Big Eight stable amid conference turmoil and KU stars
The Big Eight Conference advocates its full ride athletic scholarships as a strength, noting few internal disputes while others like the Pacific Coast Conference crumble. Al Oerter eyes 190 and beyond as NCAA season nears, with Rex Grossart predicting a strong indoor and Olympic campaign.
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Arkansas Cager Signs With St Louis Card Baseball Pact
Lawrence Stolzer of Little Rock, a two year Arkansas basketball player, signs a professional baseball contract with the St. Louis Cardinals. The 21 year old, a first baseman at 6 foot 4 and 200 pounds, receives a substantial bonus and will be assigned to the Carolina league optioned to Billings Montana in the Class C Pioneer league.
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Turner and Hart Set for Big Philadelphia Boxing Match
Old friends Gil Turner and Garnet Hart square off in a 10 round welterweight bout in Philadelphia. Hart, 22, seeks a breakthrough after sparring with Turner since their youths. Turner, 27, aims to rebound and prove he remains a top contender despite a 55 win 17 loss 1 draw record. The fight, not televised, pits Turner’s experience against Hart’s speed and counter punching.
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Sugar) Hart
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31 Amateurs Set To Challenge Open Crown
Tulsa AP report notes 31 amateurs among 162 starters at Southern Hills, a monster of a course. Observer Bill Kaiser cites Patton Ward Nicklaus and Nichols as potential threats, recalling Bobby Jones and Johnny Goodman era prospects for an amateur victory.
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It Pays to Go on Relief Hurlers Find Relief Pitcher Award
New York AP reports many yearly awards exist and proposes a relief pitcher award for each league. Bold contenders include Don McMahon, Duke Farrell, Clem Labine, Marv Grissom, Anne Duren, Dick Hyde, Hoyt Wilhelm, George Zuverink, Gerry Staley, Murry Wall. Current leaders: best won loss records Ike Delock, McHannon, Muffett, Elston, Grissom. best ERAs Paine, Duren, Farrell, Kiely, Hyde, Zuverink, Gross. Top saves by Duren, Hyde, Farrell, Muffett, Wall, Staley, Roe buck, Labine. Leading workers Hyde, Clevenger, Wilhelm, Wall, Staley, Labine, Farrell, Fross Roebuck. Awards debated between Farrell and McMahon in NL and Duren and Hyde in AL.
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Rademacher Sets Sights Beyond Folley Bout
Pete Rademacher said after signing Monday that he is certain about his future plans after the July 24 charity heavyweight bout with Zora Folley in Los Angeles. He did not disclose specifics.
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Rematch possible if he beats Folley in upcoming bout
Rademacher seeks a rematch with heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson after a potential victory over Folley. The earlier Patterson knockout occurred on his pro debut last August in Seattle, framing the current title pursuit.
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Drake Star to Oilers in National Industrial League
Phil Red Murrell, former Moberly Junior College star and Drake standout, announces plans to play for the Bartlesville Oilers in the National Industrial Basketball League next season. He averaged over 23 points per game at Drake and ranked fifth nationally among high scorers.
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Red) Murrell
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Virgil Akins Offered First Championship Defense
Virgil Akins has received his first bout offer since winning the welterweight title. Manager Eddie Yawitz said Los Angeles match maker Jack Laken offered a $40,000 guarantee for a defense, signaling strong interest in a rematch opportunity.
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Eddie Yawitz
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Akins Retains Title With Four Round TKO on Friday
Akins defended his title in Los Angeles last Friday, winning by a four round technical knockout over Vince Martinez. Promoter Yawitz indicated the outcome may hinge on further factors yet to be disclosed.
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Babyface) Jones
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