Big O Finally Captures Bucks First Title in Baltimore
Oscar Robertson finally tastes champagne with Milwaukee after the Bucks win the title in Baltimore. He recalls earlier wins as a high school team and notes the long road from the Royals to this big time victory. His joy signals a climactic moment for the veteran star and his teammates.
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Bucks Win NBA Title for Sweep of Bullets
Oscar Robertson led the Milwaukee Bucks to a 118-106 victory over the Baltimore Bullets, completing a four-game sweep to clinch the NBA championship. Lew Alcindor provided 27 points in the clincher as the duo propelled Milwaukee past Baltimore amid opponent injuries.
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Green and Barber Lead Open as Rookie Green Shines
Hubert Green shares the first place lead at the Greater New Orleans Open with Miller Barber after both card 69 and 67 respectively. Winds complicate round play at Lakewood, with Trevino fading and Zarley Cupit just behind at 138 as Barber cites lessons from Gardner Dickinson and eyes more wins.
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Brown to Be Feted by New York Pro Football Writers
Paul Brown head coach and general manager of the Cincinnati Bengals will be honored for long and meritorious service to football at the New York chapter Pro Football Writers of America annual dinner on May 24.
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Favorites falter as Derby field backs outsiders in 97th run
Louisville AP report notes that only six favorites reached the Derby winner's circle in 25 years. In a 20-horse field, betting favorites included Citation ridden by Eddie Arcaro, who paid $2.80, alongside Hill Gail, Needles, Carry Back, Kauai King, and Majestic Prince with varying returns. Native Dancer stands out as a famed favorite who lost by a head to Dark Star after a rough first turn. Other beaten favorites included Lord Boswell, Knockdown, and Perfect Bahrain.
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Lions Sunflower Champions Shine On Victory Hills
Lawrence High wins Sunflower League golf title at Victory Hills Kansas City led by Bill Kipp with a 70. Six-man total 463 earns team trophy as Topeka West is disqualified for teeing off before the mark. Kipp and Stuart Towner tie for medalist with 70.
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Black Hawks and Rangers Ready for Decisive Game
Chicago Black Hawks and New York Rangers meet Sunday to decide who faces the Montreal Canadiens in the Stanley Cup Finals. The series stands 3-3 after a 3-2 Rangers win in a tense Thursday game sparked by Pete Stemkowski's late score.
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Connecticut Prep Whiz To Enroll at Maryland
South Windsor High School star Tommy Roy announced he will attend the University of Maryland in the fall ending months of college interest from over 200 coaches. The 6 foot 9 forward set the New England scoring record with 2 059 points across three seasons and helped his team win a second straight title.
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Liquori steals spotlight at Quantico Relays 15th meet
At Quantico Virginia Marty Liquori of Villanova upset the meet by posting a 13 52.4 in the 5 000 meters to beat Barry Brown of the New York A C and set a meet record. He said he is getting in shape for the King Games in Philadelphia. Women’s trials named and non qualifiers listed with noted performances and omissions.
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League Leaders American League Batting and Pitching Counts
A compact list of top American League leaders by batting and pitching. Oliva Minnesota leads batting with a .397 average and 81 hits. Kilbourne Minnesota drives in 21 RBIs. Yastrzemski Boston adds 20 RBIs. Pitching shows McNally Baltimore 4-9 with 1.000 ERA and 2.455, while Seaver New York tops strikeouts with 45.
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Hawks Sign Top Pick George Trapp to 5-Year Deal
The Atlanta Hawks sign No. 1 draft choice George Trapp of Long Beach State in a five year contract reportedly worth 750000 dollars, outbidding Dallas in the rival ABA for his services.
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