Pearson Seeks Details On Ryun Half Mile Delay
U S Senator James Pearson plans to press the AAU for specifics after the IAAF in London delayed ratification of Jim Ryun s half mile world record set in Terre Haute Indiana The record pending approval faces questions about meet sanctioning and application completeness with IAAF officials citing irregularities and awaiting proper documentation.
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Rodgers Family Takes Second To Snowstorm
Kansas University football coach Pepper Rodgers delays move to Lawrence as a Midwest snowstorm strands his family. Judy Rodgers, with four children, misses LA flights, battles cancelled options, and finally contacts Pepper in Kansas City to arrange a tentative Atlanta trip until weather clears.
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Sooners Test N In Big Eight's Only Cage Contest
Nebraska faces Oklahoma in Lincoln in the Big Eight clash featuring top scorer Don Sidle 27.0 ppg for Oklahoma and Nebraska’s Stuart Lantz as the league’s top shooter. Nebraska can join a four way tie for first with a win to move to 3 1 in conference play. Oklahoma sits at 1 1 and can climb to fourth with a victory. Sidle leads in scoring and Smith of Iowa State tops rebounding. Lantz and Baack also among leaders.
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Ottawa Upset Stuns Bethany in Overtime
Bethany College defeated Ottawa 58 to 54 in overtime on Wednesday night, loosening College of Emporia’s grip atop the Kansas Conference standings. St Benedicts moved to 13-2 with an 82-65 win over Emporia State, the Ravens winning their 26th straight home game. Warrensburg edged Pittsburg State 65-0 and Tennessee Martin beat blocks Field State 87-77 as Emporia’s share of first place shifted after Friday’s loss.
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Georgia Senate honors Pepper Rodgers for sports success
The Georgia State Senate adopted a resolution on February 15, 1966, commending Pepper Rodgers for athletic and coaching achievements. The measure credits his Georgia Tech scholarship, Air Force service, and roles on staffs led by Ben Martin, Ray Graves, and Tommy Prothro, highlighting his impact as player and coach.
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Carpeting for Cat Quarters at Kansas State
Kansas State football coach Vince Gibson announces upgrades to the program. The dressing room will be carpeted and walls painted with music piped in chosen by players. Plans include a new stadium and athletic dormitory, aiming for first class facilities and a winning attitude.
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UCLA Star Mike Lynn Considers Returning for Bruins
UCLA basketball star Mike Lynn and roommate Larry McCollister each fined 300 dollars and placed on two years probation after pleading guilty to credit card misuse. Lynn, 21, from Covina, Calif., and McCollister, 21, of Lemon Grove, Calif., were arrested Nov. 30 and charged in January.
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Five Jayhawks Qualify for KU Gymnastics 9.0 Club
Kansas University gymnasts push toward the 9.0 mark with five new 9.0 Club members Lawrence soph Robert Pierson Jim Gillispie Gary Denk Olathe junior Wayne Dix on and Glen Ellyn Ill Steve Pyle plus near qualifiers Dobbins and others.
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Celtics Win Two Straight On Road In NBA Action
The Celtics defeated Philadelphia ending a 36 game home win streak and beat Detroit 112-105 on the road. Sam Jones and John Havlicek combined for 21 points in the fourth quarter lifting Boston. Oscar Robertson scored 37 for Cincinnati as the Royals lost a halftime lead in New York. Jerry West had a 45 point game for the Lakers in a win over Baltimore.
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Clemente Joins Elite $100,000 Club with Pirates
Roberto Clemente signed to stay with the Pittsburgh Pirates at a reported $100,000 annual salary, joining an elite $100,000 club that includes Frank Robinson Mickey Mantle and Willie Mays. The 1966 NL MVP praised terms with GM Joe L. Brown as other Wednesday signings spread across the league.
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Lion Sophs Beat T West Cagemen at Topeka
The Lawrence High sophomore basketball team defeated Topeka West 51-46 at Topeka on Wednesday. Mike Cerne scored 21 to lead LHS with support from Gary Johnson 10 and Rodney Johnson 5. The win improves the record to 5-8. next game is Thursday versus Topeka Central at home.
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Toledo Joins UCLA In Unbeaten Class
The University of Toledo Rockets join the top-ranked UCLA Bruins as the only undefeated teams remaining. The article highlights Toledo's rise to power in college basketball, placing them on par with UCLA in this peak moment.
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Lions Open Tourney Grind At Topeka West Gym
Lawrence High opens the Topeka Invitational Tournament against Topeka West at 7 30 p m in the Topeka West Gym. Shawnee Mission South meets Highland Park at 6 p m in the same site.
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