Mather Focuses On Individual Drills In Jay Workouts
With 16 spring practice days left Kansas University coach Chuck Mather shifts to individual improvement and depth. Four drills planned this week run into Thursday, then Easter break followed by a full dress scrimmage on April 14. The Jayhawks face lineup changes as injuries and past rotations influence the top units while veterans push to maintain their spots and build a stronger team.
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Bobby Shantz Arm Sound Key To A's Coming Season
The A’s hope a fit left hander with a single win in three years can replace Bobby Shantz, now 40, as ace if he returns from arm troubles. Shantz has been rebuilding since 1952 MVP glory, pitching sparingly in 1954 and 1955, with spring work back in camp and a recent 13 1 1 win trimmed by Washington.
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Patterson to Meet Williams in Kansas City Bout
Floyd Patterson world ranked 17th light heavyweight from Brooklyn signs with promoter Marvin Lipp to fight Chief Alvin Williams in a ten round card at Memorial Hall in Kansas City on April 1. Williams earned the right by defeating Jimmy Welch at Memorial Hall on March 20.
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Tyra Leads AP NIT All Stars To Honor Louisville Triumph
Tyra selected as most valuable player anchors the AP NIT All Stars. Joining him are Si Green from Duquesne, Phil Rollins from Nashua, Jim Jaxson of Dayton, and Jimmy Boothe of Xavier, forming a strong lineup amid a championship season for Louisville.
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Moose) Tyra
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Olympic Playoff On Court Agenda
The NCAA NIT AAU and armed forces champions pace the field as four teams vie in a three day four team round robin to select the U S Olympic squad in Kansas City starting April 2 The roster will be 12 with the round robin winner contributing five to seven players from 14 man collegiate and AAU squads led by Bill Russell Ket Jones Bill Uhl and Jim Paxson among others The Seattle Bakers and Bartlesville Oilers AAU finalists join the Air Force all stars in the Olympic playoff effort.
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Needles Eyes Kentucky Derby After Florida Derby Win
Florida bred Needles sharpened Derby hopes with a decisive Florida Derby victory at Gulfstream Park before a crowd of 24 191. The three year old held off 13 rivals in a record extending stretch run to secure the $145 000 prize and boost Derby stock.
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New Faces in Action on Top Boxing TV Cards This Week
Three undefeated or rising boxers headline three television cards this week. Larry Baker faces Pat Mbowry at St Nicholas Arena broadcast Dumont at 6 p m CST. L C Morgan meets Ludwig Lightburn in Cleveland ABC TV 9 p m CST. Cherif Hamia battles Carmelo Costa in another Friday featherweight bout.
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Chubby) Costa
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Little League World Series Continues at Williamsport
Chicago votes yes to keeping the Little League World Series as the annual feature of youth baseball in Williamsport Pennsylvania since 1947 continues to headline the season.
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National Basketball Committee approves six rule revisions
The National Basketball Committee, governing college and high school rules, completed a two day meeting in Chicago and adopted six rule revisions for the 1957-58 season. The 12 foot free throw lane was extended to high schools and five minor changes were approved including a new defensive position used by the Western Conference this season.
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New Basketball Rules Aim at Funneling Plays by Taller Players
Officials tighten cage rules affecting Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell by banning funnel shots into the free throw lane. Players must let the ball hit backboard or rim before any tap in. The free throw lane rule now enforces a two inch foul line and standardizes court boundaries.
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Rule changes tighten goal tending and five second calls
The committee revised play by restricting offensive players from reaching above the cylinder to affect a teammate’s shot into the basket while clarifying goal tending and dunk distinctions. They also discussed five second stalls and a possible penalty for blatant stalling, noting the need for a future adjustment if delays persist.
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Dickinson Miami Winner Surprises In Miami Beach Open
Gardner Dickinson Jr from Panama City Florida wins the Miami Beach Open with a 69 final round, edging two husky young pros Billy Maxwell of Odessa Texas and Don Finster of Bedford Heights Ohio by one stroke.
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Excelsior Institute Offers Non-Surgical Help for Men Over Forty
Advertises non surgical treatment for glandular inflammation causing urinary and vigor issues in men over 40. Claims 1000 communities treated with soothing relief and renewed vitality. Free book from Excelsior Institute Dept 3611 Excelsior Springs Missouri with no obligation.
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Uhl Loses to Louisville in NIT Final at Madison Square Garden
Dayton’s Uhl, a seven foot senior and Olympic hopeful, falls short as Louisville’s Tyra dominates with 27 points and 19 rebounds in the NIT final. Tyra earns MVP honors while Uhl weeps after the loss, and Dayton ends as a runner-up after top seed status.
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Five Weeks Remain as State Bowling Tourney Shifts Leaders
Over the weekend three changes occurred in first place in the Women's State Bowling Tournament. Ann Nuss of Hutchinson led Class B singles while the Kansas City Southern Enpinettes from Pittsburg topped Class D team standings and M LaDoux with JD Deichman of Wichita led Class D doubles. The event continues for five more weekends.
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