Palmer Plans a busier 1966 golf tour schedule
Arnold Palmer announced plans to play about 20 tournaments next year to chase major titles and regain the top ranking. He spoke in New York after receiving Golf Magazine’s 1965 All America honor, saying he will target the Masters, National Open, PGA, and British Open despite a down year. He reflected on earning $57,770.71 for 1965 and hinted his slump is temporary while vowing a stronger comeback.
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Tom Gola Would Concentrate On Shooting If He Started Over
In New York, basketball star Tom Gola reflects on his career with the Knickerbockers. He notes shooting focus is key in today’s fast, team-driven NBA while praising his versatile play and passing. Gola recalls a mid November game where he came off the bench to aid a win with nine assists in 15 minutes.
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Oklahoma Circles Dooley For Sooners Coaching Job
Oklahoma eyes Georgia coach Vince Dooley after turning down Darrell Royal and weighing other targets including Chuck Curtis Paul Dietzel and Eddie Crowder. Gomer Jones resignation after a 3 7 season prompts campus interviews as Cross and regents panel proceed. Also notes Bruins use of three goaltenders Johnston Cheevers and Bernie Parent early in season.
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Chuck) Curtis
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Quarterbacking Becomes High Risk Pro Job
Baltimore Colts signal caller John Unitas on a hospital bed recalls his knee surgery after a torn medial ligament. The piece discusses increasing quarterback injuries due to blitz pressure, naming several NFL QBs and recalling Charley Conerly's cautionary creed about staying alive to pass.
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Mets name Menendez as Jacksonville farm club GM
New York Mets assign Danny Menendez as general manager of their Jacksonville International League farm team. Menendez, a Baltimore scout since 1960, has a 26 year baseball background.
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Last Rites For Branch Rickey Honor Groundbreaking Baseball Leader
Nearly 500 attended Branch Rickey’s funeral at Grace Methodist Church in St Louis where Jackie Robinson and others gathered to honor the man who opened baseball to players of all colors. Rickey died at 83 in Columbia Missouri after a heart attack last week. Burial will take place in Lucasville Ohio. The service praised his vision and role in integrating baseball and expanding the national reach of the sport.
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Before Football Parents Should Check Sons Early
The Associated Press notes veteran NFL star Dick Lynch urges fathers to scrutinize their football minded sons. He says boys should have natural ability and physical readiness, with coaching stepping in if needed. He advises a family routine balancing studies and exercise and offers a foot care routine to strengthen the toes and improve circulation. He cites Heisman winner John Heisman as Georgia Tech’s first head coach.
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Bechtel Named Annapolis Sailors General Manager
The Annapolis Sailors of the North American Football League hired Sam Bechtel as general manager. A spokesman said he will lead ticket sales efforts and talent scouting, noting Bechtel’s promotion prowess at Indiana State College in Pennsylvania. Colts Sign Two From Morgan Team
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