Braves face must win showdown with San Luis Obispo Tigers
Lompoc Braves visit San Luis Obispo in a must win CIF 3-A league clash after a rough quarter last Friday. Coach Jim Spruill warns a loss ends league hopes while projecting a tougher Tigers defense, with key lineup changes and a focus on Len Harris and Marc Thomas Roth from the Tigers.
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Bob Boyer
Conq
IOC warns politics must end in Olympics
The IOC says sport must remain free of political use and urges nations to stop turning events into political forums. In a communique from a Commission of IOC, international federations and national Olympic committees, it cites incidents including athletes from China and Pakistan not facing Israelis at the Tehran Asian Games and urges international sports bodies to act.
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International Sports Federation
Packers press Hadl to report or deal ends
Green Bay coach Dan Devine warned quarterback John Hadl to report to training camp or the Rams trade deal is off. Hadl, who was acquired for five draft picks, balked amid arm questions and business concerns, while Rams coach Chuck Knox defended Hadl and noted no arm issue. Hadl may retire if unsettled about cash terms.
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Paralyzed Bearcat asks for a win for Cho
Willamette football coach Tommy Lee received a request from freshman guard Mike Cho from Kailua Hawaii before his surgery for a paralyzing spinal injury. Cho asked the Bearcats to beat Pacific Lutheran in Tacoma and win the Northwest Conference lead in a 4 1 overall record with his brother Joe on the squad.
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Coach dismisses half his team for rule violations
Lewis and Clark College football coach Fred Wilson cut 26 of 45 players, leaving 19 for four remaining games with Linfield, College of Idaho, Whiworth, and Willamette. He cited violations of agreed rules and said no suspensions were involved.
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A’s Acquire Billy Williams and Pat Bourque in Two Trades
The World Champion Oakland A’s added premier hitter Billy Williams from the Cubs and first baseman Pat Bourque from the Twins. Williams, 36, will be used mainly as designated hitter after Oakland sent two relievers and Manny Trillo to Chicago. Bourque came via trade with Tucson farm club players Darnell Ford and Dennis Meyers.
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Water Polo at Cabrillo Opens Friday Evening Schedule
Water polo features Lompoc at Cabrillo at 7 p.m. Friday while football pits Santa Maria against Cabrillo at Huyck Stadium. Lompoc visits San Luis Obispo for a second game.
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Cabrillo Fans Rally For Hawaii Trip At Stadium Barbecue
American Legion Post 125 hosts a 4 to 8 p.m. stadium barbecue at Huyck Stadium to raise funds for Cabrillo basketball’s Hawaii Christmas trip. Tri tips on French loaf sell for 1 dollar adults 75 cents for students and children. Ike Simmons is chef. No game ticket required to eat. Hawaii vacation winner announced at halftime.
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Foreman Ali pre bout workouts spark doubts and confidence
In Zaire George Foreman and Muhammad Ali train intensely as Angelo Dundee and Dick Sadler assess strategies. Foreman promises a knockout while Dundee predicts Ali will use footwork and speed to avoid heavy blows. Both sides claim readiness, leaving one outcome to play out next week.
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Swenson Sparks NL With Two TDs and 140 Receiving Yards
Marc Swenson leads the NL with 12 points on two touchdowns after 6 receptions for 140 yards. David Cates adds 3 receptions for 36 yards while six other players each notch two receptions.
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Equipment flaws blamed for high school football injuries
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports nonprofessional football gear may not protect players, citing a North Carolina study showing nearly a quarter of injuries from impacts with helmets pads or shoes. It urges safer designs, softer exterior padding, and favors soccer shoes to reduce injuries.
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