Buster Mathis Returns to Houston in Boxing Rematch
Red Smith profiles Buster Mathis returning to Houston for a Wednesday night bout promoted by Top Rank Inc. After a long layoff and a 320 pound weight, Mathis seeks a new start and a potential rematch with Joe Frazier. Ali’s past fires and Mathis’s gentle courtesy frame a cautious comeback.
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Retirement banquet to honor Bill Lockyer at CSLB
The article notes Cal State Long Beach coach Bill Lockyer, founder of the CSLB program, will be honored at a retirement banquet on December 11 at the college. Ed Graham can be contacted for seating, and the piece references Lockyer’s past successes with CSLB and the 49ers. It also mentions Jim Stangeland's ongoing letter-writing efforts to ease pass interference and a Colonel's critique of increasing flags and wrong calls.
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Stanford Stakes Debuts at Hollywood Park Tonight
The 50,000 Stanford Stakes marks WHA feature action at Hollywood Park as Speedy Crown, last Hambletonian winner, eyes victory in the new Stanford Stakes. The Western Harness Association reports record crowds and handle as the final month of the meeting opens with sophomores All Hight and Branch Dan Prince headlining the Anesia Purse.
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Comets dominate state cross country meet in Sacramento
Long Beach Comets win 10 11 division and place high in other classes at the California Girls and Women’s Cross Country Championships held Sunday in Sacramento. Individual winners include funder-s Francis and Decker from Comets, with Heald of La Nuraday posting a strong time in the women’s race.
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Bruins Rally Past Trojans in Turbulent Rivalry Game
UCLA defeats USC 45 26 as coaches hype the showdown. McKay defends Bruins stance while Kendricks Sets rushing record, Harris returns from injury, and Parker Paine earn weekly honors amid a heated build up to the contest.
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Cowboys struggle with injuries and quarterback shuffle
Retired Dallas quarterback Don Meredith criticizes the rotating QB plan as Craig Morton and Roger Staubach switch in and out. Dallas endures season injuries with Ralph Neely out, Don Palkers hurt, and Forrest Gregg brought back, while New York suffers knee injuries to Hon Johnson and Charlie Evans fractures. Villanova wins IC4A cross country title with Bob Wheeler finishing first in 24 27, ahead of Dave Wright and Marty Liquori.
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Merger debate tests ABA NBA fate at Senate hearing
At a Senate Judiciary subcommittee hearing Wendell Cherry warned a merger would be the ABA death warrant while chair Sam J. Erwin argued professional sports can draft employees only from two leagues. Other items noted include stadium plumbing failures in Irving Texas, Brewers securing $2 million in loans, and racing organizations settlements funding state upgrades.
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Rams Friday recap hints at bright future for Phil Rams
The Rams host San Francisco amid injuries and tweaks as Phil Rams shows steady growth in limited action. George McFadden notes Jim Johnson fractures his wrist and Elmer Collett shoulder separation loom. Key plays and stats from the Lions and Saints games surface, including Snow’s first Notre Dame style reverse and Isiah Moherson’s standout hitting.
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Century Club honors Bacon after Lions win
Bacon, pivotal in a 2113 victory over Detroit with a second quarter long gain and a lynchpin sack total, will be saluted by the Century Club tonight at Hoefly's Restaurant at 6. The event honors his defensive play and his role as Ram leader in a season marked by key plays and team success.
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San Jose coach King for a year
Dewey King of San Jose State was named coach of the year by the Northern California Sportswriters Assn. He guided the Spartans to three upsets after a slow start, including a 12 12 upset of first-ranked Stanford.
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Betz's Best Mott Red Takes Longshot Win
Mott and Red surged to a longshot victory as Betz's Best led the field with a steady drive in the late stretch. The pair crossed the wire with Red finishing sixth after a bold push from the outside.
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