Hayes Walks Out Again as Knicks Rout Rockets
Houston center Elvin Hayes skipped a voluntary workout and mandatory practice then left the Knicks game in the third period, contributing to a 117-98 Knicks win over Houston. Hayes had been in dispute with coach Tex Winter but later met with Rockets management. Knicks, led by Walt Frazier's 31 points, built a commanding lead. Other NBA results included Phoenix edging Buffalo 100-98 and Cincinnati defeating Philadelphia 124-101.
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Jones Wins Mexico Race in Record Time
Parnelli Jones wins the Mexican 1000 road race near Ensenada in record time, finishing at La Paz two minutes after midnight. The Palos Verdes driver averaged 54 mph over 832 miles in a Ford Bronco, with navigator Bill Stroppe. Contenders included Bob Ferro and a Malcom Smith Gunnar Nilsson team. prize fund nears 108,006 with nine winning categories.
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Eagles Shave Mustaches Fueling Turnaround Tale
Philadelphia Eagles coach Ed Khayat ordered mustache removal after a five game skid. Grumbling followed but two weeks later the team won two straight, turning the mood as Khayat cites discipline and focus. Quarterback Pete Liske pins improved play on facing stronger opponents, while Tim Ressovich remains wary of the cost.
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Earl Lloyd Named Coach of Pistons
Earl Lloyd, a former Pistons player and assistant coach, was named head coach by General Manager Idris Goodwin to replace Bill Van Breda Selff. He becomes the NBA's fourth Black coach and the first in Detroit sports history. Lloyd will debut next Wednesday at home against Portland, as Terry Dischinger serves as interim coach while Dave Bing recovers from eye surgery.
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Million Dollar Tennis Tourney To Be Televised
New York AP reports a 50 000 first prize in a 1 million dollar tennis tournament, with two week play culminating in Dallas on May 4 1972. Lamar Hunt and Carl Lindemann announce Sundays telecasts starting Feb 20 1972, including finals with NBC involvement.
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Hope Bobcats host Nashville Scrappers finale in non conference tilt
The Hope Bobcats play the Nashville Scrappers in a season finale non conference game. Nashville, led by quarterback James Jamison, features backfield stars Larry Ray Randy Briggs and Randy Walston with linemen Floyd Clark Ricky Ritchie and Joey Jamison. The Scrappers, anchored by Bobby Brown and Frank Sellers, boast a tough defense and several two way starters as they hope to rebound from close losses.
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Parkview Hopeful in Three Way Tie for AAA Playoffs
Parkview leads a three way path to the AAA playoffs with Hot Springs and Benton in a tense late season chase. The biggest game is Benton versus Texarkana as the outcome could force a coin flip or AA rules deciding the conference representative. The final week also features scattered predictions across AAA and AA divisions.
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Trevino’s friendship moment honors fan during Open
Lee Trevino reacted angrily to a camera click during his backswing then forgave the intrusion by autographing a program and kissing a fan. The popular star, top contender at the Mexi can National Open, also pledged to donate any winnings to the Mexican national orphanage.
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Tohill Likely To Be TCU Head Coach
Unclear text references a coach named Tohill and a probable move to TCU. Fragments mention sports context and possible names, but key details are missing or garbled. No verifiable events or dates emerge from the readable portions.
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Doubtful Richardson to Miss Saturday Game
Arkansas coach Frank Broyles said it is doubtful tailback Jon Richardson can play against Rice due to leg pain from a broken bone earlier in the season. Offensive guard Tom Reed returns to practice but will likely not play this week while nursing a bruised knee.
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ASU Coach Praises Indian Practice In Jonesboro
Arkansas State Indians worked in pads for a short session in Jonesboro as coach Bill Davidson praised the Tribe for a solid practice. The defense focused on Southwestern Louisiana’s option, with emphasis on stopping the aerial and kicking game. Davidson noted the field calls and overall effort were strong.
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