Marshall Spills Miami to Boost MAC Playoff Hopes
Marshall surged to an 89-77 victory over Miami at Memorial Field House to move within one MAC game of the conference title. Sophomores Debe Price and Paul Underwood led Marshall with 26 and 22 points, while Charley Slack grabbed 26 rebounds. Miami’s Bill Kennon topped the opposition with 17 points as both teams traded leads early before Marshall pulled away in the second half.
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Gavilan Favored Over Constance In 10 Round Return
Kid Gavilan, former welterweight champion, opened as a 2-1 favorite to beat Hector Constance of Trinidad tonight in a 10 round bout in Miami Beach. Gavilan expects to weigh 152 pounds to Constance's about 148 as CBS telecasts at 10 p.m. EST.
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Trabert Captures Indoor Tennis Crown
Tony Trabert, 24, of Cincinnati, won the national indoor title at the 7th Regiment Armory, defeating Davis Cup teammate Hamilton Richardson 11-13 7-5 9-7 6-3. He outlined plans to play Wimbledon Forest Hills and defend the Davis Cup, then turn pro if offered. Bill Talbert noted Trabert resembles his 1953 form.
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Bill Talbert
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Redlegs Spring Camp History in Florida and War Years
The Cincinnati Redlegs have trained in Tampa, Florida since 1931 and return annually except during the war years 1943 to 1945 when they held drills at Bloomington, Indiana.
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Connolly Quits Tennis Comeback To Wed Brinker
Maureen Connolly announced she will marry Norman Brinker in June and end her pursuit of a tennis comeback. The 20 year old champion said she no longer enjoys tennis and may teach later, with a possible Europe tour after settling into domestic life. Brinker, 23, recently discharged from the Navy, is a San Diego State College sophomore.
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Qualifiers Ready for Houston Open at Memorial Park
More than 150 pros and amateurs worked for a spot in the $30,000 Houston Open starting tomorrow at Memorial Park. About 152 players are expected. 60 will advance after 36 holes. Howie Johnson and Billy Capps led with 69s in a day of sun after cold days, with favorites Demaret Rote Bolt Cherry among the entrants.
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Gene Littler
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Fred Haas
Cary Middlecoff
Chandler Harper
Ted Kroll
Mike Souchak
Correct Full Name of White Sox Pitcher Consuegra
The baseball reference notes that the pitcher commonly known as Sandy Consuegra is properly Sandalio Simeon Consuegra. This full name clarifies the player’s presidential style as listed in official records and rosters.
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Saddler Prepares for Featherweight Title Return Without Pep
New York writer previews Sandy Saddler defending his featherweight crown Friday night, noting his class versus all but rival Willie Pep. The column recalls their four fierce battles, suspensions after a 1951 Polo Grounds brawl, and hints Teddy Davis could challenge Saddler, with fans excited for television coverage.
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VMI Can Clinch C Berth Tonight
The VMI Keydets can clinch the eighth conference tournament berth by beating The Citadel in Lexington. Virginia Tech’s win over VMI created a tie for eighth. Richmond, Washington & Lee and Furman results also shape the race as the league wraps up its regular season.
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Yankees' 13-Game Season Winning Streak Set Record
New York Yankees posted the longest major league winning streak last season with 13 straight victories. In the National League the best was 10 by the Milwaukee Braves, who achieved it three times, and the Dodgers once. The Cleveland Indians had the second best AL stretch of 11 in a row, accomplished twice.
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Upset Victims Hit TCU Columbia and Manhattan Hard
Texas Christian falters as Baylor defeats the Frogs 79-68 threatening a share of the Southwest title. Hofstra edges Manhattan 81-74 in overtime and Dartmouth tops Columbia 84-63 ending Ivy title hopes. Dartmouth’s Glenn Wilson scores 35, Colorado leads Big Seven with 80-69 win, NC State takes ACC, Duke beats Virginia, Richmond tops Furman.
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Snead Sets LaGorce Record With 61 In Golf Win
Sam Snead resumes tournament play after a three month layoff and sets a LaGorce Country Club course record, firing 61 in the Wainwright Churchill Memorial Tournament. He added a 64 in a prior practice round, carding four birdies and three eagles on the 5850 yard layout, where par is 71. The previous best of 63 was held by Cruickshank Farrell and Johnny.
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Beckley Glenville Open Four-Game Card Today
Wesleyan and Potomac State set tournament marks as the State Conference tourney opens with Wesleyan routing Shepherd 117 87 and Potomac State edging Bethany 84 76. Morgan Peters.
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Beckley Matmen Triumph Over Rupert Squad 38-0
Beckley grapplers dominated Rupert Crimson Tide 38-0 at WWHS. Eight teams competed with Beckley claiming eight wins by pins and decisions, led by Earnest Gray Charlie Haga and Jerry Cook. The win completed Beckley’s season at 2-4 while Rupert ended at 0-2 in the series, with both teams headed to Parkersburg for the state meet.
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Beckley High wrestlers head to state meet in Parkersburg
The Beckley high school wrestling team of 10 boys under coach Vic Pelish leaves Friday morning February 25 at 6:30 for Parkersburg to weigh in at 12 noon. Two matches begin at 1:45 Friday afternoon and continue through Saturday with consolation and finals set for 8 p.m. Saturday.
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Beckley Paces locals as state meet bid advances
Beckley swept all 10 matches from the Tom Manchin crew Tuesday to secure a second win over the locals in Morgantown Beckley and Rupert teams entering the state meet. The victory keeps Beckley atop the standings with strong performances in four matches.
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Palmer and Snead Exit Miami Open Returns Planned
Palmer and Snead left the Miami Open in December due to a bad back. They plan to resume competition next month at either the St. Petersburg Open or the Miami Beach Open, aiming to rejoin the tour.
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