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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1970
Page
14
The Carolina Cougars show growing interest in North Carolina State star Vann Williford after failing to land Pete Maravich. Coach Bones McKinney believes Williford, a 6-6 guard who can bring the ball up court, could become a pro in two years. The article also notes ACC's strong 1969-70 performance and other college athletes achieving recognition.
George Johnson, a 31 year old National Airlines golfer, shoots six under par 66 to tie for second while unknown Bob Menne sets an eight under 64 in a rain soaked first round of the National Airlines Open. Johnson praises fan reception in Mississippi and notes progress toward earnings as brother Charlie bankrolls his tour.
Atlanta Hawks secure Pete Maravich on a reported five year contract worth 1.9 million. Maravich, LSU career scoring leader with 3667 points, says he is excited to play in Atlanta and aims to entertain on the court.
Rocky Mount North Carolina AP report notes Pete Maravich of LSU signed with the Atlanta Hawks and was also the ABA draft choice of the Carolina Cougars. Gardner says the loss hurts little at the box office and that attendance is up 40 percent. Gardner hints at pursuing NC State star Vann Williford while noting the Cougars will rely on existing talent as they sit two games behind Kentucky in the ABA Eastern Division.
Milwaukee star Lew Alcindor looms over the playoffs as a rookie with the Bucks. The article notes his impact, quotes peers like Willis Reed, and mentions his efforts to engage with Milwaukee’s black community while facing questions about maturity and public obligations.
Wake Forest defending champions held an eight stroke lead at midway in the 54 hole college golf tournament at Red Fox Country Club Tryon N C. Maryland was closest to overtaking with a chance remaining as 16 teams competed under 36 hole scoring by the five best scores.
The Carolina Cougars end their Greensboro stand with an ABA game against Miami at 8 10 p m. Camera night promo draws crowd for final Cougars appearance in Greensboro this season.
Walt Frazier lauded the Knicks after New York beat Baltimore 120-117 in double overtime to take a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Division semifinal series. Earl Monroe scored 39 for Baltimore, Willis Reed provided the decisive second overtime basket, and rookie Fred Carter added 21 as New York survived a late Bullets comeback.
Tony Esposito defends his unorthodox style as he ties an NHL record with his 14th shutout of the season, stopping Detroit 1-0 to lift the Chicago Black Hawks within one point of Boston in the East race. The Hawks and Flyers also split, Los Angeles winning 3-2.
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