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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1972
Page
3
Dick Shipley led the Frederick Falcons for four years shaping the program through crisis. He suggested nonprofit reorganization to save football and even pursued creditor extensions, risking criticism for overstepping coaching bounds.
The Frederick Falcons faced turmoil as former coach Dick Shipley drew heavy criticism for his conservative style and blunt talk. After three winning seasons, his frankness and clashes with officials created many enemies and spurred calls for change.
The Nova Scotia Voyaguers defeated the Baltimore Clippers 6-1 in Halifax to tie the Calder Cup series at 1-1. Baltimore led 2-0 in the best of seven before the Voyaguers struck back with a decisive fourth game victory and a second 6-1 win in as many games. The fifth game will be played Thursday in Baltimore.
Camille Henry, a famed New York Rangers figure, was at Madison Square Garden on Monday to coach the New York Raiders of the new World Hockey Association. The Raiders set 39 home dates for next season at MSG.
Joe Frazier, in New York to promote the Yancy Durham Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation, says he would fight Muhammad Ali for 3.5 million while noting Ali seeks 6 million. Frazier confirms willingness to meet, discusses timing and plans for a future rematch as he eyes a May 25 bout against Ron Stander in Omaha with proceeds to fight the disease.
Snomas Johnson capitalized on Martinsburg errors in the fifth inning as TJ Downs Martinsburg built a five run lead and held on to win 6-4.
Anthony Ambush of Frederick won the 100 and 220 in windy conditions and helped Mount St. Mary’s win its sixth Mason-Dixon Conference title as teammates posted a 440 relay victory. Dave Swomley of Catoctin won the long jump and placed second in the triple jump to boost the scoring. TJ edged the Bulldogs 6-4 as Shifflet, Reeder, and Reynolds led with multiple hits.
South Hagerstown overcome a 2-0 Frederick lead by scoring three runs in the seventh inning to win 5-2. Mike Brown drove in two with a two run single as Frederick’s pitching faltered late. Mike Brashears earned the win despite eight hits allowed, striking out ten.
Bill Sharman, in his first season with the Los Angeles Lakers, leads them to a 114-100 victory over the New York Knicks to capture the NBA championship four games to one. Wilt Chamberlain, back with L A, scores 24 and grabs 29 rebounds in the clinching game as Sharman's run and defense style pays off.
London AP report states the United States Italy and Britain propose new Davis Cup format with each zone hosting its own tournament as part of a major reshaping plan. The proposals aim to alter the world team championship structure and scheduling.
Philadelphia beat Baltimore 8 to 1 in an exhibition at Philadelphia for Junior Baseball Federation relief. Greg Luzinski hit a three run homer in the fifth and added a fourth inning RBI single. Ker Reynolds pitched five innings for the Phillies before Chris Short finished.
Boston holds a 3 1 series edge after Bobby Orr dominates with two early goals and a setup, lifting the Bruins to a 3 2 win in Game 4. Orr, fresh off his third straight Hart Trophy and Norris, advances to 22 playoff points, despite knee concerns.
Braves slugger Hank Aaron 38 is hampered by an arthritic neck condition but team officials say it is not serious. He may miss games day to day while doctors monitor the problem. Aaron is one home run behind Willie Mays in the race.
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