Rematch of Houston UCLA NCAA clash looms March 22
Houston 23 0 and UCLA bound for NCAA semis set for March 22 in Los Angeles. Hayes of Houston and Alexandor of UCLA key matchup as teams chase West and Midwest regionals. Duke nets win as ACC race tightens. St John’s and Kansas also win to bolster bids. Cardigan Bay starts third comeback at Roosevelt for $25,000 Valley Forge Pace.
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Fights Last Night by The Associated Press
Frankie Narvaez aged 140 pounds from Puerto Rico defeated Mario Laurena of Philadelphia on points. Al Jones from Goulds Florida stopped Lee Balts of Philadelphia. Tony Montano from Phoenix beat Mark Tessmahm on points. Ralph Charles of England outpointed Johnny Cooke to claim the British Empire welterweight title. Don Fuller from West Jordan Utah outpointed Carl Moore of Phoenix. Middleweight bouts noted.
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Local Girls Play Tonight in Tourney
Hope Lady Cats open State Class A Senior Girls Championships at 9 10 p m against Beebe in Prescott with a four night run needed to capture the title. KXAR carries pre game at 9 p m with roster and season record highlights. Six way tie possible in SWC as Baylor Texas A M and SMU vie for first with three games left.
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Nations to Be Asked to End Boycott
In Johannesburg the South African Olympic Games Committee president Will Braun said he will personally approach nations to reconsider their boycott during the Mexico City Games. He noted South Africa plans an integrated team for October but will not hold mixed trials at home before the event. Mexico City organizers said South African participation depends on the inviting nations.
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Tigers Face Gordon Tonight in Senior Boys Tournament
Tigers travel to Gordon for a 6:30 p.m. Senior Boys Tournament game. A win keeps their season alive for Friday play. The piece notes last week’s win over Stamps and reflects on seniors Prater Newton Peery Jackson and coach Straughter as players prepare to move up or depart.
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Arkansas College Basketball Scores From Tuesday
The Associated Press reports numerous college games across Arkansas and nearby. Arkansas Tech, John Brown, Harding, Hendrix, and others posted scores against foes like Southern State, Pine Bluff, and Hardin. NBA and ABA results from Tuesday include Boston over Cincinnati and Chicago over Detroit in overtime.
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United States and Russians set for AAU indoor meet in Oakland
In Oakland the AAU indoor track meet features top U.S. long jumpers and six Russian competitors led by Tony Lepik who aims to challenge Bob Beamon. Beamon seeks to rebound from a 26- Jo mark while Lepik eyes near 27 feet with Boston and Hopkins also in the mix.
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Emmet Area 13 Senior Boys Results From Last Night
In Emmet action, Waldo defeated Lincoln 80 to 40, McMittress beat Bumpham 101 to 65, Amity triumphed over Taylor 73 to 70, and Emmet fell to Saratoga Bodcaw 64 to 49. Other scores include Stamps 66 Bradley 67, Okolona 75 Emmet 49, Willisville 71 Laneburg 54, McNeil dn Emerson 45, and Oklona Simmons 47 Emmet 49.
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G&F Likely to Modify Dog Ruling
In El Dorado Arkansas the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission signaled a possible change to its ban on free-running dogs. A firm ruling is expected by April 1 as the four month restriction from April 1 to July 3 aims to protect young animals. Commissioner Tom Pugh indicated biologists will study areas suitable for fox hunting.
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Olympic Medal to Spaniard Honored by IOC Leader
MADRID AP Avery Brundage president of the International Olympic Committee presented the IOC diploma of merit to Jose Antonio Elola former president of the Spanish Olympic Committee on Tuesday in Madrid.
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Leafs Hope For Spring Amid Playoff Doubts
Toronto Maple Leafs face likely absence from the playoffs as they sit fifth in the six team East Division, nine points behind Boston. The team has scored only 150 goals, the fewest in the division, with injuries to Stemkowski Pappin and Conacher cited as key factors by Coach Punch Imlach alongside slower defense and being beaten to the puck in their own end.
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NHL Schedule Without Recorded Matches
National Hockey League listings show no games scheduled for the day. Montreal versus New York and St. Louis versus Toronto are noted alongside Boston at Minnesota and other matchups including Chicago at Oakland Philadelphia at Pittsburgh and St. Louis at Montreal Detroit at Boston Minnesota at Philadelphia.
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Two Players Sign Their Contracts For 1967 MLB Season
Dallas? No. Two players sign contracts for 1967. Pitchers Gary Peters of the White Sox Al Jackson of the Mets and Moe Drabowsky of the Orioles are among those agreeing to terms on Tuesday. Other signings include Gerry McNertney Bob Priddy Mike Fiore George Culver Reggie Jackson and John Roseboro. Unsigned remain Al Downing Dooley Womack Tony Oliva Frank Robinson Curt Blefary Boog Powell Rusty Staub Jim Wynn.
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Ex Cardinal Mizell Seeks NC Congress Nomination
Vinegar Bend Mizell, former St. Louis Cardinal pitcher, filed for the Republican nomination in North Carolina's 5th District. He faces Dr. Eldan D. Nielsen in the May 4 primary. Mizell credits baseball and his Davidson County board chairmanship to his political ambitions.
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Knicks Beat Warriors in OT as Barnett Hits 10,000th Point
Dick Barnett gave and reclaimed the game ball as he scored 32 points in overtime helping the New York Knicks rally to a 115-112 win over San Francisco at Madison Square Garden. Chicago Bulls also edged Detroit 124-121 in OT. Philadelphia routed Seattle 140-108 and Earl Monroe led Baltimore past St. Louis 127-115 in the doubleheader.
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Parks Lose Another Close One in Texas College Station
Texas A&M edged Arkansas 71 67 in College Station as the Aggies overcome a four point halftime deficit to pull into a first place tie with Baylor and SMU behind. Arkansas stayed in reach on defense led by Eldridge and Stephens but missed late chances as A&M hit 21 of 27 free throws to Arkansas seven of 11. Benefield led A&M with 19 points while Cone paced Arkansas with 19 points and Eldridge added 16.
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Dallas Shoots Into ABA Record Book With 148 Point Win
Dallas Chaparrals exploded for 148 points to beat Oakland 148-130, setting an ABA single game scoring record and moving into second in the Western Division behind Pittsburgh. Five Chaparrals scored in double figures led by Cincy Powell with 35.
Lain nears 25,000 career points as Baltimore holds lead
Lain tallies 20 points and 20 rebounds in the game against Detroit Friday, needing only five more points to reach 25,000 career points. Monroe adds 35, while Ray Scott grabs 25 rebounds as Baltimore protects an early 23-point cushion after St. Louis closes to 101.96. Fight straight points seal the win.
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