Ticket Sale Opens for PCC Title Series Here Wednesday
Ticket sales for the Pacific Coast Conference championship series between USC Trojans and Oregon State Beavers open Wednesday at noon. Proctor’s in Long Beach and the USC Student Union ticket office will handle sales, with about 1900 general public seats of 3200 total capacity. Prices are 2.50 per game. Coach Forrest Twogood’s Trojans and Slats Gill’s Beavers vie in a best two of three series opening Friday night at 8:30.
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USC Beats UCLA In Dramatic PAC-8 Tilt For Southern Title
The story praises USC players Roy Irvin and Ralph Pausin for key shooting and defense that toppled UCLA in a climactic weekend, earning the Trojans the Southern Division crown. Coach Twogood credits the team’s poise and belief, with Johnny Wooden praising USC’s defense and Irvin as player of the week.
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Injured Williams vows to play opener for Red Sox
Sarasota report says Ted Williams, sidelined by a fractured left collarbone, remains optimistic he will play opening day. Dr. Sullivan notes a three week cast with six weeks before bat work. Boston opens at Philadelphia on April 13. Williams recalls past comebacks and insists he will fool the doctors again.
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Bratton Pep Drop in Rankings No. 1 Contender
Ex champion Ezard Charles regains top position among heavyweights in Ring Magazine ratings. Johnny Bratton and Willie Pep slide down the welterweight and featherweight lists after mixed recent showings. Charles now faces Rocky Marciano for the title June 17, while Nino Valdes rises to No. 2 behind Charles in heavyweights.
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Flores Clinches Comeback Decision In SF Ring
San Francisco lightweight Jesse Flores returns after a nearly two year layoff and secures a ten round decision over Tommy Manuels of the Philippines. Flores was floored by a five count in the first round but rallied to win a close, action packed bout that drew standing ovations.
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Sports Calendar Report Reflects Local Matchups
The calendar lists upcoming games including Maseballe-LBCG at SC Spans and New at Excelsior Orange, with matches at Belawer Beach, Poly Newport Harbor, and Dowoay Lakewood. It notes schedules, venues like Hui Regiatton Park, and mentions participants such as Glenda, Daniels, and Holive in a local athletic listing.
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Troy Grid Wheels Pleased Hill Gets New 3-Year Pact
Trojan grid coach Jess Hill received a three year contract extension through the 1956 season in an approved move by President Fred D. Fagg Jr. and the athletic board. Hill started coaching in 1951 finishing 7 4 that year and led USC to a PCC title and a Rose Bowl victory the following season.
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Wildcats complete perfect season with 68 43 win over Alabama
Kentucky completed a perfect regular season at 24-0 after a 68-43 rout of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, clinching at least a share of the SEC title. LSU also won to stay unbeaten in the league, needing a win over Tulane to finish. Kansas and Illinois won to keep Big Seven and Big Ten hopes alive, with Indiana set for a possible three way tie if upset by Illinois or other results.
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Colorado
Iowa
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Kentucky Crown Maintained In AP and UP College Polls
Kentucky remains atop major rankings after last week’s shift as Duquesne fell from the list and Oregon State, Southern California, and UCLA tied for 20th on the UP poll. Seattle U cracked AP top ten to lead West teams. others listed with scores and records include Indiana, Duke, Wichita, Holy Cross, Dayton, Kansas, Iowa, Maryland, NC State, Connecticut, and Louisville among multiple receiving votes.
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O Neill cracks whip as Phillies set strict camp rules
Phillies manager Steve O Neill announced a tougher training regime with strict rules. Players face curfews and possible two a day workouts as the club shutters cards and late-night leisure. Grimy payroll details bound season planning amid talks in Lakeland Florida and rising discipline across camp.
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Lion Ace Tops in Pass Thefts
Philadelphia report states Lions defender Jack Christiansen led the NFL in interceptions in 1953 with 12 picks for 238 return yards. His 92 yard TD return capped a standout season, as he also led punt returns with a 217 yard average and edged Ray Ramsey of the Cardinals by one yard.
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Sears Rates Cage Laurels in Northern California All Star
Ken ny Sears of Santa Clara was a poor unanimous choice for top man on the mythical All Northern California collegiate basketball team. Center Russ Lewler of Stanford earned first team honors along with Carroll Williams of San Jose State, Bill Russell of San Francisco, and Bob Matheny of California. Second team selections included Bob McKeen and George Selleck among others.
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St. Mary's
Poly Netters Fall to Santa Monica 7 2 on Samohi Courts
San Monica CIF champion squad toppled Poly High 7-2 as the warmup season tilted to 3-3. Matches included singles wins for Goodwin and Davis and doubles by Heldman Exickaes, Friedman Size, and others in a readied showdown on the Samohi courts.
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Bradshaw Loses Tight Fight in Long Beach Tourney
Victor Bill Gerard drops a 50 46 decision to methodical Orin Bradshaw in 79 innings at the Paramount Parlor Monday, part of the Long Beach Billiards Tournament.
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Mulloy Prevails to Defend Miami Tennis Crown
Gardner Mulloy, aged forty, wins the Miami Invitation Tournament final 6-2 5-7 6-4 over Art Larsen to defend his title. The Miami lawyer, seeded third, also pairs with Larsen to capture the doubles crown 3-6 6-1 6-2 against Buddy and David Harum of Miami.
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Angel Drill Attracts 20 Players In Spring Training
Fullerton reports 20 players for Stan Hack as pitchers Hy Cochet Randy Gumpert Alan Jnde Sheldon Jones Tom Simpson Bob Spicer and Joe Stanka join drills. Eddie Chandler absent due to unsigned contract. Photographers record lineup. Hack cautions early selection is premature. Monterey Seals open workouts under hot sun with Al Lyons set to pitch if salary cut restored. Portland Beavers begin three hour session with 13 players and two early arrivals. Ontario Padres under Lefty O Doul run three hour session with 11 regulars including Thomason Kerrigan Nicolosi Erantt Mathis Faber Van Eman Murray Merson Smith Eliott.
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Jackson Beats Henry In 10 Rounds In Brooklyn Heavyweight Card
Unranked heavyweight Tommy Hurricane Jackson, a 22 year old from Rockaway N Y, defeated eighth ranked Clarence Henry by unanimous decision over 10 rounds in Brooklyn. Matchmaker Teddy Brenner plans a matchup with Nino Valdes Dan Bucceroni or Jimmy Slade for Jackson.
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Jordan Net Squad Triumphs Over Colonists in Anaheim
Jordan High School traveled to Anaheim and defeated the Colonial netmen 72 to secure their third straight victory. Strong Panthers offense and relentless defense propelled the win as hometown opponents yielded to the visitors.
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