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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 13, 1956

Page

13

Bench Jockeying Fading Art But Not Robinson Martin

New York bench jockeying is fading in the major leagues yet Jackie Robinson and Marty Martin keep the chatter lively. The article notes Durocher’s exit reshapes insults, cites a long line of rededicated quipsters, and recalls Ken Dykes and Ty Cobb among famous hecklers, while highlighting enduring rivalries and taunts in the dugout.

Robinson Martin New York Jackie Robinson Bily Martin Leo Durocher Jimmy Dykes Mickey McDermott Charley Grimm Jake Pitter Casey Stengel Nelson Fox Durocher al Rosen Carl Furilio Frankie C.eddie Stanky Freddie Simmons Boba Newsom Letty Gomez Mule Hauser

Dons as UCLA loom in Far West NCAA Regional showdown

In Corvallis Oregon USF Dons challenge UCLA ending the Bruins 17 game streak as Pac Coast coaches debate who has the edge. Wooden’s Bruins seek stability while USF relies on rebounding and inside play. A writers poll favors USF 27 to 7 with NCAA action looming.

University of San Francisco Dons UCLA Corvallis Ore Skein Anne Tuudi Forrest Twogood Bruins Trojan USF Dons Weeden Trojans Duck Dowell Pepperdine Sax Hliet Los Angeles State Billy Donovan Loyola Scotty McDonald Bruin Johnny Wooden Dowell New York Yankees Yankees Elliot Willie Naulls Maurice Taft Bill Russell Gene Brown K. C. Jones Long Beach New York Naulls Donovan McDonald Clan Sii Jones Tom Gola Russell Bernie Hammerbeck Pacific Coast Conference PCO Wwe New York City

Canisius Upsets NC State In NCAA Round One

Canisius shocks North Carolina State 79 78 in a four overtimes thriller at Madison Square Garden. The Golden Griffins rally from regulation and three overtimes to win on Fran Corcoran's driving jumper with six seconds left. Temple Wayne Morshead State and Seattle also won, securing spots in regional play starting Friday.

North Carolina N. C. State Canisius Madison Square Garden Temple Wayne Morshead State Seattle Barths New York Virgins Dartmouth Hot Rod Hundley Manhattan Connecticut Wielux Southern Methodist Texas Tech Oklahoma City Memphis State North Carolina State Wolfpack San Francisco Golden Griffins Buffalo Fran Corcoran Yorm — Temale Akame Lal Red. Cohen Sabi Tromt Tom Heinania Ory Crow Tayup Blueline Severul Magry Anechil Police Holy Cross Cauca Roy Leemis Hut Misard Mitang Tha Tourkey Marshall Sealine Ted Soph ‘Cinconee Strauighn Donde de Paul Mnac Satan Lendini enIno Ca Palo

Sports on Radio TV Mano Pace Re Crescentus

Radio and TV sports update notes pace and coverage details for Maui event. Mentions MPC 8130 point LE Visti, sports MAUIS RRGA 4. Highlights broadcast scheduling and key athletes, with emphasis on outcomes and upcoming fixtures.

Mano Pace

Angels May Play Pacific Coast League Games in Long Beach

PCL games possibly in Long Beach next year if the city completes a new baseball park. Mayor Holland said the Angels would likely accept Pat Alern’s invitation after Long Beach approved a four million bond issue for park improvements, including a grandstand at Recreation Park.

Los Angeles Angels Long Beach John Holland Holland Pat Alern Recreation Park

Columnist Honored by Cage Scribes

Southern California Basketball Writers Association elected new officers for 1956-57 season and named their A-List college team. Dick Zehms to presidency, Dan Hafner as VP, Vic Keiley as secretary, Jana Al Barbado as treasurer. First team gathered top vote getters including Willie Mauls UCLA and Maurice Taft UCLA.

Southern California Basketball Writers Association Southern California Bob Hunter Dick Zehms Press-Telegram Dan Hafner Vic Keiley CLA Jana al Barbado

Rookie Earl Averill Bids to Stick With Tribe

Rookie Earl Averill, son of Dee Fondy, is making a bid to stay with the Cleveland Indians as spring training unfolds. Bragan faces roster decisions and the team fights through a 7-6 win over the Chicago Cubs, highlighting early battles for fringe spots and bonus players amid a crowded camp.

Earl Averill Cleveland Tribe Ay United Frese Richie Myers Dee Fondy Bopby Bragan Cleveland Pittsburgh Pirates Averill Bragan Homer Laurin Pepper Indians vic'Art Swanson Jake Marth Tory Chicago Cubs Blater Pepper Turk Lown Tae Cubs Oway Friend Martin George Strickhing Tun Swanson

Exhibition Baseball Stars and Spring Training Notes

Frank Kellert, former Brooklyn Dodger, could be top Cubs bargain at 25 000. Matthews says another NL club offered twice that. Kellert may boost Chicago as pinch hitter and utility player. Billy Rigney ponders Giants as spring train form holds. Giants win two weekend games over the Orioles to stretch spring success.

Frank Kellert Brooklyn Dodger Chicago Cub Kellert Cubs Cub Phoenix Billy Rigney New York Giants Leo Durocher Giants Reland Baltimore Orioles

Tongat Sports Calendar Wrestle Civic Tourney Report

Ambiguous roster of events includes municipal wrestling and regional tourneys. Mentions LECC, LEBCC, San Bernardo, and Sania M, with times and places unclear amid damaged OCR text.

Wrestle —Municipal Auatterlura Carleon Ve. Mirpny Tonskithaitee Prac Forgea Thultaonal Tourney Warnens Ratlar—Sapin Anita State San Bernardo Hipool Renn Sania M Sroah

UCLA Seaman 376 Miles from Olympic Trials

UCLA star Bob Seaman trains toward the June 29-30 Olympic trials in Los Angeles as he pursues a national mile mark. The 2-year-old distance prodigy has logged 585 miles since September with 376 remaining, eyeing a berth on the U S team and potential world-class performances.

Ucla Seaman Bob Seaman Los Angeles Bob Wes Santee Compton San Francisco Ucla-Sc Ducky Drake Drake Craig Dixon Reedley United Scimilar Santee Hyaems Bob McMillen Bruin Flash America Hogan Australia

Goose Wows 3,400 Fans at Magic Night Victory

The Harlem Magicians defeated the New York Olympians 79 to 73 at Municipal Auditorium as Goose Tatum scored 48 points and dazzled with clowning and ball handling. Marques Haynes led dribbling with standout play and Bill Spiggy added 28 points.

Harlem Magicians New York Olympians Municipal Auditorium Goose Tatum Globetrotters Kentucky Bill Spiggy 2Farques Haynes

USF Tops in Final AP Poll Leading NCAA Title Contenders

University of San Francisco earns the No 1 ranking in the final AP poll for 1955 56 season. The Dons, led by an undefeated regular season and a 51 game winning streak, have been atop the rankings since preseason and are favored to repeat as NCAA champions.

Associated Press University of San Francisco Sa Francisco Dons Parenthes

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