Jayhawks face torrid Nebraska in Lincoln showdown
Kansas University, 13 1 overall and 4 1 Big Seven, travels to Lincoln to meet the Nebraska Huskers, 2 2 in conference. The game ends half the league schedule and could boost Kansas toward the Joep title. Nebrasky shooting star Gary Beimers leads with 58 percent on 27 of 46. Nebraska overall 46 percent in conference, 7 of overall. The matchup features Kansas' new look with forward Ron Longski and Nebraska's outside shooting prowess.
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Kansas Faces Iowa State Test With Chamberlain On Floor
Kansas coach Dick Harp faces a stern test as Wilt Chamberlain and Lonnie King try to limit the Cyclones in a Big Seven clash. Chamberlain has blocked 105 shots this season and Kansas braces for a tougher-man defense by Iowa State’s stars amid a high scoring season.
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Iowa State
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Colorado
A's hopeful rise faces tough West Virginia frame
Oakland figures showings under Boudreau focus on sixth place in 1957 with injuries and pitching woes easing. The club eyes Hal Smith as catcher, adds Bob Cerv Pisoni and Lou Skizas in outfield, and cites bolstered pitching depth led by Garver Kellner Shantz Ditmar Burnette Host and others as camp opens in West Palm Beach.
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Kansas City
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Lou Skizas
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Skizas
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West Palm Beach
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Lou Kretlow
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Alex Kellner
Bobby Shantz
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Roberts
Columbus
Joe DeMaestri
Hec Lopez
Wayne Belardi
Detroit
Simpson
New TV Grid Policy Is Mailed by NCAA
The NCAA television committee after a three day meeting approved a 1957 plan for televising college football games and will submit it to a mail membership vote by February 18. Walter Byers said final language will be added and the plan will be mimeographed and sent to 12 committee members by Monday for a two thirds approval to pass.
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Happy Howie Johnson Surges In Tucson Open Pacing
Tucson Arizona 14 talkative Howie Johnson a cheerful newcomer who has battled heart trouble led a tight pack into the second round of the Tucson Open. He carded a 64 on El Rio to sit 6 under and said he enjoyed leading a pro event for the first time. Johnson, once limited by rheumatic fever and later heart issues, credits golf with keeping him loose and playing well. He edged Frank Stranahan and Joe Zakarian by one stroke, with Mike Souchak among early leaders. Also in contention were Bill Casper Jr Julie Boros Doug Ford and Jimmy Clark.
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N.C
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Studio City
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Jayhawk Thinclads Face Put Tonight at Allen Fieldhouse
Kansas University indoor track hosts Pittsburg State tonight in Allen Fieldhouse with coach Bill Easton’s Jayhawks. Special exhibitions feature Charlie Tidwell and Bob Cannon, with new sprinter Mike Cummins and pole vault action set to start at 7 and field events at 7 30.
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Fort Scott and Joplin Favored in Jaco Frays
Fort Scott Greyhounds travel to Boonville to face Kemper Military School Yellowjackets while Highland Scotties host Wentworth Red Dragons. Joplin to play Bradley University Freshmen in a non conference game at Peoria. Interstate standings list Wentworth 6 8, Kemper 0 4, Fort Scott 4 2, Highland 5 1, Joplin 5 0, Kansas City 0 0.
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Kenney Leaves Vickers for California Post Coach Says
Bob Kenney former Kansas and Olympic basketball star will leave Wichita Vickers AAU team after two seasons to take a business opportunity in California He played with Vickers this week as Philips 66 defeated Kansas 88 79 Kenney a 6 2 Winfield native is a KU three year forward who helped the 1952 national title run and Olympic program leaving amid plans for a move away from Wichita The coach says Kenney will be missed for his steady scoring and outside shooting
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Night Shielded by Kenney’s Enduring Hustle on Court
Night after night Kenney guarded the ball with relentless effort and consistent reliability. He is praised as a dependable player who hustled until the final minute, earning respect from teammates, opponents, and fans alike for his demeanor and skill.
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Aaron Happy With New Pact and World Series Aim
Hank Aaron of Milwaukee expressed satisfaction with a salary rise from about 17000 to between 25000 and 30000 after agreeing with GM John Quinn. He also called for preserving his batting role and emphasized a desire to play in the next World Series.
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Hank) Aaron
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Wild Swinging Martinez Battles for TV Tonight
New York fans tune in as featherweight Isidro Martinez defends against Bobby Courchesne in a 10 round bout at Madison Square Garden. NBC radio television will carry the match at 9 p.m. CST after Martinez’s prior U S debut drew viewers.
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College Cage Report Highlights 3 Percent and Close Scores
Virginia Tech 9% St Johns (Bkln) 63 George Washington 6% Dartmouth 81 Vermont 69 Providence 78 Brandeis overtime Westminster Pa 0 South Carolina 65 Wake Forest 3 Rolling 56 Town State 62 Drake 71 Getty Dame 71 Portland Univ Hardin Simmons 75 Texas Tech 0 Tenn A&I Utsh 4 Montane 40 Syraguee 117 St Louis 116 Ancient saying links devil to hardening copper.
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TV cameras and fights on sports telecast policy debate
An Associated Press survey examines whether networks should show or censor on field fights. CBS and NBC differ, with NFL and NHL figures weighing: Bell opposes fights on TV, Frick urges caution, and other leagues defer to camera crews.
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