Wilt Chamberlains Shooting Touch Shatters Theory
Berkeley special report notes Wilt Chamberlain hit 18 baskets from beyond point blank range during Kansas University’s western swing double-header at Washington. Coach Dick Harp had long believed Chamberlain was a superior shooter, and this performance under pressure supported that view despite a limited dunk rate.
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Kansas Sweeps California to extend road win streak
Kansas won both games 77 63 and 92 78, stretching its winning streak to four. The Jayhawks faced a tough Seattle swing with Cal’s 6 7 center Duane Asplund and 6 6 forward Don McIntosh matching up. Dick Harp praised a balanced offense and team cohesion, led by Monte Johnson and Bob Billings in their first road games. Chamberlain, Elston, and Parker provided strong performances, with Chamberlain reaching 38 blocks and 158 points over the series. Rutgers dusting planes mentioned separately in the report.
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Elshin
Saturday Wrestling Card Ends in a Near Riot as Hamilton Defeats Dusek
Larry Hamilton defeated Joe Dusek in a best two of three falls match before 700 fans at the Community Building. The Junior Chamber of Commerce sponsored card nearly sparked a riot as police halted fans rushing the ring. Ethel Johnson and Lula Mae Provo won a tag match with Babs Wingo and Marva Scott. Johnson also lost a one fall bout to Wingo.
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Larry Hamilton
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Joe Dusek
Coffeyville Red Raiders Roll Over Grand Rapids 46-6
Coffeyville Junior College football team, national champions, returned home to cheering fans after a 46-6 victory over Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Saturday. The dominant win capped a memorable Bowl appearance for Coffeyville.
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Jaco bowl team parade after Los Angeles trip
The squad traveled to Tulsa by air and finished the trip by bus. They paraded through the Plaza in a formal welcome by Mayor Denver Hagis as high school and junior high bands joined the celebration. News notes from Dallas and Syracuse weather and football comments follow.
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Syracuse Gridders Open Two Practice Sessions In Norman
Syracuse football team prepares for Texas Christian University in the Cotton Bowl after a brisk 53 degree day in Norman. The 48 man squad opened two practice sessions and will depart soon as they gear up for the New Year clash.
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