Florence State Announces ’68 Grid Schedule
Florence State reveals a 10 game football schedule for 1968 under athletic director H A Flowers. The Lions add Arkansas State Teachers at Conway and Centenary College while dropping Gordon Military Academy. Remaining home games include Samford University Louisiana College U Tennessee Martin and Jacksonville State.
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Palmer Haynie Top Pro Golfers of 1967
Arnold Palmer and Sandra Haynie were named the top professional golfers of 1967 by Golf Digest. Palmer led the Performances Averages ranking, beating out Jack Nicklaus who was voted pro golfer of the year, while Haynie edged Kathy Whitworth.
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Niekro Throws 19 Wild Pitches Last Season
Knuckleballer Phil Niekro of the Atlanta Braves recorded 19 wild pitches during the previous season, reflecting a high control struggle for the veteran pitcher.
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Nicklaus Leads Crosby Field Open at Pebble Beach
Jack Nicklaus defends his Crosby Tournament title as a large field of pros and amateurs gathers for opening day at Pebble Beach with Spyglass Hill and Cypress Point also in play. Arnold Palmer, Billy Casper and other big names enter while Julius Boros sits out awaiting word by Wednesday.
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Yankees Release Spring Training Schedule and Exhibition Plans
The New York Yankees announced a 31 game spring training schedule starting March 7 in Pompano Beach. They will play in Mexico City from March 18 to 21 against the Reds and the Tigers, open the exhibition season vs Washington, and host Baltimore in Fort Lauderdale. The club breaks camp after April 4 vs Washington and heads to college baseball venues for the season opener on April 9 at Yankee Stadium.
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Amon Wins New Zealand Grand Prix as Hulme Injured
Chris Amon of New Zealand wins the Pukekohe Grand Prix in a Ferrari finishing 59 minutes and 20.1 seconds ahead of Frank Gardner. Denis Hulme, world champion, suffers concussion and possible neck injury in a five lap crash, hospitalized but not seriously hurt. Maurice Brownlie also injured as cars collide. Jimmy Clark leads early but spins out. Other top drivers include Brace McLaren and Pedro Rodriguez.
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Blanda Key Factor in Raiders’ Orange Bowl Bid
Veteran placekicker George Blanda, born Sept. 17 1927, anchors Oakland Raiders offense as they race toward the AFL title and face Green Bay in the Bowl game where field goal kicking could decide the outcome.
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Blanda Replaced by Young Raiders Duo in AFL Context
In Houston during the Super Bowl season a veteran quarterback gave way to the youth shift. Blanda joined the Raiders last summer after a long Chi career and the AFL scene showed a glint in Sam Hunt's eye as a fresh era began.
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Blanda and Chandler Share Roles in Pro Football Season
The article details George Blanda and Don Chandler leading the AFL scoring with 1116 points combined. Blanda carried many duties at quarterback and kicker, including the only touchdown pass in the Sept. 3 exhibition loss to the 49ers. Chandler, in his 12th season with the Packers, focused on placekicking and punting as Donny Anderson handled punting, finishing with 96 points and 11 field goals from the 30 yard line.
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NCAA Convention Opens With Track And Scholarship Rule Debate
The NCAA convention begins Monday in New York with focus on control of amateur track and field, enforcement of scholarship penalties, and reform of eligibility rules including the controversial 1.6 GPA standard. Ivy League institutions oppose the 1.6 rule arguing it pressures students and clashes with higher local standards.
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Richey and Riessen Enter Indoor Tennis Championship
Cliff Richey and Marty Riessen join three British Davis Cup players in the 1968 National Indoor Tennis Championships set for February 10 to 18 in Salisbury Maryland.
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Zasada Named Poland Athlete of the Year
Sobieslaw Zasada, 1967 European auto rally champion, was voted Poland’s athlete of the year on Saturday in Warsaw.
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