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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1948

Page

11

Local boxing and basketball notes from regional games

The report highlights fighters and boxers aiming for boxing fame with a competitive tone. It mentions Sudans, Moret, Levelland, and a Sudan area event with boxing and basketball updates from Coach Francis Smith and Coach Toby W. The piece notes New Deal teams beating Cotton Center in close scores and previews upcoming bouts and season momentum.

Sudan New Deal Basketeers Toby W New Deal New Deal Lassies Cotton Center Lovelies

Ball Leagues Seek Umpire Recruits in Dallas

Umpires are being recruited for ball leagues in Dallas with a call to fill officiating slots. The notice notes efforts to recruit officials and standardize umpiring across games.

Arena to Host Triple Bout Card at Local Arena

The arena will feature a triple bout program headlined by a main event rematch. Kiser recently defeated Al Getz in this arena two weeks ago, highlighting a hot field and ongoing local rivalry.

Kiser al Getz

Series Of Golf Tournaments Set During Spring in Texas

In Fort Worth on May 27 the third annual Colonial Nation golf series will be staged with golfers competing across spring events. Chairman Max today noted Ben Hogan has won two meets at 279, with one victory in the lay and another so far. Dallas Rebels’ park receives a $60,000 facelift for fan convenience.

Texas Fort Worth Ameng Max Ben Hogan Park Dallas Rebels

Balch Proves Worthy Challenger in Heavyweight Spotlight

The report profiles Balch as a wiry, fast fighter with heart and stamina. At 160 pounds he displays a masklike concentration that allows him to strike from left or right, fueling hopes for a middleweight crown and a strong comeback.

Bob Balch

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