Vann rallies to defeat Hardie in Rice Invitational
In Houston, Tim Vann rallied from three match points to beat teammate George Hardie 4-6 6-4 7-6 in the finals of the 15th Rice Collegiate Invitational Tennis Tournament. Vann, ranked No. 2 behind Hardie this season, snapped Hardie’s grip after a tense final set.
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Gobblers claim NIT title in dramatic overtime win
Virginia Tech edged Notre Dame 92 91 in overtime as Bobby Stevens sank a 16 foot jumper after a last second 79 79 tie. Craig Lieder led Notre Dame with 18 points in the first half, then faded. Stevens produced a late 3 point play and a dramatic buzzer beating jumper to secure the championship.
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Evans airs mind on amateur track controversy
Lee Evans, 26, world record holder in the 400 meter dash, says he took money as an amateur runner and is ready to reveal the full story of what he calls the hypocrisy of amateur track. He made the remarks after signing with Mike O’Hara’s International Track Association, signaling forthcoming sharp commentary to newsmen.
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Meet the new Murderers Row joins pinstripe revival
The Yankees resemble the famed 1927 lineup as Bernie Allen Roy White Matty Alou Bobby Murcer Graig Nettles Ron Blomberg Johnny Callison Rick Dempsey Hal Lanier anchor a 10-2 spring training win over the Orioles. Nettles doubles Dempsey drives runs as the club racks 16 hits.
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Dodgers Shuffle Lineup as Alston Plans Daily Starts
Dodgers manager Walter Alston begins his 20th season with lineups rotating daily to stabilize positions. Third base remains volatile after last year’s errors. Bill Buckner likely starts every day, while Bill Russell at shortstop and Willie Davis in center anchor the defense.
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Nicklaus captures Grater New Orleans Open in sudden death
Jack Nicklaus rallied to win the Grater New Orleans Open with a birdie on the second playoff hole after tying Miller Barber and Lou Graham at eight under par. Lee Elder faded after leading early and finished tied for sixth as Nicklaus claimed his final tune up before Masters defense.
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Associated Press
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