Czech player Frank Cikan decides to stay in America
Frantisek Cikan, a young Czechoslovak guard from the basketball touring party, chose to stay in the United States after a Philadelphia immigration session and a Brandywine Junior College enrollment offer. Coach Harry J. Pappas praised his courage as the rest of the team flew home to Prague.
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Goodby
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Newspaper Enterprise Assn
Miss Mann Sparks LPGA Skirted Revolution
Carol Mann envisions a new era for the LPGA as skirts and shorts replace longer hems. The tour director Lennie Wirtz says the change aims to broaden appeal while Mann notes courage and practice are needed. Mann, 6 foot 3, says the look helps younger players and feminization boosts fan interest amid PGA competition.
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Marilynn Smith
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Jack Nicklaus
Mickey Mantle
Cal Yastrzemski
Johnny Unitas
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LPGA seeks TV money as amateurs rise in U S golf
LPGA officials warn that television funding shortfalls and successful amateur players threaten the tour. They cite Catherine La Coste and Joanne Gunderson Carner as exemplars whose wins shocked the circuit, urging focus on golf development and unity.
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Why the word skiing traces back to snowshoe roots
The origin of skiing traces to the Old Norse word for snowshoe, revealing how the activity’s name reflects its snow travel roots. The term connects to early sled and skin snow gear used by Nordic peoples.
Howe keeps on top as Hockey Hall of Famer eyes future
Gordie Howe, at 40 and in his 23rd season with the Detroit Red Wings, says he intends to keep playing if he stays healthy and productive. He notes no quitting on top and cites his self discipline and commitment to fans and the club. The piece also mentions Lionel Rose being named WBA Fighter of the Year and Bob Foster with Johnny Famechon as January co-boxers of the month.
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