Longhorns' Win Elevates SWC in NIT Finalists
Texas defeated Rutgers 96-76 at Madison Square Garden to reach the NIT final against North Carolina State, boosting the Southwest Conference's stature. Texas and Arkansas both advanced to the semifinals, marking a first in SWC history with two teams in the nation’s top post-season tournaments. Coach Abe Lemons highlighted the conference's strength and noted guard Jim Krivacs’ hot scoring as pivotal.
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Irish Reach Digger's Goal in NCAA semifinals
Notre Dame faces Duke in the NCAA semifinal doubleheader after beating DePaul 84-64 to reach St. Louis. Coach Digger Phelps calls the final four the gravy while Duke, Kentucky and Arkansas also advance, led by strong performances from Tripucka and Spanarkel.
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Nicklaus Wins One-Shot Title At Sawgrass In Odd Round
Nicklaus edges to the Tournament Players Championship at Sawgrass with a three over 75 final round to finish 289 total and claim his third TP title. He earns 60,000 and moves season earnings to 157,065 while defending the course’s tough winds and high scores. John Mahaffey’s ace on 15th provides brief excitement as Nicklaus defends a difficult Sawgrass layout.
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Norton Gains Title On Spinks Lost Weekend
Boxing world reacts as Norton is recognized as WBC champion after Spinks defies an edict to defend against Norton and faces legal action from Top Rank. Spinks faces eviction and a separate arrest probe while Sulaiman defends the ruling and CBS contract ties loom over future bouts.
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