Lakers draft Hartselle's Charles Russell in fifth round
At about 3 30 p m CDT Thursday the NBA draft listed Charles Boonie Russell as the 74th pick. The Hartselle star was shooting near home when he learned via his agent Norm Blass of New York he had been selected by the Los Angeles Lakers. Russell said he would have preferred an earlier spot but accepted the fifth round pick with optimism.
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Boonie) Russell
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Russell reflects on NBA draft position and Lakers option
Alabama star Boonie Russell expresses satisfaction with being drafted 74th, notes SEC peers ahead of him, and considers ABA opportunities with Los Angeles Lakers as his preferred NBA destination pending negotiations and potential trades. He emphasizes publicity effects on draft status and his readiness to choose his path.
Burningtree Wins SEC Golf Championship Bid
The SEC chose Burningtree Country Club to host its 1976 and 1977 golf championships. The club impresses with a top course and ample clubhouse, promising an economical, well-run event led by local organizer Don Kincaid who will oversee local rules and supervision.
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Holloway leaves UT to sign with Ottawa CFL team
Condredge Holloway, UT quarterback for three seasons, signs with Ottawa of the Canadian Football League. He previously declined a Montreal Expos offer and says money was not the only factor. Holloway led Tennessee in rushing and is an top SEC hitter in baseball at .400. Contract length and salary were not announced.
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SEC Stars Dominate NBA Draft With Kentucky Quartet
Seven SEC players were picked in the NBA draft led by Kentucky’s Kevin Grevey and three Wildcats. Jimmy Dan Conner Mike Flynn and Bob Guyette followed Grevey in later rounds. Other SEC selections included Alabama’s Charles Cleveland and Charles Russell and LSU’s Glen Hansen, plus high school star Darryle Dawkins chosen by Philadelphia. Five Georgia small-school players and several from Alabama and Florida colleges were drafted.
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Qualls Signs Calhoun Grant for War Hawks
Scott Qualls signed a baseball grant-in-aid with Calhoun Community College becoming the first Morgan County player to ink a baseball college grant. The Austin High standout hit .306 with 2 homers and 23 RBIs, led in hits, and is a strong candidate for CCC shortstop. He played in East-West games and earned All Morgan County honors.
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WFL Offers Settlement To Creditors
World Football League creditors are offered a settlement of 1 per cent of the new league’s gross revenues for 12 years. WFL President Chris Hemmeter says the offer is for credibility and future growth, though not a legal obligation, with projections showing about 12 million dollars in payments over 12 years. The New League Inc plans to pursue a national television contract to aid growth.
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Thompson weighs ABA NBA choice after No. 1 pick
New York AP reports David Thompson, selected No. 1 by Atlanta, plans to wait until the ABA draft next month to decide between leagues. Atlanta faces financial issues with Marvin Webster and Bill Willoughby and possible trades to raise funds for Thompson. Denver Nuggets pursue Thompson amid talks of cash offers and organizational fit.
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Draft night round by round NBA selections
The NBA draft results detail round by round picks across teams. Notable names include David Thompson for Atlanta and Alvan Adams for Oklahoma in the first round with many college and high school players listed through subsequent rounds.
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