Spinks Upsets Ali. Norton Faces Uncertain Title Path
Leonard Spinks shocked Muhammad Ali to win the heavyweight title in Las Vegas. Ken Norton, the No. 1 contender, predicted Spinks’ victory and now faces a disputed path to a title bout, with talks of a September rematch with Ali and WBC rules affecting eligibility. Spinks plans a short vacation before deciding how long he will fight, while Ali contemplates another title shot.
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Odessa Golf Calendar Highlights Two Cities This Week
The Sports Calendar shows Friday events in Odessa with the Blue Ribbon City Golf Classic in Ft. Stockton and a Saturday schedule featuring a Ft. Stockton tennis meet against Crane at 9 a.m. The listings name venues and matchups for local golf and tennis.
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Zavala JH Tennis Stars Shine at Pecos Meet
Zavala Junior High took part in the Pecos Junior High Tennis Tournament with several players reaching quarterfinals and semifinals. Freddy Jaquez and Armando Hinojos exited in quarters. Earl Standberry reached the semifinals. Osvaldo Garcia and Perry Williams were second in 7th grade doubles consolation. Cherry Silvas and Silvanna Hernandez took second in 7th grade girls doubles. Irene Flores and Delia Sanchez earned consolation second place. Patricio Duran and Andy Martinez reached the 8th grade doubles semifinals and earned three points for the team. Coach Kenneth Garlitz praised the effort as a rare return to competition for Zavala.
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Arkansas Razorbacks Win 25th Game In 26
Dallas AP reports top ranked Arkansas stayed unbeaten in Big 12 play with an 86 75 win over Southern Methodist. Eddie Sutton dismissed questions about killer instinct saying the team relies on 100 percent effort rather than overwhelming opponents.
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Arkansas Razorbacks Eye SWC Title In Regionally Televised Clash
Arkansas, 13-1 in SWC, faces Houston after boasting a deep bench with Reed Watley Bennett and 6-11 Schall. Coach Sutton praises quickness and depth while SMU’s Sonny Allen touts Arkansas as a threat to Kentucky in potential neutral-site showdown. Brewer totals 23, Moncrief 20 as Arkansas leads SMU.
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Ballard buys Hamilton Tigers Cats in CFL deal
TORONTO AP Canadian Football League directors approve Harold Ballard owners of Maple Leafs purchase. Transfer meets no opposition beyond normal. St Louis AP opening of 75th American Bowling Congress tournament draws 160 teams at Cervantes Center with record entries and $993,740 prize pool across singles doubles and all events through May 14.
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Vikings Chicago Bears name new coach
Neill Armstrong, longtime Vikings defensive coordinator, is named head coach of the Chicago Bears. At 51, he becomes the Bears ninth coach, succeeding Jack Pardee, with Jim Finks announcing the move after Armstrong agreed to join. He pledged to win and cited experience on offense and defense.
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Eye surgeon leads Glen Campbell Los Angeles Open with 66
Dr. Gil Morgan, a 31 year old from Wewoka Oklahoma, shot a five under par 66 to take a two stroke lead at Riviera Country Club in the Glen Campbell Los Angeles Open. The eye doctor aims to continue competing into his forties amid a crowded field, with Nicklaus Casper and Purtzer among players at 72.
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