Deaths of Astros pitcher Don Wilson and son ruled accidental
An unofficial determination by a Harris County medical examiner states Houston Astros pitcher Don Wilson age 29 and his son Alexander age 5 died from carbon monoxide poisoning at their southwest Houston home. Wilson's daughter Denise age 9 and widow Bernice age 27 were hospitalized with Denise in critical condition and Bernice in fair condition. Homicide detective Jim Pierce called the verdict clearly accidental.
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NCAA blasts for women intrusions on opportunities
The president of the Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women condemned the NCAA plan to start a pilot program for national women’s championships comparable to men’s. Lee Morrison urged the NCAA to not replace existing women’s programs, stressing rising interest and increased inquiries from potential female athletes and parents.
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Eagles start district with Andrews in 8 p.m. clash
In 2-AAA action Pecos and Monahans, Andrews and Ector opened league play with wins while Pecos fell to Midland Lee in Midland. Odessa Ector leads the loop with best winloss mark. Andrews hosts Pecos as Pattillo seeks a steady leader for his squad. All games start 8 p.m. with 6:15 p.m. junior varsity.
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NCAA opens doors for women athletes in pilot program
On the opening day of the 69th annual NCAA convention in Washington the NCAA announced a pilot program under the Intercollegiate Athletics policy for women athletes. The action drew fire from the Association for Women, not part of the NCAA, while President Ford received the Theodore Roosevelt Award at a luncheon.
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Jenkins Tops Texas Sports Writers Poll For Athlete Of The Year
Texas Rangers stars Ferguson Jenkins Jeff Burroughs and Mike Hargrove led the Texas Sports Writers Association balloting for Pro Athlete of the Year Jenkins edged Burroughs 1 211 to 1 180 points with Hargrove third The ballot also lists Nolan Ryan and other sports figures while a related report notes NCAA Title IX actions and comments from officials on women’s athletics progress and proposed championship plans
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San Diego Conquistadors hire Beryl Shipley as coach
SAN DIEGO Beryl Shipley, after 15 winning seasons of 16 at Southwestern Louisiana, took over as head coach of the San Diego Conquistadors of the American Basketball Association. Tulsa Tulsa Tribune named Joe Washington winner of the Charvat award.
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Hoosiers top AP college basketball poll led by Knight
Indiana, 13-0 after beating Michigan 90-76, holds No. 1 in the AP poll with 36 first place votes and 1,020 points. UCLA and Louisville follow as unbeaten teams, while NC State drops from the top amid Wake Forest upset. Knight’s squad features Green, May, Benson, Buckner, and bench depth contributing to the rise.
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Ali to defend title against Chuck Wepner in Jamaica
New York AP reports Muhammad Ali may defend his heavyweight title against Chuck Wepner in Jamaica in late March. Wepner, a Bayonne liquor salesman, carries 32 wins and two draws against nine losses, with negotiations aiming for a $3 million promotion and a potential TV double header with George Foreman.
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