Houston Astros pitcher Don Wilson dies in home carbon monoxide tragedy
Unofficial findings by Harris County medical examiner Joseph Jachmiczyk say Don Wilson, 29, and his 5 year old son Alexander died from carbon monoxide poisoning in their southwest Houston home. Wilson's daughter Denise, 9, and his widow Bernice, 27, were hospitalized in critical and fair condition respectively. Detective Jim Pierce called the case an accidental death.
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NCAA in Fringe on Women’s Sports Oppor tunities says AIAW
Lee Morrison accuses the NCAA of infringing on opportunities for women as the organization considers a pilot program to create national women’s championships. Morrison, at the IA for Women convention, urges cooperation and warns of potential displacement of existing programs. Her Madison College presidency notes rising interest and more inquiries from potential female athletes and parents. Police reported deaths and a CO exposure case remain under investigation with autopsy showing high carbon monoxide levels in both Wilson and his son.
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Woman Injured in Garage Car Incident Investigation Ongoing
Wilson had .167 alcohol content and was found slumped in his car inside a closed garage. Alexander was in a room above the garage while Pierce noted the car ran about five hours after Wilson returned home. Exhaust fumes rising to the second floor were cited as a factor. Mrs Wilson later reported a bruised and swollen jaw with conflicting accounts from her. Police said the sequence remained unclear and she varied her explanation.
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Eagles Open District With Andrews In 8 P.M. Clash
In a 2-AAA season opener Pecos, Andrews, Seminole, Kermit and Monahans lined up as district play began. Odessa Ector led by far the best record entering loop play and hosted Andrews at 8 p.m. in Eagle gym while Pecos sought a leadership role after losses in tourney action.
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NCAA opens doors for women athletes pilot program
The NCAA announces a pilot program for women athletes on opening day of its 69th convention in Washington. The move will draw fire from the Association for Women, not part of the NCAA, which is a major group for female athletes. President Ford is honored with the Theodore Roosevelt Award at a luncheon.
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Jenkins Named Top Athlete By Texas Writers
Texas Rangers stars Fer guson Jenkins Jeff Burroughs and Mike Hargrove led the Texas Sports Writers Association Pro Athlete of the Year balloting with Jenkins edging Burroughs 1 211 to 1 180 points. Hargrove finished third as Nolan Ryan and others trailed. Swank announced plans to study a pilot program for track and tennis championships and potential future events while NCAA action on Title IX prompts broader women’s sports considerations.
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Sports Briefs Roundup From Across The Nation
SAN DIEGO Beryl Shipley took over as head coach of the San Diego Conquistadors in the ABA after 15 of 16 winning seasons at Southwestern Louisiana. BIRMINGHAM A circuit court judge released NFL quarterback Ken Stabler from his contract with the Birmingham Americans of the World Football League amid financial troubles. CLEVELAND Jim Copeland, backup guard and center for the Browns, retired after eight NFL seasons. SAN FRANCISCO Chris Evert, top seed, defeated Ingrid Dentzer 6-2 in the opening round of a $75,000 tournament in Fort Lauderdale. CHARLOTTE Fraud charges against UNC basketball standout Peter Brennan, keyed to 1957 national champions, were dismissed. NEW ORLEANS Private funeral services set for Claude Simons, Tulane athletic great and New Orleans sports activist. CLEVELAND The Indians named Dave Garcia and Tom McCraw to its coaching staff. McCraw will also play. TULSA Joe Washington named Tulsa Tribune Jack Charvat award winner for Oklahoma’s unbeaten season and national championship.
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Hoosiers Capture No 1 in AP Poll Behind Knight
Indiana rises to No 1 in the AP college basketball poll after an unbeaten 13-0 start led by Bobby Knight. UCLA and Louisville follow, with NC State slipping to fourth as Maryland rises to fifth amid strong showings from Southern California and Kentucky. Indiana beat Hawaii and Michigan State before routing Michigan 90-76 to stay undefeated.
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Ali to defend title against Chuck Wepner in Jamaica
New York AP reports heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali may defend his title against Chuck Wepner in Jamaica in late March. Wepner, a Bayonne liquor salesman, has 32 wins and two draws. Lyle fight was tentatively set for March 24 in Madison Square Garden before cancellation.
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