Louis Tests Continue in Suspected Heart Attack Case
Former heavyweight champion Joe Louis remains in guarded condition in the coronary care unit at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas after late Saturday chest pains. Doctors have not confirmed a heart attack. His wife Martha is the only visitor. their adopted 15 month old daughter Janet is in a coma at the same hospital following a backyard pool accident on Oct 3.
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Equality Shifts as Pro Golf Sees Mixed Tournament Plan
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley notes the struggle for women's rights in golf as Deane Beman and Ray Volpe unveil a $200,000 Mixed Tournament in Largo Florida. The debate centers on prize money with $30,000 to the male winner and $10,000 to the female, prompting assurances of an even split.
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Punt Return A Thriving Play For Clemson Tigers
Clemson coach Charley Pell hails punt returns as the team's best offensive play with Willie Jordan delivering a 76 yard return at N C State setting up a 19 yard Fuller to Butler TD in a 7 3 win. Jordan, moved from quarterback to flanker and returner, credits blocking and execution.
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North Carolina Dominates South Carolina in ACC Showdown
UNC defense stifles South Carolina 17 to 0 as Ken Sheets and Dee Hardison lead a dominant effort. Matt Kupec credits the unit for a flawless performance while NC State grapples with a shrinking season outlook after a 7-3 loss to Clemson. Duke players say they feel pressure about coach McGee’s job as the season wears on.
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LSU Star Charles Alexander Tops Rushing List With Record Night
LSU running back Charles Alexander rushed for 237 yards and four touchdowns in the win over Oregon, earning AP Southeast Back of the Week honors. The junior, averaging 158 yards per game, is on pace to become LSU's alltime leading rusher, with strong line play and support from teammates and coaches.
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Ledford Sweeps Asheboro in NCHSAA playoff opener
Ledford girls volleyball defeated Asheboro 15 11 and 15 6 in the first round. Robin Snyder led the Panthers with strong hits while Susan Brooks and Sonya Power supported. Coach Steve Cline praised the trio as the team pushed toward the title with an 18 1 regular season and a second round date vs Allen Jay. The Panthers have dominated CCC in girls volleyball since the sport began in the conference. THOMASVILLE The Optimist Club will sponsor the Bowl at Memorial Park Stadium at 7 30 pm tonight pitting Thomasville Parks and Recreation league champion against Chapel Hill program winner.
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Allen Jay Girls Roll Past Hickory In State Playoffs
Allen Jay's girls volleyball team defeated Hickory 15-9 15-7 in the first round of the state playoffs earning a chance to face Ledford in the second round. Sherry Lawson Merri Conrad and Kim Ballard stood out as key contributors. Ledford previously defeated Allen Jay twice in the regular season, with a potential third match scheduled for Thursday, possibly moved to Wednesday.
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Gamecock Coach Sees Even Match With State
South Carolina coach Jim Carlen says North Carolina State offers an even personnel matchup for the Gamecocks but notes the Wolfpack gain a home-field edge in Raleigh. He cites NC State quarterback Johnny Evans and strong RBs, linebackers Bill Cowher and Kyle Wescoe. Carlen praises USC offensive line but critiques the passing game and Ron Bass's risk taking.
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Jacket Girls Beat Bulldogs in Narrow Tennis Win
Thomasville girls tennis team lost 81 to Lexington as Lisa Wilson and Stephanie Jackson defeated Cheryl Harris and Stephanie Brown for the Bulldogs only win. The Bulldogs drop to 4-9 in the North Piedmont Conference ahead of a Wednesday match with North Davidson.
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