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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1969
Page
31
Staff writer Loel Schrader portrays Lew Alcindor as increasingly self possessed amid external pressures from leagues media and public groups. The UCLA center shows growth, humor about past sports roles, and hints of petulance under scrutiny while maintaining focus on maturity and self understanding.
Kareem Abdul Jabbar, known then as Lew Alcindor, discusses shyness, resisting labels, and his journey at UCLA. He rejects being labeled a bigot, reflects on race and treatment, and explains why he would have preferred a campus community like Michigan or Berkeley. Next, his stance on human rights shaping Olympic decisions.
Palm Springs report notes a goodwill finish to the California portion of the winter golf tour after heavy rain, with talks of rescheduling to avoid weather. Bing Crosby and Bob Hope events face premium TV costs, potential fall dates, and possible mergers, while Alameda Open and Kaiser at Napa eye fall dates and a Sunol Sunol event could replace other stops.
Wilt Chamberlain scored 66 points to lift the Los Angeles Lakers over the Phoenix Suns as fans praised his effort despite a quiet title night. The win comes with Dercy West sidelined by a hamstring injury, forcing teammates to absorb more offense. West's absence could stretch two weeks, with the Lakers facing key road games ahead.
The Desert Fox Billy Casper won the Bob Hope Desert Classic with a 345 total, edging Frank Beard by three strokes after a final round 66. Beard faded to 74 as Casper claimed first prize and the Chrysler Imperial, while Dave Hill finished second money with 348. The event, played in near ideal desert conditions, featured a course-record 62 by Deane Beman and a high-scoring field despite recent rain.
Jockey Bill Shoemaker resumes racing at Santa Anita on Tuesday after a year on the sidelines with a broken leg. He will ride Llan pollen Farn's Racine Room in the 6 furlong featured purse, as several horses target the Santa Anita Handicap, while he plans a gradual comeback limited to two mounts daily.
Pro basketball Stars meet Miami at Sports Arena on January 5 with curling and billiards events listed. Worwalh tee Ring planned for January 7 at Elks Club, bowling and racing cards noted. Morse Racing at Santa Anna with first post, Lakewood prop skimming in Anaheim followed by Jordin at Martin and Paris Verdes versus Wilson at 3 15 pm.
At Seattle Center Coliseum fans erupt after San Francisco battles Seattle in a game marked by 39 personal fouls and six technicals. Referees Drucker and Middieson face crowd fury as John Tresvant and Jack Curva are ejected, while police escorts calm the dressing room aftermath.
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