Foreman Crowned World Champion In Jamaica Knockout
George Foreman defeated Joe Frazier at National Stadium to win the world heavyweight title. The Hayward, California fighter dominated, knocking Frazier down six times before the referee stopped the bout in the second round. Foreman pledged to announce his first title defense choice, possibly Muhammad Ali, at a news conference.
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Foreman Knocks Out Frazier in Four Minutes Thirtyfive Seconds
George Foreman defeated Joe Frazier in a four minute and thirty five second bout denying a 30 fight win streak for Frazier. Foreman earned 375000, Frazier 850000 with 36000 spectators and 1000 extra police after threats of sabotage. Frazier required stitches and medical exams to check for head injuries while Foreman extended his knockout streak to 38 and 35 by knockouts.
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Indiana Hoosiers roar to 40 Big Ten win over Michigan State
Indiana led by Steve Downing 22 points and Steve Green 18 defeated Michigan State 97 89 in East Lansing. Michigan State’s Mike Robinson topped scoring with 30 points as top ten teams Maryland Southwestern Louisiana Alabama Jacksonville posted other wins in this recap.
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West All Stars Lose Jabbar Barry Start But Favored
The 23rd NBA All Star game in Chicago sees Kareem Abdul Jabar and Rick Barry out of the West lineup due to personal and injury reasons. Connie Hawkins and Bob Love replace them, while Sidney Wicks moves up for Barry. The West aims for a third straight win as the East lineup remains unchanged.
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Lompoc Valley Girls AAU tryouts begin tomorrow
Tryouts for the Lompoc Valley Girls AAU Track Club run daily 4:15 to 5:15 at Lompoc Junior High track through February 3. Open to girls nine and older. bring sneakers. Club aims for top competition on District State and National levels with strong past national rankings.
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Lompoc Braves Seek 4-0 NL Start Against Arroyo Grande Eagles
Lompoc (3-0) hosts Arroyo Grande (0-3) as the Northern League leader aims for a 4-0 league mark in a 7:30 p.m. game. Cabrillo visits Righetti, while Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo battle to stay close to the top. Eagles rely on modest scoring but added depth with Rivera’s recent double figures.
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Rams owner to pick head coach this week as Prothro's job fades
Los Angeles Rams owner Carroll Rosenbloom said a decision on the head coach will come this week with Tommy Prothro's position weakened. He noted Prothro may seek pay if fired mid contract. Don McCafferty is a top candidate, but Rosenbloom will decide independently. Also listed are Village Hills Little League registration dates and requirements.
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