Tech leads Southwest Conference with 65 51 win over Rice
Texas Tech dominated Rice 65 51 in Lubbock to move to 3 0 in SWC play. Baylor's 75 70 win at Arkansas and SMU 104 71 over Texas Christian keep Baylor, SMU, and Texas A M tied for second at 2 1. Texas Tech forced 28 turnovers led by Mark Wetzel and Gerald Myers cited defensive grit.
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Pecos Eagles claim 4th district win over Fort Stockton
Pecos Eagles defeated Fort Stockton 145 to 115 in a district cage game led by Mike Sadler with 25 points. Don Walker added 19, Jesse Riggins 7, Kyle Johnson 9, Don Brooks 4, and Kenneth Williams 2. Fort Stockton had Reds 19 Rainwater 15 and Vasquez 10. Pecos improves to 13-12 overall and 4-3 in district. Fort Stockton records 13-10 and 3-4. Junior varsity loss to Panthers 62-60. Both teams idle until January 30 when Seminole visitors arrive.
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Pecos Men Plan Supper and Business Meeting at Country Club
The Pecos Men's Golf Association schedules a supper at 7 30 p m followed by a business meeting Thursday night at the Country Club. All old members urged to attend and prospective members invited to learn about Pecos area golfers.
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Spahn and Sain Among Hall of Fame Nominees
The BBWAA announces Hall of Fame enshrinement choices with Warren Spahn and Johnny Sain among the veterans nominees. Spahn, 363-245 in 1942-65, is favored while Sain faces longer odds. Whitney Ford and Robin Roberts also cited among new eligibles. Roberto Clemente could be added later after the quake relief death in 1972. The Tony Lema Memorial golf tournament at Marco Island is slated for March 12.
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Marquette Rolls Past Northern Michigan in Lopsided Win
Marquette defeated Northern Michigan 76 to 55 as Maurice Lucas and Larry McNeil led the Warriors with scoring and rebounding. Northern Michigan, 7-6, trailed early before Marquette stretched the lead and improved to a strong home record.
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Courage on wheels shines from San Diego athlete
Steve Goldman, a 27 year old wheelchair athlete from San Diego, rose from polio at age four to become a standout competitor in the Wheelchair Olympics in Germany. He holds two American records in sprint events and won silvers in the 100 meter dash and obstacle course, inspiring locals with his blend of power and humility.
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All-Star game shows speed rebounding and substitutions
In Chicago the East beat the West 104 to 84 as Tom Heinsohn deployed a fast pace and strong rebounding. Nate Archibald and Sidney Wicks led a quick West start, then rode the bench as the East pulled away in the third period behind Dave Cowens's 15 points and 13 rebounds to win MVP honors.
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Foreman Ali bout eyed by fans amid talk of delays
King s ton Jamaica AP George Foreman, newly crowned heavyweight champion, says the public will decide his next opponent with fans urging Foreman vs Muhammad Ali. Ali, 31, faces ring rust and may wait years. Dundee and Bundini Brown weigh in on aging fighters and upcoming contenders like Ellis, Bonavena, and Quarry while bid offers surface for a Miami bout.
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