Cunningham's NBA clash looms over Carolina return
Greensboro report centers on Billy Cunningham's unresolved contract with Philadelphia. The Cougars signed Joe Caldwell and Jim McDaniels to bolster the lineup while Cunningham weighs staying with the 76ers or joining the Carolina franchise. Legal action looms as sides debate breach and payment terms amid potential league merger talks.
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Montreal Rookie Star Powers Canadiens Past Bruins
Rookie Kon led a 4 2 playoff victory as Dryden staged acrobatic saves. Mahovitch delivered big all around play while 44 year old Pete Maslrogt helped secure the seventh game win in a Stanley Cup semifinal series.
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Ashe Wins NCNB Title in Charlotte Open Tennis Tourney
Arthur Ashe of Richmond used speed and precise shots to defeat Stan Smith 6-3 6-2 for the men's singles title at the North Carolina National Bank Open in Charlotte. Miss Evert teamed with Sue Stap to win the women’s doubles 6-1 1-6 6-3, while Tony Roche and Matty Riessen took the men's doubles 6-2 6-2.
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Palo Alto
Tony Roche
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Baseball Roundup: Siebert Northsiders, Chance Clash
The article chronicles ballpark action with Cleveland and Washington games, Siebert and Dunning strong on the mound, Yastrzemski homering, and late scoring plays. It notes Orioles short comeback, Buford homer, and Baltimore’s hot stretch as they chase the East crown.
Trevino Plans Masters Return
Lee Trevino says his game has changed and he will play the Masters next spring if invited. He told the Florida Times Union that he won’t be embarrassed and has avoided the Masters for two years due to concerns his low tee shot game did not suit Augusta National, which favors high hitters.
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Morey Captures Seniors at Carolinas Golf Event
Dale Morey of High Point NC easily won a third straight Carolinas Golf Association Seniors Championship with a 138 total, ten strokes ahead of runner-up Cliff Henson of Aiken. The High Point golfer matched his two day tournament record set in 1969 as challengers pressed him during the playoff.
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Depth Hurts HPC In Loss To UNCG
High Point College fell 5 4 to the University of North Carolina at Greensboro as depth issues hurt the Panthers. Moore and Woodward saved first sets but lost in three as Sanjines and Smith led UNCG, while doubles play and other results sealed the win. UNCG gains momentum ahead of conference matches.
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Petty Captures Gwyn Staley with Seventh Victory
Richard Petty won the Gwyn Staley Memorial 250 mile stock car race at North Wilkesboro, his seventh win in 13 starts this season and 126th in his career. David Pearson finished second as Petty led 274 of 400 laps in front of about 15,000 fans, earning $4,545 to push his career earnings past $1 million as he eyes the record.
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Different Tactics- The Same Result at Wilkesboro
North Wilkesboro Speedway saw Richard Petty win his seventh race this season after adopting harder tires and a consistent left-side setup. Petty passed Bobby Isaac after tire wear tipped the balance, with David Pearson finishing a lap back in second and Richard Brooks third. Isaac faded due to tire issues.
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Littler Wins Monsanto Open With 67 Final Round
Gene Littler, 40, from La Jolla California, edged George Archer by three strokes to win $30,000 in the Monsanto Open Golf Tournament at Pensacola. Littler fired a final round 67 to finish 276, beating Archer who shot 70. The victory ends a long drought and secures a spot in this week's Tournament of Champions and later match play events.
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