ABC Rejects Historic 890 Bowling Series
ABC rejected the highest ten pin series ever bowled when Ray Ort of St. Louis posted 290 300 300 in a league in his hometown on Feb 6. The High Score and Awards Review Committee disqualified Ort’s 890 after testimony on lane conditions and dressing. More than 150 scores were denied as the committee met with the convention and 64 day tournament at Long Beach Arena.
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Clutch Vikes' Anderson Dominates Metro Play
Long Beach City College pitcher Ed Anderson, a 6-3 sophomore from Poly High, opens Metro action with seven shutout innings against El Camino for his first win. He credits improved fastball development and a new forkball, honed from library reads, for strengthening his mound performance.
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Cal State Long Beach basketball outlook after star decisions
Cage chatter notes Fit Ratleff faces contract options while three CSLB starters may return for 1972 73. Glenn McDonald and Leonard Gray are set to stay, with Nate Stephens drafted by Indiana. Returning reserves Motley Miller King, plus freshmen Ernie Douse and John Casmer, join efforts as Tarkavian eyes Southland recruits and analyzes UCLA prospects after the 48ers’ regional loss.
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Paramount girl takes third in skating at indoor nationals
Bill Noyes, a San Bernardino veteran, and national champion Michele Conroy won the senior titles at the North American indoor speed skating championships. Celeste Chalapty of Chicago won the intermediate girls’ event, defeating Peggy Hartrich of Clayton, Lisa Reardon of Paramount, and Mary Jo O’Brian of Ralston Falls.
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Sad Bernardino
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Chicago
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Clayton, Mo
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Paramount
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Carolina tops Kentucky in ABA thriller
Carolina pulled off a 113-111 win against Kentucky in an ABA contest on Sunday. The Colonels trailed for most of the game but narrowed the gap to 116-113 with 1:01 left, sealing the victory in a closely contested matchup.
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Stars Roll Past Denver as Owens Littles Lead
The Charlotte Stars extended their hot run with baskets by Tom Owens and Gene Littles fueling a 125 113 win over Denver. Walt’s team improved to eight wins in ten starts as Jimmy Jones scored 25 in a balanced Utah effort. Ralph Simpson led Denver with 29 as all starters scored. In New York, John Roche scored 15 in the fourth to spark a 120 117 victory over Indiana, Roche finishing with 31 points while BU Keller led Indiana with 23.
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UCLA Recruiting Beyond Bruins Sparks West Coast Sports Talk
Regional sports chatter focuses on UCLA recruiting budgets and facilities, noting UCLA coach John Wooden’s view that talent is plentiful elsewhere. Mark Harmon will enroll at UCLA after two seasons at Pierce JC, with quarterback competition ahead. USC eyeing secondary help and backs for spring drills, while UCLA targets Drollinger and Copp. Rumors link Long Beach standout Ratloff and Gene Washington to a Ernie Davis biopic lead role.
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Rich week on tap at Santa Anita
A busy Santa Anita racing week features the $75,000-added San Luis Rey Handicap on Saturday for top marathon grass runners in the West, with bids for the $125,000 San Juan Capistrano Handicap two weeks later. The San Luis Rey is at 1 1/8 miles and the Capistrano is April 8, with weights to be announced March 29. Cougar II is nominated amid undecided start plans, joined by 29 nominees including Practicante and Lord Derby. other contenders include Unconscious, Golden Eagle I, Hill Row, The Field, the Prince, Vegas Vic, and Yellow Zorker. The week opens Tuesday with the Santa Barbara Handicap at 1 1/8 miles.
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Goalie Ed Giacominn Early Two Assists in 7-3 Win
Boston dominated Minnesota 7-3 as goalie Ed Giacominn assisted on two goals, marking a rare feat for a goalie in the game. Goalie contributions joined by Kispasita's fourth hat trick of the season propelled the Bruins to the victory.
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NHL and NHLers Reach High Scoring Night Across Leagues
New York defeated Toronto 5 to 3 while Detroit beat Montreal 7 to 4 with rookie Marcel Dionne netting three goals. St Louis tied Vancouver, Chicago tied Buffalo, and Golden State tied Pittsburgh at 3 3. Gerry Pinder scored a backhanded 12 footer with nine seconds remaining to force a Seals draw with Pittsburgh.
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Whitcomb Tops Singles At Bowling Event In Long Beach
Whitcomb, a 44 year old Austin Minnesota shipping clerk, rolled 202 243 248 to 696 in the American Bowling Congress tournament at Long Beach Arena. He ties for fifth in all events as Bill Fecht and Ed Maehren of St Paul move to third overall with 1297 in doubles. Tangerine Bowl of Quincy climbs to fifth in regular team with 2961.
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Vida Blue Meets Ex-Boss Finley in Oakland Weekend
Retired Oakland pitcher Vida Blue spoke with A's owner Charles Finley over the weekend. Finley said he saw Blue jogging near Lake Merritt and that Blue later visited Finley's apartment for an informal discussion. Finley added that Blue is not signed. Athletic midfielder Angel Mangual also met Blue in Oakland on Saturday noting Blue's actions show he wants to play.
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