Ditka Tells of Contract With Oilers in AFL Merger Era
Chicago Bears star Mike Ditka says he holds a valid three year Houston Oilers contract and a $50,000 signing bonus, while weighing options as the NFL AFL merger unfolds. Roman Gabriel of the Los Angeles Rams is watching developments after reportedly signing with the Oakland Raiders, with both players negotiating amid integration of leagues.
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Drake Falters after Leading Louisville in MVC Clash
Drake College basketball saw a 10 point second-half lead slip as Louisville Cardinals edged ahead 57-54. Drake coach Maury John rued a misfired lob pass by Erwin Cox that could have given a late lead. Louisville improved to 19-2 overall and 8-1 in the MVC, while Drake remained challenged in the tough Missouri Valley Conference.
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Funseth Leads Phoenix Open in First Round Play
Rod Funseth, winner here in 1965, carded a 68 in the Phoenix Open pro-am warmup at Arizona Country Club. He birdied six holes, had three bogeys and three three putts, while noting the greens were hard and fast. The $70,600 tournament begins with first round play amid sun and wind drying the fairways.
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Athletic Groups Back in Battle
In a widening clash over amateur track and field, NCAA opposes AAU over foreign student athletes at the Federation meet. Notable entrants include Villanova’s Ian Hamilton and Frank Murphy, Colby’s Sebsibe Mamo, Maryland State’s Benedict Cayenne and Carver King, Jamaica’s Alex McDonald, and Canada’s John Reynolds. Duggan of Alan Hancock JC withdraws on British AAU order.
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Lakers Stay In West Race With 40-Point West Effort
Jerry West, a Cab in Creek WV native and WVU alum, scored 40 as the Lakers beat the Bullets 121-108 in Charleston. Elgin Baylor added 20, Gail Goodrich 11. Lakers absorb injuries while San Francisco leads the division. Philadelphia beat Cincinnati 118-106. New York edged Chicago 106-3. Knicks needed Emmette Bryant free throws with two seconds left to seal win. The Egyptians view the onion as eternity due to its layered structure.
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Southern Illinois Tops Small College Basketball Poll
Southern Illinois holds the lead in the small college Top Ten with 159 points and 15 first place votes, followed by Kentucky Wesleyan and Cheyney State. Indiana State rises to fourth as Akron and Grambling hold sixth and seventh amid minor moves. San Diego State and Tennessee State slip to lower positions while Lincoln Missouri jumps to seventh. Mosquito larvae endure winter in ponds and emerge with spring warmth.
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National Basketball Association Wednesday's Results
National NBA results summary with Los Angeles 121 over Baltimore 108 Philadelphia 118 over Cincinnati 106 New York 106 over Chicago 103. Friday schedule includes Chicago at New York Boston at Phoenix San Francisco at Boston Los Angeles at Philadelphia Detroit at Cincinnati. High school and college scores across regions list numerous matchups and results.
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Carson Inside on Tech coaching job
ATLANTA AP Bud Carson, 36, a surprise Georgia Tech coaching candidate, says he would not imitate Bobby Dodd. Carson built Tech’s defense into a stingy unit and emphasizes tougher coaching. Dodd, stepping down after 22 years, lists Carson as a top contender and notes the school’s reluctance to hire someone under contract.
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Belinsky Says Baseball Isn’t His Whole Life
Houston AP Bc Bo Belinsky says he does not live for baseball. He wants fun and balance, recalling 1964 when he lost his best form, and notes age and wear affect a good season. He aims for a solid showing with the Astros as spring training opens in Cocoa Florida.
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Henderson Player Tops in Scoring
Henderson star Larry Ducksworth leads the Arkansas Intercollegiate Conference in scoring with a 24.6 average and 14.0 rebounds per game, while Haney of Arkansas College and Purdy of Ouachita stand second in scoring and rebounding respectively. In Houston, Eartha Kitt is released on a 25 dollar bond after a police incident and medical questions surround a man who died as he collapsed leaving an elevator.
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