Indiana and Marquette ready for West regional showdown
Indiana 29-0 earned a narrow 74-69 win over Alabama to set up a Saturday clash with Marquette in the West regional final. Marquette, led by guard duo Butch Lee and Lloyd Walton, advanced 62-57 past Western Michigan as UCLA and Rutgers also moved forward. Arizona upset Nevada Las Vegas 114-109 in overtime to reach the West final, while Arizona’s Richard Washington led the Bruins to a 70-61 win over Pepperdine.
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Former Dolphins stars freed as free agents in WFL case
Former Dolphins backs Csonka Warfield and Kiick are released from obligations to the Memphis Southmen after owner John Bassett says they may negotiate with any team. The move ends their 1974 3.7 million package, making them free agents.
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Widow wins Jersey Jackpot. plans Florida convalescence
Mrs Victoria Kondrukewich 82 of Bayonne wins 250000 in the Jersey Jackpot drawn at Oradell Fire House though unable to attend because of pleurisy. The widow says she will use winnings to recover in Florida.
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Defense rests in Kapp damages trial after deposition
In San Francisco UPI reports the defense closed its case in the Joe Kapp damages trial in federal court. Attorneys rested Thursday following a deposition from Jim Catfish Hunter’s lawyer and live testimony from NBA Players Association head Larry.
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Arizona Wins West Regional Thriller Over Nevada Las Vegas
Arizona coach Fred Snowden lauded guard Jim Rappis for inspiring a 114-109 overtime upset of Nevada Las Vegas at Pauley Pavilion. Rappis scored 24 points despite a bruised heel after an October disc surgery, as guards Herm Harris and Gilbert Myles and center Bob Elliott iced the game with clutch free throws. UCLA and Pepperdine later faced off as Arizona advanced to the regional final against UCLA.
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Valley spikers open with wins in Northern League meet
The Lompoc Braves defeated the San Luis Obispo Tigers 81 2 to 54 2 in the Northern League opener at Lom poc. Coach Bob Caouette praised the effort, noting wins across 11 of 16 events including a long jump sweep and a strong showing from Howard Wallace and Tony Guest.
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Jogging Can Kill You The Magazine Doctor Says It’s Crap
A reader mocks a Playboy article claiming jogging harms the body. He cites doctors and real runners to argue jogging is not dangerous and questions insurance for injuries. He interviews Dr Jean Michels who dismisses the piece as nonsense.
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Connors Storms Back To Reach Semifinals In California
Jimmy Connors fell behind four games but steadied to beat Ray Ruff in straight sets 7 5 6 2 at the La Costa Racquet Club. He advances to face Roscoe Tanner, who outlasted amateur Peter Fleming in a marathon to reach the other semifinal.
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Barbecue fundraiser by Lompoc Babe Ruth League
The SATURDAY barbecue by the Barbecue-Lompoc Babe Ruth Baseball League runs at the Lompoc Shopping Center from 11 am to 6 pm with plates at 2.50. Track events at Newbury Park Relays start at 9 am in Lompoc.
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