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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1956
Page
6
Melbourne hosts narrate a controversial closing as Rome hosts future games. The 1956 Games featured wrangles and protests, with Hungary battling Russia in water polo and the United States decrying judging moves. Baron Brundage urged youth from 21 nations to Rome in four years.
The column discusses two platoon football gaining traction in major colleges with Crisler supporting more substitutions while Split T faces doubt. It notes UCLA's PCC relief push, potential athletic director changes, and stars like Larsen reflecting on fame after the World Series.
Melbourne closed games featured Pleven, Fenn and others setting world marks across swimming, weightlifting, track and field. Notable performances included Bogianirski of Russia lifting 825.78 pounds, Betty Cuthbert's sprinting, and Delaney's Irish relay attempts.
In Melbourne 1956 Olympic soccer, Russia and Yugoslavia produce a rough, charged game amid jeers and penalties. Boris Radedic and Nikola Radingic feature as Russia suffers a 1-0 setback amid chaotic officiating and a strained medal ceremony atmosphere.
The report summarizes sports on radio and television including key broadcasts for the Derby and other events. It notes match times and channels such as GSTS KANT, with details on commentators and regional listings for today’s sports slate.
The Wyoming Cowboys lost to Southern California Trojans 72 to 71 in the season opener at Pan. Beithardt led Wyoming with 26 points while Gonzales and Rogers each scored 16 for USC. The decisive moment came as Gonzales sank an underhand shot with 80 seconds left.
New York light heavyweight Tory Anthony defeated Gordon Wallace at Madison Square Garden in the first round, claiming a controversial short count and demanding a rematch. Wallace, ranked No. 7, protested the referee's count while insisting he was ready to continue.
The Raxtur-tonsued schedule lists multiple games at Wreaffine-Valley arena and surrounding venues. Highlights include Wynming and Masketbat events with Beis al Layildy. final scores noted include 90 points for an A2 match, plus matchups at Lincoln, AMMOTH, and Derby-Cartena Stadium.
Jose Luis Cotero is slated as the favorite for a scheduled 10 round bout against Davey Gallardo at Hollywood Lion Stadium. Both Mexicans seek the California 126 pound title. Gallardo, a former state lightweight champ, has had limited activity lately. Cotero lists 29 wins with three draws and a string of fast fights.
Annales Braves overwhelmed Brooklyn Ret with an 80 to 23 victory as Reaves Dent scored early and led the offense in a brisk Olympic Auditorium affair.
The United States faced a challenging event as Russia dominated the Games with strong wrestling and gymnastics showing. Soviet athletes led in track and field and cycling while US teams struggled, prompting Brundage to hint at potential gymnastics rule changes to address scoring and event distribution.
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