Two sports films on friendship and death reviewed
Ira Berkow analyzes Bang the Drum Slowly and Maurie, two 1970s screen portrayals of athletic camaraderie amid illness. Bruce Pearson and Henry Wiggen navigate cancer’s shadow in Bang the Drum Slowly, while Maurice Stokes and Jack Twyman depict loyal guardianship and sacrifice in Maurie, with mixed cinematic strengths and a lament for unrealized lives.
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Hayes Keeps Buckeyes On Top In Week Of Big Games
Ohio State holds No 1 in the AP poll despite Hayes saying it means little. Highlights include Buckeyes 42 Washington State 0, Oklahoma tie with USC, and outlooks on Nebraska Michigan Alabama Notre Dame LSU and other key clashes with scores and predictions.
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Ali Frazier rematch set for Madison Square Garden
Muhammad Ali confirmed a rematch with Joe Frazier at Madison Square Garden on February 4. The bout will use the same referee and officials as the first fight, with press events planned at noon.
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High school predictions spark mass confusion this week
Little Rock Central remains unbeaten as its idle week anchors a muddled Class AAAA race. Key conference games feature LR Catholic vs Northside, Parkview vs Hall, Ole Main vs Northeast, and El Dorado vs Pine Bluff. Upsets and strong showings shape the standings with multiple teams chasing the lead.
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Erving Shines As Nets Beat Knicks In Exhibition
Julius Erving scored 27 points at Madison Square Garden as the New York Nets defeated the New York Knicks 97-87 in a much heralded exhibition. The flamboyant forward said he was simply playing his normal game.
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SMU Rushing Lead Pushes Mustangs to Top College Status
SMU's ground game dominates with 438 rushing yards per game and Alvin Maxson averaging 7.9 yards per carry while Wayne Morris gains 7.3, lifting the Mustangs to second in total offense and a 3-0 start. Oklahoma State tops scoring with 164 points in three games as Pennsylvnia leads in passing.
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Trojans Drop From Top Ranking After Ties and Losses
Southern California slips from first to fourth in the AP poll after a 7-7 tie with Oklahoma. Coach John McKay says rankings matter little until season end and defends his team amid questions about penalties and opponents. Oregon State visit looms as Pac 8 opener. McKay cautions against overreacting to outsized opinions.
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