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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1977

Page

22

Cavaliers Rally Past Jazz In Tight New Orleans Showdown

Walt Fruciee led Cleveland with 24 points and Imoy Russell added 23 as the Cavaliers overcame a late New Orleans push. Foots Walker delivered the go ahead basket with 2:00 remaining, sealing a 102-100 win amid a game filled with lead swaps and clutch plays.

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Lakewood Harriers blitz Compton in Moore League cross country

Lakewood High routed Compton 33 to 1 in Heartwell Park as the Lancers moved to 3-0 atop the Moore League. Six of the first eight finishers were Lakewood runners led by Bill Laird and Richard Wilke, Millikan, in a close chase with Jordan and Wilson. Jordan and Paly trailed in a four-way tie for second at 2-1 while Compton remained winless at 0-3.

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St Paul and Pius X clash in CIF Big Five tilt

St Paul travels to face undefeated Pius X in a key CIF Big Five Conference showdown. Both schools boast strong seasons and high league standings after openers that included decisive wins over Mater Dei and Servite. The gridiron card features numerous Saturday games across Los Angeles area venues.

Pius X High St Paul Independent Press-Telegram St. Paul Pius X Mater Dei Servite

Pate leads Southern Open with 64 in Columbus

Jerry Pate shot six under par 64 to take a one stroke lead at the Southern Open on the Green Island course in Columbus Georgia. Dave Eichelberger is second at 65, with George Archer two back at 66 and Johnny Miller at 67. Pate credited improved accuracy and a key adjustment after a friend in Pensacola noticed his ball placement helping him hit all greens. he also noted a near flawless round with 30 putts and several short birdies.

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Kareem Ejected After Altercation Results in Fines

Benson suffered a mild concussion and lacerations after being elbowed by Abdul-Jabbar, as shown on video. O'Brien called the punch premeditated and said the league will use its powers to curb violence in the NBA. The incident led to Benson missing a game and a severe fine.

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UCLA Wide Receiver Homer Butler Chooses UCLA After Closest Rivals

Homer Butler, a standout in an all conference recruiting year, weighed Stanford and Oregon State before selecting UCLA to stay near home. He notes pressure from coaches about past UCLA receivers, and as a 11 catch for 466 yards season leader, he heads into a Pac 10 clash with momentum and confidence improving in blocking and route running.

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Holding Pattern in NFL Refereeing Struggle Sparks Frustration

NFL players debate officials calls after a rough game against Minnesota with held penalties and questions about referee mechanics. Williams and Youngblood defend their efforts while Knox presses officials supervisor Art McNally for clearer rulings, stressing the tough nature of officiating and game strategy.

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Bellows topples Jacobs in Southern California match play

Bellows upset defending champion Tommy Jacobs 2 up in the Said Southern California PGA Match Play Championship at Hunting ton Seacutf. Lie Gifford edged Monty Blodgett 1 up as El Dorado pro. four Icee Beach players won, including Terry Small and Pinky Stavenson at Virginia Country Club. Other losses included Bob Lovejoy and Frank Maké peace with Hunter taking 4 and 3.

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