibility questions
In El Paso a Texas Western College adviser says no charges will be pressed over two ineligible players in the Sun Bowl against TCU. Athletic director George McCarty notes end Bob Wallace and linebacker Fred Carr failed NCAA junior college transfer rules. NCAA investigators will review the situation as university officials defer comment.
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Operation Success For Billy Wade
Chicago Bears quarterback Bill Wade underwent knee surgery with his doctor saying the operation was successful. The surgeon noted the knee should improve, but Wade’s football future is uncertain. The injury stems from decades of playing, and Wade spent most of last season sidelined after preseason practice. Wade once starred at Vanderbilt and helped the Bears win the 1963 championship.
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Chiefs Talent Scout Don Kloster Resigns Over West Coast Remarks
Kansas City Chiefs head talent scout Don Kloster resigned citing statements attributed to him on the West Coast last week as the main reason for departure.
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College Scores From Coast To Coast Across Night of Games
Niagara 93 Buffalo 6 and Drexel 66 Delaware 6 highlight a night of uneven results. Siena 98 Hunter 93 in overtime, Fairleigh Dickinson 88 Montclair State 79, Slippery Rock 88 California Pa 68. Other notable upsets and high scores include Scranton 109 Upsala 96 and Ithaca 88 Mansfield 75.
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Funeral today for Satchel Paige's mother Lula Coleman Paige
Funeral services were held today for Lula Coleman Paige 104 mother of legendary pitcher Leroy Satchel Paige born Mobile August 17 1861 died Tuesday at her Mobile home Paige famed for his sports achievements and later career milestones.
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Lee DeFore Still Leads SEC Scoring
Auburn star Lee De Fore remains atop the SEC scoring race with a 26.7 point per game average after nine games. Clyde Lee of Vanderbilt sits second at 23.7, while Pat Riley of Kentucky is third at 23.1. Buisson of Auburn leads field goal percentage at 58.1 percent after 36 makes. De Fore also leads in rebounds with 195 boards for a 16.25 average, and Paul Morton of Florida tops free throws at 88 percent with 22 makes in 25 attempts.
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Billy Conn Elected to Boxing Hall of Fame
New York AP Billy Conn voted into Boxing Hall of Fame along with Jake Kilrain Johnny Coulon Young Corbett Moran in Ring Magazine poll. Conn held the light heavyweight title after beating Melio Bettina and Gus Lesnevich in eliminations before losing a heavyweight bid to Joe Louis in 1941 and again in 1946.
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Veteran pitcher Paige defies age rumors amid return to majors
The veteran pitcher Paige, listed as 59 though some sources claim 65 or 57, continues to pitch beyond typical retirement age. He recently finished a stint with the Kansas City Athletics and first joined the majors in 1948 after starring in the Negro leagues.
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First Time Sloan Drills With South For Sr Bowl
Mobile Alabama AP report notes rain hampered practice for the Senior Bowl with Weeb Ewbank coaching the South and Mike Holovak the North. A tentative South roster includes Casey Drulis Kestner McCormick Hindman Gagner Jane Buffone Cody Emanuel, while Sloan throws and Johnson competes at quarterback as drills proceed.
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Austin Bears defeat Falkville 61 58 in tough early season win
Austin Highs Black Bears posted their third regular season victory, edging Falkville 61 58. Buddy Martin led with 26 points, Phil McDonald added 14, and Gerald Segars scored 22 for Falkville while the Austin Juniors fell 39 36 in the related game.
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Hartselle Wins County Tournament Bid by Coin Toss
Morgan County high school coaches selected Hartselle High as the county tournament site after a coin flip left Hartselle and Austin of Decatur tied at six votes each. The weeklong event runs Saturday January 29 through Saturday February 5 with both senior and junior teams, and pairings will be drawn January 19 in Hartselle.
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Hartselle
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Larry Fields
Morgan County
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David Hartselle
Charles West
Russellville
Barry Pace
Pat Perkins
Kenny Pierce
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Celtics Lose to Lakers as Russell Chooses Coaching Limits
Boston Celtics fall 120-113 to the Los Angeles Lakers with Bill Russell scoring 11 points while Sam Jones leads Boston. Red Auerbach absent due to his father's illness. Lakers' West 29 and Hazzard 25 pace the win. Other scores include San Francisco 118 New York 117 and Baltimore 114 St. Louis 101. Cincinnati beat Detroit 117-103 in Dayton.
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