Hi-Toms and regional joins shape 1950 baseball moves
The article reviews movement in Carolina baseball as Hi-Toms seek majors alignment with Class B and a Hi-Toms/Boston Braves relationship persists. It notes Hickory choosing the Western Carolina League, Gastonia prevailing for the Rebels, and Statesville caution on park rentals while Thom asville High Point face a near-miss in the Tri-Toms setup. It also covers basketball gains under Tony Simeon and predicts stronger lines for High Point with Jack Powe leading scoring and expectations for the Class AA tournament in two weeks.
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DeLong Nets 22 More Points as River Falls Sets Scoring Mark
Nate DeLong of River Falls Teachers College scored 22 points to reach 2,229 for his collegiate career, surpassing Jim Lacy's 2,199 and setting a new scoring record with a 66-44 win over Sioux Falls. The night featured multiple doubleheaders across several cities including Los Angeles and Cleveland with Gonzaga surprising Brigham Young and UCLA defeating Santa Clara.
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Sioux Falls
Carolinas Golden Glove Tourney Set for February Run
The 18th annual Carolinas Golden Glove Amateur Boxing Tournament will take place February 15 through 18 at the Charlotte Armory. Entries open soon. Sixteen champions to be crowned, eight in open division and eight in novice.
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Powell Powers High Point Past Lexington 54 35 In Western Race
High Point high's Black Bison defeated Lexington 54 to 35 to strengthen their claim as the Western Conference title contenders for 1950. Jack Powell led with 21 points, while Ken Yarborough and Frank Hassell controlled the boards and joined Powell in the scoring.
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Pepperdine Wins Los Angeles Invitational Basketball Tourney
Pepperdine college defeated defending champion Hamline University 45 to 42 in the finals of the Los Angeles invitational basketball tournament held in Los Angeles. The Waves upset the title holder in the third annual event.
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LeBaron Leads COP to 75-0 Grid Victory
Eddie LeBaron and College of the Pacific crushed Hawaii 75-0 to finish 11-0. The Tigers scored four times via rainbow passes and LeBaron, a three time AP little All American, highlighted the game with a 50 yard run and a dropkick conversion as 28,000 fans watched.
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Associated Press
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Stockton
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Don Brown
Fights Last Night by The Associated Press
New York Tuzo Portuguez defeated Beau Jack on points in an Augusta bout. San Jose’s Cia outpointed Rocky Castellani in Scranton. Harold Treen fell to Luzerne in Brooklyn by decision. Turkey Thompson stopped Al Spaulding in Los Angeles. Baltimore results incomplete.
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Baltimore
Duke Sophs Meet Generals In Lynchburg Showdown
Crowder leads Duke sophomores against Washington and Lee in Lynchburg as the Blue Devils press for a future cage crown. Handlan Groves Hedge and Crowder headline a young Duke squad amid a busy pre Christmas conference card with other notable matchups.
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Panthers Seek Payback In Second clash With Hanes Hosiery
High Point College Panthers, Tar Heelia’s No.2 team, meet Hanes Hosiery in Winston Salem at 8 p.m. aiming to avenge a 56 53 loss. Panthers boast 6 wins in 7 but fear letdown after a big Thursday clash. Hanes stars include Hugh Hampton and Hook Dillon. Hosiery women also on card with Santa visit.
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Hook” Dillon
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Robinson Leads Loop In Three Divisions
Brooklyn's Jackie Robinson topped the National League in batting with .342 and led the league in stolen bases with 37. He tied for first in sacrifices with 17, earning the league’s Most Valuable Player award in a standout 1940s season.
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Jackie Robinson
Dodgers
St. Louis
Marty Marion
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Cravath Secures Three Year USC Coaching Pact
USC president Dr. Fred Stagg announced Jeff Cravath will sign a new three year contract at USC. The Rose Bowl veteran, who has coached four teams into the Rose Bowl in eight years, replaces his expiring deal with undisclosed figures rumored around $15 000 plus. Alumni noted losses to California and Stanford this season.
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Jeff Cravath
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Fred Stagg
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Kramer Beats Gonzales In Cincinnati Showdown
Jack Kramer defeats Pancho Gonzales for the 30th time in 35 pro matches, 11-9 6-2, after Gonzales falters in the second set. Frankie Parker also wins in straight sets over Pancho Segura, 6-4 6-4 in the opening match.
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Navy Marine Football Championship Set Amid Local Rivalry
All Navy title game runs today as two Marine units meet. Queavie Marines from Quantico face Camp Pendleton Marines of California in a clash billed as the all Navy final.
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Los Angeles
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Blackburn To Meet Gaddis On Sunday
Jim Blackburn and Duke Gad dis wind up the High Point Fall handicap golf tourney at Blair Park. Blackburn beat Marvin Boggs 1 up and Gaddis beat Bill Tucker 1 up to reach the Sunday final for the First Flight while Moffitt won the Second Flight and Silman won the Third Flight. Awards soon after the finals.
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It Was Rough St Peter's Ties Manhattan In Scrappy Return
In Jersey City last night St Peter's 69 Manhattan 69 at game end. Referee Vince Farrell injured needing stitches after collision. Both teams had 83 fouls by then and coaches aborted before overtime with no replay planned.
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North Carolina to stage basketball title at Duke arena
The North Carolina High School Athletic Association announced its state championship basketball tournament will run March 9 to 11 at Duke University's indoor stadium in Durham. The group also reported a profit of $5,929 from four prior state football championships.
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Cage Scores From Various Universities in District Play
A roundup of college basketball results shows East teams led by Villanova 79 over Mt. St. Marys 45 and New York AC 77 over Davis-Elkins 54. Slippery Rock 59 edged Case 48, while several other matchups ended with tight scores or overtime, highlighting a busy day across the Northeast and Midwest.
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