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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1968
Page
13
In Moscow AP dispatch Brundage states Olympic participation remains possible despite boycotts and debate about the 1980 Games. The Soviet Union hints at plans but raises doubts about hosting while discussing South Africa’s stance.
In Brazzaville 32 African nations vote to with draw from the Mexico Olympics over the Congo affair. The move is supported as a collective action and follows Avery Brundage's plea that no single country can block the Games. The outcome remains unsettled with no official decision yet.
Aggies close to clinching contention as Tech and Baylor games loom. Texas moves into cellar with a 48 conference mark and $14 season total amid mixed results and political asides.
The Amateur Athletic Union executive voted unanimously to accept and abide by the Sports Arbitration Board decision on control of amateur athletics. President David A. Martin led the vote in Los Angeles.
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