Year in sports 1961 a month by month recap
Frank Eck compiles a year long survey of 1961 sports with upsets and notable events across football basketball baseball boxing golf and tennis. Highlights include Rose Bowl shocker Washington over Minnesota and Carry Back Derby wins plus Nicklaus major titles and Maris record chase.
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Hank Marino rolls second 180 triple in Milwaukee league
Milwaukee bowler Hank Marino aged 72 completed his second 180-180-180 triplicate in the Hank Marino league, a feat rivaled only by his 235-235-235 from forty years earlier. A line about All-America Bob Ferguson and a separate football stat appears garbled.
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Strikes and Spares From Joe Wilman
Strikes and Spares advises bowlers on fouling fixes. The column notes toe distance to the foul line and knee bend as key factors, with tips for reducing stepping over the line and smoother delivery. It highlights common faults and practical stance adjustments for faster improvement.
Kansas City Stars Return Franchise to NBL
The Kansas City Stars board decides to return the franchise to the National Bowling League after an all day meeting. Club president John Mason cites no reasons for the move until a full report to the League Tuesday. Attendance had fallen since October, with under 100 paid at the last home match.
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Von Clay Set to Clash With Argentine Heavyweight
Philadelphia contender Von Clay, ranked No. 4 by the NBA and No. 5 by Ring in the 175 pound class, battles Argentine heavyweight Alejandro Lavorante in a non-televised 10 round bout at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles. Lavorante is ranked No. 3 by the NBA and No. 1 by Ring. the card tops a light holiday boxing program with no TV broadcast.
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Jennings likely to join Kansas staff as backfield coach
The piece notes departing Nebraska coach Bill Jennings is a strong candidate for Kansas University as backfield coach under Jack Mitchell, possibly replacing Bill Pace who moves to Arkansas. It cites their long friendship and explains Jennings’ background as a top backfield coach and recruiter at Oklahoma, with prospects for a formal announcement after the new year.
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Hightower nets 56 as Real Madrid dominates Paris final
Wayne Hightower, 6 foot 8 and a Kansas star alumni, scored 56 points to lead Real Madrid to a 112 64 victory over Bagnolet in the Paris international basketball tournament final. The Philadelphia native thrilled crowds with versatile scoring as Real Madrid relied on his sharp shooting and floor play.
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First World Canal Opens Through Schleswig and Holstein
The Eider Canal opened through the Danish ruled duchies of Schleswig and Holstein in 1784 becoming the first of the world's great canals.
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