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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1966
Page
10
Jose Torres dominated Wayne Thornton in a 15 round title bout at Shea Stadium to win by unanimous decision. Torres scored two first round knockdowns and controlled the bout with body work and fast combinations despite Thornton’s rough tactics.
Jose Torres defeated Me Thornton in 15 rounds for the title, saying the challenger held and cut him but he landed two knockdowns in the first round and fought hard through the full distance. Torres reported no serious injury and expressed disappointment rather than anger at Thornton.
The fight proved tougher than expected with Cooper pressing late and Clay cautious early. Blood spurted from Cooper’s eye after a butt in the sixth and a long cut required treatment. Cooper claimed he won the early rounds and landed a left hook before the bout ended.
Brumfield battles for 50 yards then fades as Stupendous wins. Bill Roland, riding Giberold, finishes third, five lengths back. Boland expreses confidence in Brumfield, hinting at possible future plans and interest in syndication for the horse.
Detroit Tigers rally for seven runs to defeat Baltimore Orioles 7-5, aided by a six run fourth inning including Don Demeter’s homer. Denny McLain pitched four hit ball until rain halted play in the ninth. Brooks Robinson and Curt Blefary hit first inning homers for Baltimore. Ray Oyler and Jerry Lumpe drove in runs for Detroit. Willie Horton drew a bases loaded walk.
Cliff Southerland aced the 36 yard No 2 hole at Floydada Country Saturday using a nine iron. His playing partners included Dickie Watson and Rare.
Ken Gage scored the decisive 44 yard interception return late in the fourth as the Blacks beat the Whites 18-12 at Lowrey Field. Travis Horne led the Black offense with Ronnie Young, Gage, and Key plays fueling a 270 yard total. White threat centered on Rusty Underwood and Bobby Hendon with 181 rushing yards and a late drive halted by Gage’s pick.
The Preakness finish shows Stupendous leading early while Kauai King edges clear to win second in the field. Amberald and Rehabilitate surge from the back to take third and fourth as money values rise for the top spots. Kauai King will not be nominated for the Belmont Stakes but a $10,000 supplementary fee awaits New York officials. the horse will depart Tuesday with Ford and be quartered at Belmont Park.
Quarterback Jack Concannon and fullback Tom Woodeschick signed 1966 contracts with the Philadelphia Eagles. The AP report notes the deals formalize their return to the team as the season approaches.
Jess Neely longtime SMU and Clemson coach with 202 wins 159 losses and 19 ties retires after a record of 85 conference wins surpassing peers Bible Bell and their era’s leaders. Fellow Southwest Conference coaches Texas AM Arkansas praise his leadership and integrity as K S Pitzer credits his influence.
Major League Falons beat Longhorns 7 to 3 while Planters edged Mustangs 16 to 5. Minor League Tankers top Hubs 13 to 6 and Braves win 7 to Packers and Pes Wee League Pioneers 14 Rockets 6. Hoppers 15 Builders 4.
Michigan State Spartans won the outdoor Big Ten track and field championship in Bloomington, setting four meet records. They collected 52.5 points to 43 for Ohio State, with Minnesota third and Michigan fourth. Bob Steele and John Spain led in the 880 yard run with 1:48 flat, the year’s fifth fastest globally, breaking the Big Ten record.
Muhammad Ali fought a bruising defense against Jerry Cooper at ringside amid heavy blood as the champion pressed the challenger in the sixth round. Ali, 201 pounds, praised Cooper's power while noting his own lighter frame and plans for Karl Mildenberger next. The bout aired on Early Bird satellite with mixed reactions from British fans.
At the national junior college track meet held Saturday night, LCC placed sixth. Defending champions entered the event in third place overall with strong showings expected from rivals.
The meet featured standout performances across many colleges. Lubbock's Tim Garrison set a record in the 38 yard intermediate hurdles with 37.7 seconds, while Reddee Crawford from Grand Jimmy Jones placed high in the high hurdles. Odessa and Victoria teams posted relay and sprint results, with notable times from Shayne Slovacek and Teddy Stewart in the discus and 44 yard dash respectively.
Rookie Dick Atkins of Hayward leads a field of drivers in Indianapolis motor trials. The list includes notable names such as Jim Clark and Al Unser with times around 150 to 160 mph. Lane-by-lane speeds show intense competition as crews push for top marks in an intense page-one feature.
Paris Junior College piled up 18 hits to defeat Cisco Junior College 11-5 in the District 5 junior college playoffs. The win sends Paris JC to the National Junior College Tournament in Grand Junction Colorado next week.
The New York Mets bought lefty Gerry Arrigo from the Cincinnati Reds for a sum just over the waiver price of $20,000. Arrigo, with no wins this year, will join the Mets today.
Nasharco defeated Native Diver and two Eastern invaders in the $54,700 Handicap at Tillywood. The 3 year old colt paid $34.19 and $8.80 after a stretch drive, with Pelegrin second and Aurelius II third as the seven furlongs were timed in 1:21 3-5. This marked Nasharco’s first stakes victory of the year and his California Derby Trial division win as a 3 year old.
New York veteran quarterback Earl Morrall signed his 1966 contract with the Giants confirming his return to the NFL team for the upcoming season.
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