San Francisco Stuns UCLA Rebels in Western Regional Semifinal
San Francisco upended third-ranked Long Beach State 77 67 to reach the UCLA showdown. Ed Ratleff battled a finger injury while Phil Smith led San Francisco’s defense as UCLA stretched its 72nd straight win. Other regional results included Providence over Penn 87 65 and Maryland over Syracuse 91 75.
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Cabrillo Swamps San Luis Obispo In Track Opener
Cabrillo's young track squad dominates San Luis Obispo 82 to 36 in the Northern League opener. Clearest highlights include Roland Soloman winning both 120 high hurdles and 180 low hurdles, Hutchison posting 10.3 in the 100, and Stumbaugh leading Cabrillo in multiple events as the Hillmen aim for a strong season.
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Saints top Lompoc in league opener 63-55
Santa Maria Saints edged Lompoc Braves 63 to 55 in the Northern League opener. Alvin Gilmore and Terry Williams led Lompoc with multiple wins while Santa Maria took three field events and swept the 100 and 200. The Braves face Righetti next Thursday to even their league record.
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U S trackmen face Russians amid AAU NCAA rift in Richmond
The United States and Russia meet in the second annual indoor track and field duel in Richmond amid an AAU NCAA dispute. Seven Americans withdrew due to pressure or injuries, including pole vaulter Steve Smith and long jumper Randy Williams, as the sport navigates potential legal action and uncertain participation.
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Walton wins Naismith Trophy second time for UCLA
UCLA center Bill Walton earns his second UPI Player of the Year award as Walton receives 175 of 195 votes. Coach John Wooden questions 20 nonunanimous ballots while Walton is praised for defense and rebounding as the Naismith Trophy presentation is set for Atlanta on April 1.
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Warriors Rout Rockets to Boost Playoff Push
Golden State defeated Houston 141-125 in Oakland as the Warriors, who had clinched a playoff berth, posted a season high shooting percentage. Jeff Mullins scored 26 and Rick Barry 25 with 13 assists as the team surged on fast breaks. Rudy Janovich led the Rockets with 37 points while Mike Newlin added 28.
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ABA NBA merger faces hurdle as Bayh pushes bill
Senator Birch Bayh introduced a measure to permit the merger of the ABA and NBA and protect players with a common draft and flexible contracts. The bill would bar a reduction in team numbers as a condition for antitrust exemption and restrict telecasts on prime talent nights. It also delays the common draft until after May 1 to avoid tampering.
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Tarkanian may quit LB for UNLV job
Jerry Tarkanian, coach of Cal State Long Beach 49ers, weighs UNLV's head coaching offer after a regional loss. A decision could come next week. UNLV reportedly offers $45,000 salary, house, two cars, and extra revenue from media and camps.
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Local Sports Sked Highlights Busy Day Across Several Schools
Tonight Cabrillo faces Lompoc in baseball at 3:15 p.m. Arroyo Grande hosts Cabrillo in tennis while Lompoc plays Righetti. Cabrillo and San Luis host golf rounds. Righetti at Lompoc. Tomorrow Cabrillo competes at the Gold Coast Relays with UCSB listed. Lompoc travels to Dos Pueblos at 9 a.m. and a 10:30 a.m. tourney makeup is noted.
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