Ali Edges Wepner In Close Heavyweight Bout
Muhammad Ali retained the world heavyweight title with a 15th round stoppage of Chuck Wepner in Cleveland. Ali rallied in the final seconds to win by technical knockout as Wepner suffered a cut, bleeding and a rough beating before referee Tony Perez stopped the fight.
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UCLA Bruins Lead AP Poll as NCAA Final Four Looms
UCLA Adler John Wooden says the Bruins are atop the AP poll but any Final Four team could win the title. Kentucky Indiana Louisville and Syracuse also dominate the top spots after regional wins.
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Oklahoma basketball coach Joe Ramsey resigns after slump
University of Oklahoma head coach Joe Ramsey resigns as the board leans toward not renewing his contract. Ramsey cites conflict, says the move ends a difficult period and he respects the team and assistants.
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Blass May Be At End Of Baseball Trail
Steve Blass, once a World Series hero, suffers another rough outing for the Pirates as Chicago White Sox rout 16-4 in an exhibition game. Manager Murtaugh undecided on future chances, while teammate Bob Moose shines earlier in the doubleheader.
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Oklahoma basketball coach Joe Ramsey resigns amid team flux
Several Sooners players reacted to the resignation of head coach Joe Ramsey two weeks after completing his second season. They referenced a potential fresh start with a new coach and facilities, while acknowledging mixed feelings about his departure.
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Knight Named AP Major College Coach of the Year
Bobby Knight accepts the AP Coach of the Year honor as he praises team effort. Indiana's coach led the Hoosiers to a 34 game win streak and a No. 1 ranking before a 92-90 regional upset at Kentucky.
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