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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1980
Page
11
Four different Madison Square Gardens have existed in three distinct sites in New York City. The article traces the venues and timelines of these historic halls.
Watson leads a strong Bing Crosby National Pro-Am field at Pebble Beach with challengers Lon Hinkle and Dr. Weibring shaping the chase. The three Monterey Peninsula courses host a one-round-per-course format with celebrities, culminating in Pebble Beach Sunday. CBS will air final rounds Saturday and Sunday.
Sixers owner F Eugene Dixon named Low Scheinfeld president to lift home crowds after a 21 percent drop despite a 70 percent winning pace. Scheinfeld vows full reorganization and top priority for fan treatment, citing past Flyer success and plans to shape a long range team strategy.
The announcement of a key player's departure from the professional tour draws muted reaction as insiders note prior public statements that she would strive to fulfill commitments. Observers say the move reflects ongoing shifts in the tennis circuit and hints at renewed focus on personal goals and team dynamics.
This week in sports highlights boys basketball at St Joe's vs St James and Model at MSD, girls action Walkersville at Frederick, and multiple college games including Randolph Macon at Mount and Shenandoah at Hood. wrestling kicks off with Singapore at MSD as the Tri-State Tournament looms.
The Chinese Olympic Committee condemned the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan and said it may back moving or postponing the 1980 Summer Games in Moscow. Li Meng Hua said the IOC should consider changing the Games and noted Chinese athletes in Lake Placid are ready to compete, while Taiwan issues and politics surround participation. The mainland delegation includes 24 athletes in speedskating, figure skating, biathlon, and skiing.
Jim Hanifan, former offensive line coach, is named head coach of the St. Louis Cardinals. Bidwill signed a three year contract with terms undisclosed. Hanifan replaces Larry Wilson and inherits a 6-10 and 5-11 team. he aims to restore playoff contention and recapture past Cardiac Cardinals enthusiasm.
Denver forward George McGinnis, a Indianapolis native and IU alum, may be traded to the Indiana Pacers. The Rocky Mountain News says Denver would receive Alex English and a first-round pick, with McGinnis needing contract approval. Talks involve McGinnis and the Pacers, not Denver, and a possible financial inducement is reported.
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