Gaoha Loses In WJCC Tourney Finals
In Roswell New Mexico Lubbock Christian College star Bobby Gaoha lost to Odessa JC ace Leo Estopare 6-2 6-4 4-6 6-2 in the Western Junior College Conference tennis final while Gaoha was defending champion. The Chaparrals also claimed relay and track places as Curtis Norman won the 220 and Don Cantrell led distance events.
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Lightning winds and close calls crown area track meet
Davis climbs with the 330 hurdles win as wind gusts disrupt and Tebby Thames misses a pole vault on a gusty day. Tebby, backed by Estacado's James Lester, gains support after a near miss and vows to chase more as a junior.
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SWC Reprimands Texas A&M for Football Recruiting Violations
The Southwest Conference issues a unanimous reprimand to Texas A&M University for football recruiting violations marking the second serious breach in under three years. The report notes failures to control athletic program activities involving faculty staff alumni and supporters and calls for stronger adherence to SWC rules.
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Australian sports boom spans bowls golf and boats
Overseas markets fuel a surge in Australian sports gear with lawn bowls led by one maker while golf sees rapid club and equipment growth for export. Water sports and snow sports expand as imports rise and domestic production booms, driven by a 33.6 million dollar development program and migrant-driven markets.
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Bramletts win state doubles crown at Austin tennis meet
In Class AAA the Bramlett sisters Barbara and Cindy defeated Judy Ellison and Lou Lytle of West Columbia 6-3 6-1 to claim the AAA girls doubles title. Sherry and Ann Rapp of Estelline took Class B singles, Becky Shepherd and Marilyn Watts of Midland Lee won the AAAA doubles, and other finalists included David Majors of Turkey who beat Adrian Lanier of Hawkins 61 61 for the Class B singles title.
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Panthers claim state track title in UIL dominance
San Marcos wins team title as Charles Sims and Sidney Hall lead early sprint legs. Moody, Austin Anderson, and Memorial shine in AAAA races with Anderson edging Moody for a dramatic 880 finish. Tebby Thames vaults 14 6 and James Lester takes fourth in the 220 as records fall across five classes.
Phillies Rally Tops Pirates In Ninth Inning Traffic
Bill White drew a bases loaded walk with one out in the ninth to cap a three run rally and give the Philadelphia Phillies a 3 2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Phillies had been limited to four hits through eight innings before the ninth inning surge against Tommie Sisk and Elroy Face.
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Houston Course Drama As Final Stretches Turn Tense
The report notes a late surge by Barber with birdies on short putts and pars from the Houston course as the final round swung. Abogey on the 14th by the leader highlighted the tightening competition and showcased Barber gaining ground through precise chipping and decisive putting.
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Hobbs Wins New Mexico Track Meet
Hobbs captured Class AA regional honors at Clovis with 118 points to Carlsbad 79. High point scorer Kenny Ross of Carlsbad totaled 1914 points, winning the shot put with 54 feet and placing in the broad jump and tie in the high jump.
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Alamo Heights Wins State Golf Crown
Alamo Heights claims the Class AAAA state golf title at the Austin meet with a 616 team total. Dallas Jefferson follows at 624, Odessa Permian 642, while Class AAA Forest Park wins with 640 and Pine Tree 654. Medalist honors go to Tom Kite of Austin McLelland in AAAA. other medalists include Ricky Maxey, Tommy Hayes, Ross Balliew, and George Marshall.
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Longhorns Grab Lead as SWC Meet Sees Record Laps
Walter Reyna sprinted to an early lead in the three mile and set a SWC best 1432.0, with Texas scoring 66 points to tops Baylor 54 and Rice 36. Baylor won multiple events including the century and relays, while Texas A&M, SMU, Tech, Arkansas, and TCU trailed. Martin Rawlins of Texas A&M won pole vault at 15-8.
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Track summaries from SWC meet with Texas Tech and Rice figures
Readable results show SWC meet events with Texas Tech Rice Texas A&M Baylor SMU and Arkansas. Notable performances include Travel in Russell Durham Texas Tech discus and Jerry Petty Arkansas discus winner and multiple sprint hurdles and middle distance marks.
Nelson Bichsel Dominate Arena Park Races
C. J. Bichsel of Amarillo and Sleepy Nelson led the modified and sportsman divisions at Arena Park Raceways over two nights. Each driver has four feature wins in four outings. Bichsel’s Friday victory followed Wally Moulder being disqualified for not returning to the rear after a first lap spin. Nelson’s win came after two chaotic pileups left only seven finishers among 18 starters.
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Von Brauner Romero Bout Headlines Wednesday Card
Karl Von Brauner faces Ricky Romero in the main event at Fair Park Coliseum Wednesday at 8 30 PM. Sputnik Monroe and Dick Murdock meet in the second feature followed by Cowboy Bob Ellis versus Billy Garrett. Nick Bockwinkel vs The Hangman and Terry Funk against The Mummy also listed.
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Dancer's Image Triumphs in Derby After Strategy Change
Cavalaris altered the plan after one win in four starts by removing Dancer's Image blinkers and placing Ussery aboard. The Derby win debunked false reports about weak ankles, with Cavalaris noting the dramatic improvement and fans nationwide witnessing the victory. Fuller, a former Olympic boxing champion, commented on the colt's morning antics versus afternoon performance.
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Corky Barton Signs With Cowboys After Kicking Display
Corky Barton, a 24 year old part time Texas Tech student, kicked five of six field goals from 55 yards at Highland Park High School, leading the Dallas Cowboys to sign him for future competition. Barton attended Highland Park, played intramural football at Tech, and was part of the Cowboys kicking caravan among 96 hopefuls. Texas Tech coach John Conley said Barton was not offered a scholarship and had not played varsity football, expressing surprise at his performance.
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Livingston Signs Chiefs Quarterback Livingston
Kansas City Chiefs coach Hank Stram announced the signing of Mike Livingston a 22 year old 6 foot 3 inch 205 pound quarterback from SMU Livingston was a second round pick and No 4 passer in college he threw for 1750 yards 10 TDs and a 608 completion rate despite missing three games in his final SMU season.
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