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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1975
Page
4
A veteran handicapper notes two year old races frustrate bettors and hurt their accuracy. He explains why juveniles often debut with rivals who already have some experience and what information from past performances and workouts actually helps handicap a first time starter.
WTRI Brunswick launches Tri State Racing News at 9 am daily broadcasting scratches from the prior night’s Charles Town program and full results. The show features trainer Brian Murray answering questions and a noon rebroadcast. A racing course at Frederick Community College starts February 6 offering six weekly sessions for 10 dollars.
AP Sports Writer describes the World Boxing Council considering stripping Muhammad Ali if he defends against Chuck Wepner. The piece notes past WBC actions, compares Ali’s dynamic with fighters like Lyle Foreman and Frazier, and frames Ali as a popular champion whose fate hinges on ring losses and public reaction.
Clemson 7-1 center Wayne Tree Rollins earned ACC player of the week after two strong wins over Maryland and Virginia. He totaled 50 points 28 rebounds and 17 blocked shots over the pair, including 24 points 17 rebounds and nine blocks against Maryland and 26 points 11 rebounds with eight blocks versus Virginia.
Philadelphia sports writers honor Rocky Bleier as the year’s most courageous athlete for overcoming war injuries and starring for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1974. Muhammad Ali is named outstanding athlete, Randy White top amateur, Steve Garvey Sportsman of the Year. Bleier’s path includes Vietnam shrapnel wounds, two foot operations, and a pivotal 1974 season with 373 rushing yards and a 65-yard playoff performance.
Julius Erving the only unanimous pick headlines the East lineup for the ABA All Star Game in San Antonio. Artis Gilmore Marvin Barnes Louie Dampier Freddie Lewis join him as starters with strong West shooters George Gervin Moses Malone and George McGinnis among reserves. About 12 000 expected to attend the mid season showcase airing 9 p.m. EST on an independent network.
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