Modesto tourney tests LBCC cagers in rugged Modesto event
LBCC coach Bill Fraser watches a rebuilding season as the Vikings head to Modesto for a four day tournament. After two early wins over Valley and Cypress and a Santa Monica setback, LBCC relies on freshman Dykema and veteran centers like Kenny Scott to fuel a push for the Metro title. Fraser aims to use Modesto to sharpen defense, rebounding, and turnover control ahead of January league play.
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Kenny Scott
Todd Bachman
Poly
Greg Clark
Wilson
Craig Hill
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Santa Roga
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Los Angeles
Ian Desborough
Roger i
Desborough
Mike Briggs
Trobe
Chris Jackson
Andre Greer
Narbonne
Briges
Lodge
Rodney
Ren Powell
Powell
Long Beach State Faces Baylor and North Texas State in Texas
Long Beach State aims for two wins in Texas after beating Utah 80-19 in the Utah Classic. Baylor, led by guard Vinnie Johnson and forward Wendell Mays, hosts the 49ers as North Texas State also awaits, with coach Dwight Jones stressing depth and resilience amid injuries. Radio KKOP-FM will air both Texas games.
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USC optimism grows after weekend wins over New Mexico and Duke
USC coach Boyd credits improved shooting and stouter defense for back to back wins, boosting belief as the Trojans eye home tests versus Arizona State and Long Beach State. Key shooters and guards lead the effort while Long Beach State presents a tougher test after in season changes.
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Michigan opens Rose Bowl drills for conditioning
Michigan's Rose Bowl bound football team began practice with a 90 minute non contact session focused on conditioning. Coach Bo Schembechler said improving fitness is the priority as they prepare to face Washington in Pasadena on January 2 and plan to depart December 21 for the West Coast.
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Soviet boxers topple Americans in New Orleans meet
Soviet heavyweight amateurs defeated the U S squad 5-2 in New Orleans as Greg Page, the U S amateur champ, fought Vyacheslav Alekseyev to a bloody finish. Alekseyev was stopped by the Soviet team manager in the second round.
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Downey tabbed again in San Gabriel chase
San Gabriel Valley League previews mark Downey as favorite after a 24 5 season and CIF semifinals run. The section highlights returning stars Ackland and new prospects across Downey, Warren, Cerritos, Gahr, El Rancho, and other SGVL schools with season play beginning Wednesday.
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USC women start building basketball team at USC
USC moves to raise its women’s program under Barbara Hedges with Linda Sharp guiding recruits. Key additions include Kathy Hammond from Lakewood and Lisa Widding from Miraleste, the conference’s expected tallest player, plus Sheri Donaldson returning from trials.
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Lakewood
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St. Joseph's High
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Miraleste High
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