Tokyo Hopes Slim Best Runners Are Foreigners
At the Boston AA Games strong performances by Mottley Carroll and O Riordan signal a tough Tokyo for the United States in the coming Olympics. Mottley clocked 48.0 for the indoor 440. Carroll anchored a 1:48.7 half and helped Villanova set a 7:26.4 two mile relay. Jones retired after another hurdle win as Olympian Thomas cleared 7-2 in high jump.
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Doc Spears Dies at 70 Former NFL Player and College Coach
JUPITER Fla AP Dr Clarence W Doc Spears once a pro football player and coach at Dartmouth West Virginia Minnesota Oregon and Wisconsin died Saturday at about 70 He was associated with Walter and had a long coaching career in college football including multiple programs.
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Lucas and Robertson Lead Royals Past Celtics in OT
In Boston, the Cincinnati Royals edged the Boston Celtics 119 to 117 in overtime. Oscar Robertson scored all six overtime points, while rookie Jerry Lucas hit a pro high 34 including the decisive free throws and the late 11th second shot that sealed the win for Cincinnati.
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Dramatic NBA Sunday as Hawks, Bullets and Royals thrill crowds
In three tight games spanning St Louis against Los Angeles, Baltimore against San Francisco, and Boston against Cincinnati, the Hawks beat the Lakers 107-105 to drop L.A. from first to third, the Bullets edged the Warriors 120-118 in overtime to seize the Western lead, and Cincinnati toppled Boston 119-117 as Oscar Robertson scored 48 and Jerry Lucas added late free throws. Richie Guerin and Len Wilkins led St Louis with 22 each.
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Dayton Hall of Fame adds Blake and Horn in 14th class
Dayton Ohio AP reports UD inducts William A. Blake a 1926 graduate and three sport star and John Horn a basketball standout. Inductions occur February 15 at halftime of the Dayton vs Memphis State game in a ceremony honoring both athletes.
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Falcons Too Green, Drop 7445 Tilt
Springfield Central Catholic defeated Fenwick 74 to 43 as the Tornadoes used a second quarter press to turn a 35-23 halftime lead into a lopsided win. Bob Davis led Fenwick with 14 points, while Mike Riesser paced the Tornadoes with 24.
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Another Award Set For Rose
Cincinnati star Pete Rose will be honored by the Ballplayers of Yesterday at their annual dinner Feb. 8 marked as another award for the NL rookie of the year. The 22 year old Reds second baseman is set to receive the recognition this weekend.
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Rigney Aims to Correct Angels Faults This Year
Angels manager Rigney outlines a active off season revamp with 20 new players, including Barry Latman and Joe Adcock from the Leon Wagner trade. He cites left-handed balance, potential for Dickie, and bright prospects like Simpson, Ed Kirkpatrick, Tom Satriano, Jim Fregosi, and Albie Pearson as keys to better 1954 pennant contention amid hopes for a big comeback from Thomas.
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Rupp Eyes 700th Win In Hall Where He Lost First
Associated Press reports Hall of Fame coach Adolph Rupp seeks his 700th victory as Kentucky visits Woodruff Hall in Athens where he first lost a game, a 25-16 setback to Georgia on February 13, 1931. Kentucky stands 15-2, ranked fourth, while Georgia is 4-2 in the SEC.
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Frustration Hits Jucker Taylor in Big Ten and MVC Mix
In a tense week Cincinnati Bearcats coach Ed Jucker and Ohio State Buckeyes mentor Fred Taylor face slumps amid storied pasts. Cincinnati, 82-7 in three years under Jucker and 98 for the year, treks five games under their former dominance. Ohio State, 98-10 all-time under Taylor, sits 87 this season as Michigan’s powerhouse looms and Indiana visits, with key MAC battles shaping the title race and upcomings games including Ohio U at Miami on February 19.
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