Westerners Rout Brownfield Cubs In 1-AA Clash
Lubbock High Westerners upset the Brownfield Cubs 44 to 13 at the Senior High gym, securing their second district win. Virgil Johnson and Charles Galey fueled the attack with 21-4 halftime lead, Galey scoring nine points to pace Lubbock. Joe Vernon led the Giants with a field goal and points from the line.
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Ales Triumph Over Denver City in Close Basketball Duel
The Eagles posted a 33-22 win led by O'Donnell with 11 points and a 10 point high five from Gray. Denver City showed gains over the past week as they faced a stronger foe in a high school game.
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Skyline Gun Club Coed Match at Yellow Canyon Course
The Skyline Gun Club hosts a coed match at its Yellow Canyon course with competition two. The program lists targets and 25 pairs, with sufficient equipment and shooters present. The club is on the canyon's west side as read in the notice.
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Between. The Lines Between. The Lines By JOE KELLY
The piece discusses game dynamics and officiating issues in basketball. It notes that differing backboards affect rebounds and ball control, and mentions potential Border Conference meeting suggestions to address officiating differences.
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Border Conference
Roach Unable To Appear At Tournament
Plainview fighter LaVern Roach cannot appear at the tournament. The missive notes Roach is the id in line the night of the fights.
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Thomas Tinkers Win Tourney
Thomas Tinkers secured a tournament victory backed by strong defense. Finn tallied key points in the first half as Gull Beevos led the attack and the team pulled away past the Yellow opponent.
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Kiser Getz Rematch Set At Wylie's Dry Inn
The return bout between Kiser and Getz is planned with a one hour limit. Milwaukee’s Gordon Hessel and Portland’s Pierre La Belle are scheduled to start at 8 p m, following recent prefight chatter over the Dec 31 clash.
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Allen Arena Club Prepares Young Fighters for Fort Worth
Allen arena operates as a youth boxing program under Neff and White. The training group, including Armento and Kahl, aims to send a strong team to Fort Worth for Golden Gloves. The arena welcomes boys 16 plus who have never fought for money and seek training.
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Ed McKeever Quits USF Coach Position
Ed McKeever resigns as head football coach of the University of San Francisco with his future in coaching likely in the Chicago area. The USF athletic board voted unanimously to accept the resignation as anticipation of a move to the All American league develops.
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Tennis Champion Riggs Faces Breach Suit
Philadelphia January 24 Bobby Riggs world tennis champion was sued for breach of contract by the Philadelphia Inquirer Charities Inc The suit claims he promised to play in the 1948 championships in Philadelphia next April as part of defending commitments from last year.
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Musial Holds Out as Hanegan Silent Amid Trade Talk
Stan Musial, silent on contract demands, refuses to discuss salary while the star first baseman continues his comeback after appendix troubles. He posted a 150 average with 19 homers through two months, the best of his career, as reporters note the ongoing holdout amid Giants and other clubs’ interest.
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23 Golf Tournament Dates Are Posted
Dallas reports a slate of golf events announced by Harry Gege Texas PGA tournament bureau director. The schedule lists invitational events from April through September including La Tex Ark in Shreveport Corsicana Gladewater Odessa West Texas New Mexico Hobbs Waxahachie Henderson Meadowbrook and New Mexico Amateur National.
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Bears Win at Conseco With 64 41 Victory
Baylor tops Owk 64 to 41 in Houston as Bears surge after a slow start. Croucher provides scoring punch with shooting before the intermission, while Rice’s Merton contributes in the first half.
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Bounding Bobby Earns Dead Eye Dick Nickname After Big Win
Levelland High Lobos crown their first region football title while Bobby Eihiete earns the nickname Dead Eye Dick after a dominant basketball showing against Olton. He scored 15 points on seven field goals and a string of 23 free throws over four games, drawing heavy fouling and all-state recognition.
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Farwell Whiteface Cup Top Honors In Cage Tournament
Farwell High School wins the boys championship 28-16 over Shallowater Mustangs. Whiteface girls upset Stanton 27-21 to claim tourney honors. Semi finals were close with several notable performances and strong team play noted by spectators.
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Gloves Tourney Team Instructions At Texas Tech Gym
Contestants in the regional Gloves tournament at Texas Tech gym from February 2 to February 5 will receive cards and instructions by 8 p m February 2. Mary information will be supplied immediately after the physical examination.
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Demaret Leads Phoenix Tourney in Scramble of Scores
The report notes Demaret ahead at the Phoenix tournament with solid rounds including 74 77 and 151 tally. Players like Ho Pa and Brackerell with Hogan are among early standings as the event unfolds in Phoenix.
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Game 18 Cancelled Due To Travel Issues
Weather and travel problems forced the cancellation of Game 18 between Netieaae City and Hardin Secelal cnt Pao, with the visiting team unable to make the trip.
Sandies Triumph in District Opener Tie for Conference Lead
Center Bill Bybee scored 17 points as the Sandies routed Borger Bulldogs 66 in Amarillo. The win marked the fourth District 1-AA victory and kept Amarillo tied with unbeaten Pampa for the top spot in the conference.
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