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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1977

Page

19

Braves Beat Bucks 114 104 in Buffalo Showdown

Braves snap five game skid with 114 104 win over the Bucks in Buffalo led by strong debut from coach Bob Mackinnon and a late burst to pull away. detailed box scores show Adrian Dang fey among scorers and the team stifling defense sustained through the second half.

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Basketball Pacific scores and college match news brief

Fragmented results show teams like Santa Clara Quendemtat 76 over La Verne 2 and Bowling Green 45 to Michigan 4. Other lines list varied scores including Massachusetts 8 and Veruicont 77, with numerous cryptic names and places such as Richmond 23 and Charlotte 8. The garbled OCR yields scattered athletics notes without clear narrative.

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USF tops Santa Clara in high scoring clash

San Francisco 14 Santa Clara 1 with USF rallying in second half. Marlon Redmond and Winford Rosnes sparked a late surge to give the Dons a 60 52 lead they held. Bench clearing brawl marred Oregon State Beavers win over cross state rivals.

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Scoring Leaders Span Multiple Colleges In Tight Race

Leading scorers include Bruce Grimm from Furmant and Greg Ballard of Oregon, Jon DeSantis of Fairfield, and Dave Miler of Marshal. Other top names are Stews Righard of St. Francis, Bucky Walden from Onko U, Li Hollis Copeland of Rutgers, Michael Brooks of La Salle, Greg Tyres of Seton Hall, Ken Sivoky, Kevin Harullign, Wake Forest’s Gelffin, Rocky Smith of Oregon State, Duck Williams, Phil Thieneman from Virginia, Tim Joyce at Iowa U.

Bruce Grimm Greg Ballard Oregon Jon DeSantis Fairfield Dave Miler Marshal Stews Righard St. Francis Bucky Walden Onko U Li Hollis Copeland Rutgers Michael Brooks LaSalles Greg Tyres Seton Halls Dave Brown Nick Gatie Kensivoky Francis Kevin Harullign Lena Rog Gelffin Wake Forest Rocky Smith Gregon Duck Willams Note Dare Phil Thieneman Virginiad Tim Joyce Iahia U

Moving to Extend Seasons for Football and Baseball

A column argues for extending seasons in football and baseball, noting informal debates over worst teams and playoffs. It urges league leaders Rozelle and Kuhn, plus NBA and NHL heads, to take initiative as summers currently lack basketball or hockey.

Pete Rozelle Lehaoves Bowie Kuhn

Kings Lose in Finale Passes Near Grandstand Fight Erupts

Roland Eriksson’s 17th goal tied the score before Mike Murphy hit a late buzzer beater but the Kings fell short. Dionne assisted Murphy as Los Angeles and Minnesota traded close skirmishes led by Neil Smith and Dave Schulz. Bob Pulford lamented wasted chances after 38 shots and vowed a regroup as the Stars and Kings squabbled through three periods.

Roland Eriksson Stars Mike Murphy The Kings Dionne Onurphy Guy Lafleur Smith Bob Pulford Mmecsia Anetes Batt Nare Schultz Young Min Berry Ta Secon Peried Minnesota Penallies Sen MickehJo Los Angeles Dione Bivry Sargents Eriksson Murety Cwilitarrs Bomne Penat- Vera O'Brien Atl Hutchiren Laraat Minor Meat Pigs Micae Los Annels Gusti Minesota Los Angelie

Lakers fall to Sonics amid Abdul-Jabbar foul trouble

Abdul-Jabbar drew a charging foul on Burleson and a technical for a punch as Seattle led 92-80 midway. He fouled out late, scoring a season-low eight shots and six in the final half, while the Lakers dropped 120-109 to Jerry West’s club at the Forum.

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Herndon Sparks 50-45 Win Over Compton Lancers

Sophomore Melvin Hermton made the most of his first start of the season as Herndon edged Compton 50 to 45. Hermton led Herndon with key plays while Compton struggled to finish plays. The Lancers tripped on several turnovers and foul trouble in a tight rivalry matchup.

Herndon Sparks Compton Trips Lancers Melvin Hermton

Poly Bruins clash in late rally as Johnson shines

Johnson turned the tide for Poly with a decisive 24 points and four late dunks, lifting Poly over Wilson 83 50. Gwynn added 12 as the Bruins harassed Wilson, while Chris Smith left early with a shoulder injury. Compton tops Lakewood 50 45 as Herndon and Purvis Miller contribute in a tense Moore League contest.

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Long Beach State Faces Portland State In Tight Preview

Coach Jones signals a tough test as Long Beach State guards a high scoring Portland State lineup led by Freeman Williams while sizing up how to neutralize star Bunch. The 49ers rely on seniors Dillon Johnson Ruffon McMillian and Hudson to counter with defense and balance.

Bunch Jones Portland State Freeman Williams Long Beach Les Loo Hock Doler DeRnse Keith Anderson Kevin Heenan Steve Shaw Kerry Davis Titan 49Ers Dale Dillon Richard Johnson Clarence Ruffon Lloyd McMillian Larry Hudson

USC Coach Boyd Sees Pressure To Win Despite Calm Resolve

USC coach Squlader IE says diversity won’t end coaches, acknowledges a problem, and notes stronger recruitment and visits during football season helped with tradition. He insists he will not complain, accepts possible firing, and claims he has a solid frame of reference for victory while staying unbitter.

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