Clay returns with TKO over Quarry in three rounds
Cassius Clay dominates Jerry Quarry in a 3 round bout in Atlanta, a 139 fight career with a sharp jab and footwork but some timing issues. A single right hand opened a deep cut over Quarry’s eye as he struggled to continue. Clay predicts an easier fight with Joe Frazier, while Frazier awaits title defense against Bob Foster in Detroit on Nov. 18.
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Gordons Gambol Spoils Jones Plan At La Playa Stadium
Cecil Gordon rushed for 245 yards and three touchdowns as the Conquistadores overwhelmed San Marcos 42 21 at La Playa Stadium. Jones noted Gordon’s big first half and praised his team’s poise and defense while Sanchez River?
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Quarry Fight Ended After Cut Halts Clay Comeback
Jerry Quarry later said it should have been stopped as Cassius Clay returned after a three year layoff and won by third round technical knockout. The bout ended when a deep cut opened over Quarry's left eye, prompting trainer Teddy Bentham to signal the halt and sparking Quarry's protest in the ring.
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Lompoc Braves Stumble Through Close Win Over Dos Pueblos
Lompoc Braves defeat Dos Pueblos 14 6 in a hard fought game marked by four Bulldog interceptions and a fumbled snap. Coach Spruill and Charger coach Schaack praised effort while noting missed chances and turnover trouble.
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Joe York
York
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Jim Beard
Ron Rohde
Sal Solorio
Vikings Hold Off Rams In Rain Drenched Shutout Bid
Minnesota defeats Los Angeles 13-3 as Bud Grant and George Allen praise key goal line stand at end of first half. Kermit Alexander return and Lindsey tackle set stage for the 10-0 halftime lead amid a soggy field and multiple fumbles. Gary Cuozzo connects with Bill Brown for a 17 yard score. David Ray and Cox extend field goal streak with respective 23 and 25 yard kicks.
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Frazier-Cassius Clay Bout Hoped For February Clash
Joe Frazier's manager Yank Durham says a heavyweight title bout with Cassius Clay could be arranged for next February. Frazier trains for an upcoming defense against Bob Foster on November 18 as Clay scores a three round TKO over Jerry Quarry.
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Bob Foster
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Former California heavyweight champ Roger Rischer shot in Oakland
Roger Rischer, 37, former California heavyweight champion, remained in critical condition after early morning gunfire at the California Hotel in Oakland. He suffered a head wound and four back wounds and was taken to Highland Hospital for surgery. Police sought a hotel resident as a suspect after witnesses reported a loud argument and gunshots.
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Gabelich aims to hold land and water speed records
Gary Gabelich announces plans to build a hydrofoil boat to top 285 mph water speed. He already set the land speed record at 622.407 mph with the Blue Flame and hopes for sponsorship to reach 300 to 350 mph on water. Craig Breedlove attends and congratulates him.
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Coaches praise Ducks Indians in rain soaked clash
USC coach John McKay lauds his team as better but poorly played after a loss to Oregon in heavy rain on a slick field. He praised Lou Harris and faulted the surface, while UCLA coach Tom Prothro lauded defensive effort versus Stanford and noted Plunkett’s accuracy concerns. Billy Casper leads golf money list with $144,641.
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Pittsburgh and Dartmouth Tie for Lambert Trophy Lead
Pittsburgh and Dartmouth shared first place in this week’s Lambert Trophy balloting, awarded to the top major college football team in the East. The World Cup Alpine ski season runs December to March with divisions in Europe and North America facing Monday’s challenge by the International Ski Federation.
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