Ragsdale Wrestlers Reach Semifinals in State Meet
Ragsdale's Bill Clark and Timmy Edwards remain alive in the 115 and 129 pound classes as semifinals start at 11 a.m. Clark defeated Pollard of Byrd after pinning Rainey in the first round, while Edwards beat Cartwright of Sanderson by decision after opening with a win over Crawford of Southern Alamance. Other local quarterfinals saw Harris of Andrews and Fricke of Ragsdale advance, with several matches decided by pin or decision.
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Rankin shoots career low to take five stroke lead at Bent Ladies Classic
Judy Rankin fires a nine under par round at Bent Tree Golf Club to lead the Bent Ladies Classic by five strokes. She sinks a 20 footer from off the green and an 18 foot putt on the final hole. Rankin breaks her previous career best and nears LPGA all time mark. Miss Wright and Stone chase in the tight leaderboard with Pulz and Post tied for fourth.
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Miami
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Nicklaus Feels Uncertain After 66 at Inverrary Classic
Jack Nicklaus rockets to an eight under 136 at Inverrary Golf and Country Club. He says his swing and game are not where he wants, despite leading by four strokes in the Jackie Gleason Inverrary Classic. Ray Floyd, Jerry McGee, and Don Pooley sit four under after 68. First-round leader Gary Player slips to 73 as a group of seven at 141.
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Sam Farlow
Lee's tops in title game with late run to win
Central's Lee sparked a comeback with a nine point third period burst to secure a championship victory. Coach Hester praised Lee Harrington and Silver, while Robbins and Donna Lewis contributed key plays despite Silver fouling out. A delay occurred before the game started due to an absent official.
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Central
Don Mikles
Trinity
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Maravich’s 68 points spark Jazz past Knicks and more
Pete Maravich erupted for 68 points leading New Orleans to a 124 107 win over the New York Knicks with Elgin Baylor praising his defense on Walt Frazier. Other NBA results included Nuggets over Kings 130 128 Issel 40 points, Warriors over Braves 104 97, Pistons over Nets 112 106, Bulls over Hawks 96 87, Lakers over 76ers 104 102, Rockets over Blazers 123 106, and Celtics over SuperSonics 102 92.
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NC State App State in Raleigh for Division I crown
North Carolina State faces Appalachian State in Raleigh for the Division I title while Western Carolina and High Point meet in High Point for the college echelon crown. The Wolfpack beat East Carolina 81 35 in semifinal play led by Beasley 13, Earnhardt 12, Pickard 11.
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Genia Beasley
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Mars Hill
Shaw
Crest Smiles In Tourney
In the WNCHSAA Tournament at Catawba College Crest defeated Albemarle 67-54 for the night's biggest win. North Rowan edged Lenoir 75-74, while North Stanly beat Burns 50-49 to reach the finals. Tonight North Davidson faces Shelby and Crest meets North Rowan after a girls opener.
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Perdue Guns East Into CCC Finals
East Davidson defeats Southwest Randolph 37 to 31 as Ashley Perdue leads with 11 points in a tense district semifinal. West Davidson beats Randleman 59 to 46 to set up an East vs West final that will determine the district champion and state playoff berth.
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Panthers rally as Mars Hill tops High Point in tense rematch
Mars Hill edges High Point 91 74 after a late surge as Linda Robinson scores 22 and Dawn Allred anchors the Panthers with bench relief from Germaine McAuley and Denise Washington. High Point star Wanda Wilson fouls out twice early in the second half, and pace shifts with Ester Hollingsworth and Joy Muse contributing inside. The game stays tight until Mars Hill uncorks 27 points in the final eight minutes to seal the win with Ethel White sealing it with steals and layups.
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Raelene Spencer
Paula Corbin
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Gracie Simmons
Ethel White
New Faces In Boxing Fare Well In Thomasville Invitational
The Thomasville Invitational opened with local fighters shining against entrants from Gastonia Charlotte and Winston Salem. Rookie Carl Wrenwick won in light heavyweight while Ronny Mathews and Pat Thomas claimed novice wins. Also featured were William White James White Willie Commander Eddie Thrift and Joey Henderson as Thomasville prospects look strong. Dodgers sign Hooton and Downing leaving three unsigned on roster with John Hale Glenn Burke remaining.
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Ronny Mathews
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Gregory Thompson
William White
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Willie Commander
Eddie Thrift
Joey Henderson
Los Angeles
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al Downing
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