McCovey Finds Confidence After Giants Second Chance
Willie McCovey speaks of belonging with the Giants after a season on the bench and a move to the outfield. He notes spring power, four home runs in exhibitions, and gratitude to manager Al Dark for the late-career redemption that helped the pennant drive.
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Notre Dame Deliberates Duffy Daugherty Coaching Link
Rumors swirl that Michigan State's Duffy Daugherty could take over at Notre Dame but interim coach Hugh Devore remains in place for 1963. Father Joyce says no head coach named before after the season, while Devore oversees recruiting and players ready for next fall.
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Sooner Matmen Close Season With K State Duel
Wayne Baughman of Oklahoma seeks his 50th dual win as OU faces Kansas State in Manhattan. The defending 191 pound NCAA champion has surpassed Danny Hodge for OU's career wins. Kansas State will forfeit the 115 pound and heavyweight bouts.
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Better Cage Arena Needed
Chicago struggles to host a pro basketball franchise as NBA owners Ned Irish and Bob Short call for a larger venue and TV radio rights. They opposed bringing back a Chicago team in 1961 after a previous exit, citing inadequate facilities. The Zephyr's Dave Trager moved the team from Chicago, with Baltimore Cleveland Kansas City and Philadelphia among potential destinations.
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Sweden and Canada Set For World Ice Hockey Final Showdown
Sweden leads Group A with 10 points while Canada holds nine after a 3-1 Russia win over Czechoslovakia. Canada beat Finland 12-2 as U.S. defeats West Germany 84 in Group A. Group results include Yugoslavia over Britain 4-2 and Austria 3-2 over Bulgaria.
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Rodgers Ties Cousy’s Assist Mark in NBA Clash
In San Francisco on February 27 1959 Guy Rodgers of the Warriors tied Bob Cousy’s single game assists record with 28 as the Celtics beat the Lakers 173-139. Wilt Chamberlain scored 39 for the Warriors in a meaningless finale for the Pacific Coast club.
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League bowling results and top scorers at Thunderbird Lanes
In Hi Ind divisions Pat Spencer and Ester Tubbs lead with 233 games and 233 series. Lacy's Furniture tops team game at 757. Three 'N Onf Scratch League features Melvin Tubbs 245 and Bill Atwood 618. Stamps Sporting Goods leads team series with 171?4. The Leaders and The Leaders Holiday Bowl appear as top teams with multiple high scores, while Gay Nineties and Stamps Sporting Goods post strong records in various leagues.
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Bradley to receive Harry Merrill Award in Philadelphia
Princeton sophomore Bill Bradley will be honored with the Harry Merrill Award as the outstanding college basketball player to visit Philadelphia this season. The Philadelphia sports writers basketball club will present the award at its annual banquet on March 26.
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