Local boxing promoters urged to back young fighters
Benny Phillips profiles Jerry Anders, an 18 year old High Point boxer, highlighting lack of local support for amateur fighters. He notes promoters fund tournaments but neglect ongoing training needs such as robes, shoes, and a proper workout space. Anders trains at the YMCA and complains of damaged gear and minimal coaching locally.
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Hickey Not Offered UConn AD Job Yet
NC coach Jim Hickey says Connecticut has not offered the athletic director post and he would consider it only after the season. He notes rumors of his resignation are unfounded while UNC pursues a winning season. CT president Homer Babbidge confirms no offer or interviews.
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Ortiz Signs For Garden Title Defense At MSG
New York AP Carlos Ortiz 30 signs for first Madison Square Garden bout in five years a November 26 title defense against Flash Elorde 31 of the Philippines Elorde is junior lightweight champ Ortiz retained the lightweight title in a riotous Mexico City defense against Sugar Ramos two weeks ago
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Virginia's ACC lead narrows after loss to N C State
Virginia still tops the ACC in total and passing offense but a 42-21 defeat at N C State tightens the race. N C State gains ground in rushing and defense while Wake Forest improves in rushing defense and Maryland climbs in total defense. South Carolina leads pass defense with 86 yards per game.
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USC Defers ACC Exit Over Ineligible Player
USC president Thomas F. Jones says the university should not withdraw from the ACC over Mike Grosso's ineligibility ruling. Coach Frank McGuire planned alumni action to petition withdrawal, while Grosso entered 1965 as a freshman with an 800 exam score minimum now required for athletic eligibility.
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Is Gilmer Neck Under The Ax
Detroit fans wonder if Lions coach Harry Gilmer will be fired after a 31 7 defeat to Green Bay that left Detroit 2 6 and riding a five game losing streak. Owner Bill Ford says Gilmer will stay, while criticism grows amid a youth overhaul and persistent turnovers.
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Barry Is Off To Fine Start In Scoring Derby
New York AP Rick Barry of San Francisco the 1966 Rookie of the Year started strong in this scoring race with 57 points against Cincinnati last Saturday night and an average under 40 per game in seven starts. He leads the NBA scoring race by 74 points over runner up Sp Rodgers of the Chicago Bulls who has played one more game.
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Neely Case Proceeds Amid Cowboys Contract Dispute
Dallas Cowboys filed a declaratory judgment to validate Ralph Neely's Dallas contract after the Supreme Court ruled his deal with Houston Oilers valid. A Nov. 10 hearing is set in the 68th District Court, delaying any potential removal from Dallas's roster as the case proceeds. Neely has played on a week to week basis for about a month since signing with both teams two years ago.
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Nebraska moves into sixth in AP poll after 35-0 win
Nebraska climbs to sixth in the AP major college football rankings after a 35-0 victory over Missouri. Notre Dame holds first place, Michigan State is second, UCLA third, Alabama fourth, and Georgia Tech fifth. Southern California falls to ninth after a loss to Miami Florida, while Tennessee rises to the Top Ten.
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Dietzel’s USC Hopes for Upset Wins Amid Injuries
The Associated Press notes South Carolina under coach Paul Dietzel has won one of six, aiming for two more victories as Florida State Alabama and Clemson loom. USC beat NC State 31 21 in Raleigh, with Garnton briefly at quarterback before moving back to wingback and Wingard taking the starting role. Injuries deplete offense as guard Mike Richey fills in for Ed Cowan while Clemson shores up defense with Mac McElmurray at middle guard.
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Daugherty Proposes Playoffs
East Lansing Michigan State Coach Duffy Daugherty proposes an eight team college football playoff replacing New Year games. With six major conferences and two independents, the plan aims to crown a national champion and boost NCAA television revenue. Byers approves preliminarily. Notre Dame backs the idea, echoing past support from Bud Wilkinson and others.
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U S and Brazil Reach Porto Alegre for Davis Cup Semifinal
The United States and Brazilian Davis Cup teams arrived in Porto Alegre from Argentina ahead of next weekend’s Interzone Cup semifinal clash.
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