Gene Littler Excels As Amateur Shifts To Pro Ambitions
Gene Littler, San Diego's 1953 Amateur Champion, has drawn praise from UCLA coach Vic Kelley after a 14 under, 274 victory at the Convair-San Diego Open at Rancho Santa Fe. Kelley lauded Littler's concentration, precise swing, and composure despite sinus trouble, future plans, and top competition pressures.
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Chisox Yankee feud flares as Lane belts Stengel
Frank Lane of the White Sox blasts Casey Stengel accusing him of meddling with Chicago’s affairs after Stengel called him out over Yankee luck remarks. Lane praises the Yankees’ Five-year record but predicts tougher competition and outlines White Sox plans with new signings and players.
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Pro Gridders urged to be gentlemen in time of need
Philadelphia AP reports NFL owners and executives, following the NCAA, urged players to stop faking injuries late in halves to waste clock. Commissioner Bert Bell proposed a 15 second clock runoff in late moments when tied or trailing. Owners voted to remind players of the gentlemen's agreement against faking injuries in the final two minutes.
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New Coach Plans Split-T for Gophers
Starkville Mississippi reports that Murray Warmath new Minnesota coach plans to install the split-T offense and bring his fun fundamentals to the Gophers. He travels to Minneapolis to meet players and officials, says he knows little of Minnesota material and will convene players early next week.
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St. Michael’s player scores wrong basket to stun St. Agnes
Flint Michigan high school game ends with Pat Arsenault entering late and misjudging a rebound. He shoots into the wrong basket as time runs out, turning a likely St. Agnes win into a 45 to 44 loss and snapping the nine game streak.
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Wheels Nip Kansas Foe In Coast-To-Coast Barnstorm
The Flying Wheels from Long Beach Veterans Hospital beat the Rolling Pioneers of Kansas City 40 to 34 in a late Friday game. Jack Chase led with 13 points, Wally Frost added 12, and the Wheels prepared for a Champaign Illinois matchup against the Illinois Gizz Kids after the win.
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Stengel cites Renna as surprise big man in A's deal
Casey Stengel says he opposed including Outflower Bill Kenna in the winter Yankees-Athletics trade and points to Renna as a potential threat who can hit a curveball and disrupt the season. Other players named as major figures include Harry Byrd and Vic Power. The article also notes glowing assessments of Renna as a top ballplayer and person.
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Casey Stengel
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Harry Byrd
Vic Power
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Fred Apostoli
George Halas
Dante Lavelli
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Bob Perry
Los Angeles
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Vikes Seek Tie In Border Battle Tonight
Long Beach City College men surge past Santa Monica 82 to 60, moving to a 3-1 conference record and within reach of a Metropolitan Conference tie. Jerry Mitchell led scoring with 10 points while Lanier claimed the top conference pace with 17.3.
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Johnson Fails to Impress in Split Nod to Slade
In a 10 round New York arena bout Harold Johnson edged Shummy Slade by split decision. Slade pressured the Philadelphia contender who failed to land cleaner punches and coolly weighed 178 1/4 pounds. Johnson acknowledged Slade’s resilience but doubted Moore would be wary.
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Waves Battle COP in Bruin Gym Narrow Win
UCLA rallied from three three point deficits to defeat College of the Pacific 66 to 58 in the Bruin gym. Willy Naulls and Al Mangin led COP with 17 points each as COP trailed 28 to 25 at halftime. Pepperdine, led by Corny Barnes, prepares to face UCLA next.
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Gene Littler Gets Major Financial Backing for Tour Start
Palm Springs based report notes Gene Littler, 23, a top golfing prospect, receives ample financial backing from Johnny Dawson and partners. The Thunderbird Club will fund first class travel on the tour to ease early career worries, possibly even sending him to the British Open. Dawson recalls his own early struggles and highlights future potential.
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Sick Hungry Lead Thunder Bird Invitational Round Three
Palm Springs UK reports the third round of the Thunder Bird Invitational golf tournament led by E. J. Harrison and Bo Winninger both at 131 after 36 holes. Harrison battled a painful back and flirted with withdrawal yet kept pace with four birdies to post 131. Winninger, who qualified as a late money winner, carded a strong 61 then 70. Two strokes behind sit Fret Haas Chandler Harper and Kim Ferrier, with a crowded field including Hogan Littler Mangrum and Palmer among others in the mix.
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Upset Spoils Vandal Hopes In College Hoops
Idaho hopes for a Pacific Coast Conference North title faded after a 71-61 loss to Washington State. Oregon State and Oregon won their games, tying for first with Grenon, while Idaho and Washington State each held 4-4 and 24- record, with Washington at 1-3.
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Major Stars Add Lemon for Tilt With Minors
Long Beach's Lemon, a Jack Cleveland hurler, Hank Sauer and Ben Wade join major league stars in the annual Major-Minor medical fund benefit game for the Southern California Baseball Association set for next Sunday February 7 at Wrigley Field. Other already-listed participants include Gus Zernial Vern Stephens Irv Noren Rocky Bridges Johnny Lindell George Metkovich Del Crandall Roy Smalley Peanuts Lowrey and Dee Fondy.
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Vaughn Faces Hernandez in Legion Tonight Title Bout
Vaughn seeks California middleweight title at Hollywood Legion Stadium in a 10 round main event against Chebo Hernandez. Hernandez proclaims Mexican middleweight champ and the two previously fought to a draw last October. Vaughn edged Green in a prior win, shaping this bout.
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National Stock Car Season Opens Sunday at Carrell
The AAA national championship stock car season starts Sunday at Carrell Speedway with a 100 mile race expected to draw about 11 000 fans. Defending champion Frank Mundy of Atlanta leads a field including Troy Rultman, Marshall Teague, Chuck Stevenson, Sam Hanks, Lou Figaro, George Amick, and several others driving Hudsons, Fords, and Dodges.
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Boryla Faces Knife For Knicks With Thumb Injury
New York forward Vince Boryla of the Knickerbockers will miss three weeks after sustaining a right thumb tendon injury. He is set for Wednesday surgery to repair the damage and return to action.
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Cockell Favored to Retain British Title in Johannesburg
In Johannesburg, Don Cockell the British Empire heavyweight champion was a 5 to 1 favorite to defend his title tonight against South African champion Johnny Arthur.
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Patterson Maxim bout bid sparks Brooklyn offer
Promoter Emil Lance has offered light heavyweight Joe Maxim $10,000 to meet Floyd Patterson in Brooklyn. Manager Jack Kearns wants time to consider the proposal.
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Sports Calendar Waereet Update for Virginia Bowl Week
Calendar notes women’s slate in Virginia Bowl events and basketball matchups. J R Slaw faces Whiter at Armory while UCLA plays Pepperding, CLAS RiCOP hosts Loyola, Pan-Pacific sets boxing cards, and Hollywood Teklon headlines at oily arena. Includes venue names and times.
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