Ali Wins Despite Struggle Says Young Escaped Defense
In the wake of Friday’s bout, Muhammad Ali is defended by his circle who call the win amateurish yet secure. Manager Angelo Dundee notes Ali’s poor conditioning and social distraction but vows stricter training ahead of the Munich rematch with Richard Dunn.
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Jones wins triple and high jump at Lompoc meet
A dramatic finish and prayer mark Jones as he wins the triple jump and also takes the high jump title at the league qualifying meet hosted by Lompoc for CIF on Saturday.
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Tigers rebound in tight softball loss to Braves
In a 2-1 game San Luis Obispo edges Lompoc for a second time this season after Lompoc had beaten them 30-0 earlier. Tigers pitcher Mary Villalobos returned from a hand injury and the Tigers capitalized on a bases loaded double in the first.
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Ernie Nevers Remembered As Greatest Football Player
Ernie Nevers, 72, praised by Pop Warner as the greatest football player of all time, died of a heart condition in California. He starred for Stanford and the Chicago Cardinals, scoring 40 points in a 1929 game against the Bears and earning Hall of Fame status. His legacy includes tenacious play, early all American honors, and a lifelong role in football promotions.
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Guthrie Cleared for Indy 500 Rookie Test at Speedway
Janet Guthrie, veteran sports car racer from New York, received approval to take her rookie test for the Indianapolis 500. Officials said she must pass the test after competing in the Trenton race, with practice to begin as the track opens Saturday, marking an historic moment for the event and for women in the sport.
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Patriots tackle Shelly Jordan jailed for cocaine sale
Shelby Jordan of the New England Patriots received a two year prison term under the Youth Correctional Act after pleading guilty to selling cocaine to a federal agent near his Providence apartment. He cited in court that the act was a bad mistake done as a favor and not for money.
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Foster Returns to Ring After Long Layoff for 175-Pound Title
Former world light heavyweight champion Bob Foster, 37, announces retirement from policing to pursue boxing again. He plans a comeback bout in Missoula against Al Bolden, with John Conteh and Victor Galindez as other 175-pound contenders. The telecast airs nationwide at 11:30 p.m. EDT on the Sportspecial of the Month series.
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Buffalo Braves fire Jack Ramsay coach amid franchise shakeup
Buffalo owner Paul L. Snyder announced that Jack Ramsay would not be rehired as coach for the 1976-77 season after a brief meeting. Ramsay had a 158-170 record in four seasons with the Braves and cited the owner's statement that a change would be in the best interests of the franchise.
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Track Finals at Lompoc in Northern League for Girls
Wednesday schedule features the Northern League girls track finals at Lompoc starting 2 p.m. Also swimming by Santa Ynez at Lompoc 3 15 p.m. and adult basketball free play closed tonight reopening next Wednesday at Lompoc Junior High 7 to 10 p.m.
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