Giants kicker forgets helmet during big score needs it
Ben Agajanian sprinted to the sideline to fetch his helmet after a Giants conversion attempt against the Eagles, prompting cheers from 40,000 fans as the crowd recalls the night’s unlikely helmet scramble and the player’s long pro career.
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Buckeye Star Hailed for Overhead Shot
Ohio State guard, famed for an overhead two handed flip shot, shines against California scoring 23 and 34 in two games. Coach Pete Newell calls him the greatest single artist on the floor, praising his speed, accuracy, and diverse range of angles from under the basket to 35 feet out.
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North-South Shrine Bowl sparks for rushing edge
Miami based South team led by Garrigus aims to outpace the Wisconsin North squad. Custafson and Namson emphasize ground game as 40,000 fans expect a cold kickoff with no TV or radio coverage. South favored by seven, Garrigus, Bielsk, Leake, and Parker head the backfield in a Split T and belly mix.
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Buckeye Cassady Hurt But Cleared To Play Rose Bowl
CASADY with a hairline rib crack viewed as non troublesome by Ohio State team doctors after Friday scrimmage at East Los Angeles Junior College. Arnett of Southern California tweaked an ankle but expected to play in the January 1 Rose Bowl. Both camps report limited contact as Jess Hill’s Trojans prep in Los Angeles while Woody Hayes tightens final drills at Huntington-Sheraton ahead of the big game.
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Orange Net Test Opens at Orange Bowl Junior Championship
In Miami Beach Florida the eighth annual Orange Bowl junior tennis championship began with opening matches. Top seed Ray Senkowski faced Robert Rosenhaus in the 12 and under division while John Neel Grinda met Ed Bennett. National boys’ champion Alan Roberts and Earl Bucholz had first round byes.
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Andrade Plans Title Challenge After New Orleans Bout
Lightweight contender Cisco Andrade said he will formally challenge Jimmy Carter for the title if he defeats Ralph Dupas in their New Year’s night fight in New Orleans. Andrade and his manager Ralph Gambina prepared to depart Los Angeles for the trip.
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Mississippi Rebels Drill For Sugar Bowl Warmup
Mississippi coach Johnny Vaught orders 12 B squad players to report in Biloxi for four afternoon practices with the varsity as the team prepares for the Sugar Bowl against Navy. The 36 man squad then travels to New Orleans on December 31 for final pre game drills. East Shrine game players prep in San Jose for New Year’s clash with the West, with workouts and a Christmas dinner planned tonight.
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Giardello Suspension Set Aside by Court
In Harrisburg a court Friday set aside the suspension of middleweight boxer Joe Giardello after an agreement between his lawyer and the state athletic commission. The Dauphin County court sent the case to the commission for a hearing and Giardello had been suspended on November 29 for actions detrimental to the sport. He argued the suspension deprived him of earning a living across much of the United States.
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Officer Driver Delivers Baby on Christmas Day
Milwaukee Braves star Burdette and wife Mary welcomed a six pound 15 ounce baby girl born at 7:45 am en route to the hospital. Police patrolman Clarence Long delivered in the ambulance with assist from Harry Stobdba. Burdette called it a fine Christmas present with no complications.
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Graham Aims For Last-Minute Browns Victory
Cleveland’s Otto Graham, aging star passer, faces Detroit’s Lions at Municipal Stadium in the NFL title game hopes. The Lions seek a third straight championship after beating the Browns in past title games. Graham’s late-career remarks and subpar playoff showings loom as Cleveland fields Ratterman and possibly Parilli as potential successors. Detroit finished 9-2-1, while Cleveland started 0-2-1 before an eight-game win streak.
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Robertson on U S Figure Skate Team Headed to Vienna
A 20 member U S figure skating squad was named for the 1955 world meet in Vienna February 14 to 28. Four men and four women will compete in the singles, with three couples in pairs and dance. Men include Jenkins and his brother David W Jenkins and Ronnie Robertson from California. women include Albright, Heiss, Birth, and Machado. The dance trio is led by Mill and Mrs Edward Beel with Forney and Zamboni and Roland Sons among others.
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Knicks and Syracuse clash as division lead on line
The Knicks host Syracuse Nationals tonight after Christmas, aiming to overtake the Eastern Division leader. Fort Wayne holds a six game Western edge, visiting Rochester, while Philadelphia faces Minneapolis and Boston meets Milwaukee in other NBA matchups.
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Cal Cagers Face Bumps in Big Seven Tourney
California coach Pete Newell warned his 7-1 Bears will face bumps in the Big Seven tournament en route to Kansas City. He noted the team’s growth, improving defense, and elementary mistakes being fixed after a strong 113- opponent-era showing against Ohio State. The Bears expect a tough league and acknowledge Colorado’s familiarity if they meet again.
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NFL Owners to Meet in New York January 10
The National Football League owners will hold their annual meeting at the Warwick Motel in New York City starting January 10, as announced Friday.
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Kidney Ailment Claims Korcheck Career Dream Dies
Pittsburgh veteran hospital reports the death of Mike Korcheck, a Pennsylvania infielder, from a kidney ailment. He aspired to be the regular shortstop for the Brooklyn Dodgers, had risen via Fort Worth and Montreal farm assignments, and spoke of playing in the International League next spring before his death. His father recalled his son’s resignation in the final hours.
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