High Point Panthers star Tuck McConnell shines at Cullowhee
The High Point Panthers beat Western Carolina in a two game set, with Tuck McConnell delivering standout bench leadership and a fierce sideline presence. The trip, marked by fast starts and high tempo, boosted High Point atop the North State conference standings. Western Carolina showed bursts of speed but struggled with shooting accuracy as McConnell urged aggressive ball movement.
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O Connell Plans Upsets Amid Daly’s Challenge
O Connell's plan to pull two upsets centers on overcoming Daly's strong form as both teams prepare for a crucial match. Supporters expect strategic plays and high-intensity defense to swing momentum in the contest.
Mikan Smashes All Type Records In Pro League
George Mikan scores 51 points against Rochester to set an all time NBA mark as the Minneapolis Lakers fall 83-77. He rebounds with 25 points in a 85-73 win over Rochester. Mikan reaches 1,075 points in 38 games as central division race remains tight. Other results include Sheboygan upset over Anderson and Fort Wayne beat Philadelphia. Easy Ed McCauley adds 25 for St Louis in 89-83 win.
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Crosby's Tourney at Pebble Beach Ends in Four Way Tie
Bing Crosby's nine year invitational event finished with a four way tie for first among pros after 54 holes. Sam Snead Dave Douglas Jackie Burke Jr. and Smiley Quick tied at 214 and split the $1,257.50 each, with no playoff planned.
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Riley Battles Pep for Featherweight Title Clash in St Louis
Charley Riley, 26, the St Louis challenger, meets Willie Pep, 27, in a 15 round featherweight title bout at Kiel Auditorium. Pep, the long reigning champion, is the favorite at 1 to 49 while Riley is quoted at 315 to 1. The bout is set for about 10:30 PM EST with no radio broadcast.
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California Wins PCC Basketball Championship Top Record
California has captured the Pacific Coast Conference basketball championship more times than any other school, solidifying its lead in the conference history with multiple title runs.
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Three Out Of Staters Top Ranzine In Race
Johnny Moffatt of George Washington University leads the Southern Conference scoring with 130 points over eight games, pushing ahead Jay Handlan of Washington and Lee. North Carolina State’s Sammy Ranzino and Maryland’s Lee Brawley are near the top, as Wake Forest, Duke, and North Carolina feature in tonight’s conference schedule and several non conference games around the circuit. The North State Conference votes to abandon the national two minute rule to satisfy fans amid high scoring totals across Panthers and other teams.
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Sports Roundup by Hugh Fullerton Jr
A column discusses the harsh realities coaches face from fans during losing seasons and the toll on families. It notes Purdue and Ohio State as examples and mentions Newark’s International League franchise moving to Springfield and Paterson awaiting a spot in the International League.
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Young George Sauer Jr Talks Football Future
Five-year-old George Sauer Jr asks his father about coaching after he leaves the Navy post. The boy inquires where his dad will coach next and which team might win the Army Navy game, as Sauer contemplates options and a potential Washington State pursuit.
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Amateur baseball push for 1951 Pan American Games growth
U S amateur baseball interests unite to boost 1951 Pan American Games in Buenos Aires with aim to build support for 1956 Melbourne Olympics. Pappy Waldorf recovers from Rose Bowl loss, but California band director resigns.
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Pappy Waldorf
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Maurey Brothers Start PSU Wrestling Careers With Pins
Jim Maurey the Penn State captain opened his final varsity season with a 1:18 pin over a Virginia wrestler. His brother Don, a sophomore, followed with a 1:19 pin. Their younger brother Jerry wrestled in Clearfield high school and won his first match of the year in 1:20.
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Stutz to Play in Keene Benefit for Polio Victims
Stan Stutz, a top New England basketball figure, travels to Keene New Hampshire on Wednesday for a polio benefit game and will not accept pay. Mose Quinn, ex Cornell assistant, seeks a strong college coaching role. Chet Giernak of William and Mary stretches his streak after a recent ankle sprain ends his 95 game college run.
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Holy Cross Routs Georgetown as unbeaten Crusaders march on
Holy Cross, ranked fifth in the AP poll, extended its undefeated run by defeating Georgetown 77 to 51 Saturday night. The Crusaders, fresh from wins at home and away, added another top foe to their list as Duquesne fell earlier in the week.
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Panthers Poised After Mountain Trip Win Spotlighted
High Point coach Ralph James says the Panthers face Appalachian in Boone with the mountaineers known for tough home games. The Panthers must win to defend their conference lead after a weekend victory over Western Carolina as East Carolina faltered.
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Carolina Picks To Lick Deacons In Borderline Clash
Associated Press writer Ted Meier predicts North Carolina to beat Wake Forest in a major college basketball night slate. Other games include Harvard over Brown and Kentucky over Georgia Tech with several Midwest and Southwest matchups listed.
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Saturday Scoreboard Highlights From College Basketball
Iowa topped Indiana 65 64 while Wisconsin beat Michigan 53 41 plus Minnesota 67 Purdue 40. Cornell downed Columbia 69 49 and Yale beat Pennsylvania 51 44. Arkansas edged Rice 60 56 and SMU won 50 47. Stanford and California went overtime 50 50 as UCLA beat USC 58 47.
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Black Bison put off until Friday road test at Asheville
Black Bison stay undefeated in Western Conference play as Tony Simeon’s squad rests until Friday when they travel to Asheville to face Le Edwards High in a crucial conference tilt. Jack Powell leads the scoring with 168 points in eight games as High Point eyes a likely league crown amid rival interest from Burlington Greensboro and Reynolds.
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Wake Forest Faces North Carolina in Busy Week Clash
Wake Forest Deacons meet the North Carolina Tar Heels in Gore Gym tonight as part of an eight day stretch with a 6:15 p.m. preliminary game. Veterans and co captains lead Wake Forest and Carolina shows steady improvement after recent road trips and notable upsets.
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Women Golfers Plan Transcontinental Tourney at Pebble Beach
Women golfers led by pros and amateurs will play a rare 144 hole open event across four cities from California to New York with a $17,000 purse. Tourney directed by Fred Corcoran and sponsored by the Ladies Professional Golf Association. First leg starts in California around April 29 or 39 with 36 holes and a $3,000 purse.
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William Penn Tigers to Face Dudley Panthers in Greensboro
William Penn High Tigers travel to Greensboro to meet Dudley Panthers at Vidiey Gym for a 2:30 p.m. high school basketball showdown. The Furniture City and Gate City fans anticipate a tight, exciting midweek game.
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Bison Grapplers Meet Davidson in North Carolina Duel
High Point varsity wrestlers host Davidson in a second match against top competition. Last Friday High Point defeated Jefferson Hick of Roanoke 22 to 19. Tonight’s match starts at 8 p.m. as they defend the North Carolina championship won last season.
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Hunting peak drives US licenses sales to record total
In the 1448-49 fiscal year the United States sold a historic 12,758,000 hunting licenses. The figure marks an all time high for licensed hunting nationwide amid rising outdoor recreation demand.
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Groza nets 43 as Pacers top Royals in NBA clash
Alex Groza of the Indianapolis Olympians scored 43 points in a game against the Rochester Royals in Indianapolis, delivering a high scoring performance for his team. The matchup highlighted Groza’s scoring pace and the Olympians’ effort in the NBA contest.
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