Ernie DiGregorio Sparks U S Past Russians In OT
Ernie DiGregorio of Providence, the littlest man on the floor, sparked the U S squad to an 89-80 overtime win over the touring Russian National team at Madison Square Garden. Coach Bob Cousy hailed him as the best pound for pound and DiGregorio delivered with late regulation baskets and key plays in overtime.
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Red Sox Pitcher Dominates in Chicago Showdown
Boston left hander John Curtis tossed a strong outing in a 4 1 win for the Red Sox over the host Cubs. Curtis shut down the Chicago lineup, stifling scoring opportunities and delivering a decisive performance on the mound.
Mount hopes today's game is calmer
Rick Mount of the Kentucky Colonels expects a calmer fifth game of the ABA Championship after last Saturdays 90-86 Indiana win fueled by 42 turnovers 47 fouls and a fight with Donnie Freeman. He notes tense playoff defense and rivalry but stresses focus on stopping the opponent.
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Baseball results and basketball exchange at height of 1973 season
In MLB action on May 8 1973 the Pirates beat the Dodgers 5 4 the Padres edged the Cubs 4 1 the Astros blanked the Expos 6 0 the Phillies outlasted the Reds 3 2 in 14 innings and the Mets defeated the Braves 7 2 while the Giants and Cardinals were idle. Curtis earned his first win of the season for Boston. In the NBA US team held off the Russians in a rough exhibition with 75 fouls and strong performances from DiGregorio Elmore and Belov.
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Wilt Chamberlain to push offense in pivotal Game Four
Wilt Chamberlain vows a more active role as the Lakers seek to even the NBA Finals with the Knicks in Madison Square Garden. Jim West eyes a possible return, while Willis Reed handles Knicks’ defense and dominance around the basket in a tight series.
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Sports in Brief From AP Across the Nation
Highlights cover hearings on amateur athletics governance in Washington. UCLA coach John Wooden is honored by California Assembly for coaching success. Davis Cup draw set for U S Mexico with Gorman likely in singles. LPGA star-studded Old Westbury invitational on Long Island. Saints sign Ferrughelli and release Davis as Bills send Cowlings to Houston for pick. Cincinnati NHL bid advances with WHA deal. Jets trade Finnie to St Louis for Emerson.
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Walker Predicts Cedeno Breakout For Astros
St. Louis Cardinals coach Harry Walker, who managed Cesar Cedeno last season, says Cedeno will be a star for Houston after his spring debut. Cedeno collected seven hits in two games this spring, with six of them for extra bases.
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Shreveport Tops San Antonio 4 2 In Texas League Action
Shreveport Capitalized on two San Antonio errors to beat the Brewers 4 2. Alex Rodriguez opened the scoring with a first inning homer, his fifth of the season, while Danny Covert homered for San Antonio in the fifth. The Captains added two runs in the eighth to seal the win.
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Eagles and Panthers meet in Fort Stockton clash
Pecos Eagles, lone district leaders at 7-2, travel to Fort Stockton to face the Panthers after a 12-1 win in their first meeting. Don Walker pitched well, Pecos has scored 70 runs in nine district games while allowing 21. The game starts at 7 30.
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1975 USGA Amateur at The Country Club of Virginia
The 1975 USGA Amateur golf championship will be played at The Country Club of Virginia in Richmond. The U S Museum and Golf House is located in Far Hills New Jersey.
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Jim Frazier Leads Missouri Southern to Perfect 1972 Season
Jim Frazier guided Missouri Southern State College to a perfect 12-0 football season and the NAIA Division II title. He was named NAIA coach of the year for 1972.
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