Bolt and Vossler Tied Lead At Tijuana Open Final Round
United States Open champion Tommy Bolt and Ernie Vossler of Midland Texas led the field into the final round of the $20000 Tijuana Open with 205 after 54 holes. Jay Hebert and John McMullin were close at 206, and Art Wall Mike Souchak and Mike Fetick stood at 207, as 17 pros remained within four strokes of the leaders. Bolt and Vossler posted even rounds on the final leg.
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Ayersman Still Ahead Of West In Scoring Race
The article notes Virginia Tech star Bob Ayersman leads the Southern Conference scoring with 26.2 ppg while West Virginia’s Jerry West trails at 25.1. Ayersman expanded his average with 59 points in two Tech wins, and West posted 76 points in three WVU victories last week.
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London Cooper title bout eyed amid strong boxing notes
Boxing Notes reports British heavyweight champion Brian London as a slight favorite to defend against Henry Cooper in London. London earned higher rank with a September TKO of Willie Pastrano and his June crown win over Joe Erskine. Cooper previously stopped London in 1956, with a recent upset of Zora Folley boosting his title shot prospects. Also highlighted: Len Matthews vs Paulie Armstead in Hollywood with radio and TV coverage, and Roque Maravilla’s TV bout with Sonny Ray in Chicago.
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Lions Sign Pietrosante for Two Year Deal
Detroit Lions signed Notre Dame fullback Nick Pietrosante to a two year contract. A reliable source said he will receive 28000 dollars over the term, including salaries and bonuses, one of the highest rookie prices for the team. Pietrosante led Notre Dame’s offense and starred in the East West game.
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Gifford Named Most Valuable In East Upset
In the Pro Bowl at Memorial Coliseum, East edges West 28 to 21 as Frank Gifford of the New York Giants earns MVP honors. Bill Wade of the Rams admits the late interception hurt, while Norm Van Brocklin rallies the East for a winning drive. The game features key scores from Lou Groza, Alex Webster, and Alan Ameche, with LeBaron directing the East offense and Gifford contributing crucial plays.
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Krutko Rejoins Steelers After Contract Signings
PITTSBURGH AP Richard Bo Dickinson and Larry Krutko, two unattached offensive fullbacks, signed 1959 contracts with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Krutko, ex West Virginia, was released last season after brief play. Dickinson, from Mississippi Southern, had a Bears trial last year.
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VPI's Carroll Dale Wins Jacobs Blocking Trophy
Virginia Tech end Carroll Dale won the Jacobs Blocking Trophy, chosen over Sam Shaffer, Jim McFalls, Buddy Davis and others. He will receive the award January 31 in Columbia, South Carolina at the Touchdown Club banquet. Dale, 6 feet 0, 197 pounds, had 25 receptions for 459 yards and six touchdowns and was noted for his blocking in the VMI finale.
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Benching Star Strategy Helps Rangers In Tight Wins
Coach Phil Watson benched Andy Bathgate to spark the New York Rangers, who rallied past Chicago 3-3 after a 3-1 deficit to pull within three points of second place Chicago. Bathgate scored key goals in a 4-3 win over Detroit and a 3-3 tie with Chicago, as Les Colwill added the decisive goal. Montreal edged Boston 3-3, Toronto beat Boston 4-1, and Detroit tied Toronto 6-6 in Sunday action.
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Lakers Eye Move to San Francisco Coast Next Season
AP reports Minneapolis Lakers owner Robert Short sees a good possibility of moving the team to San Francisco for next season, with Los Angeles, Houston and Seattle also in consideration. A Celtics win over the Lakers 109-106 in overtime drew 13,652 fans in San Francisco, while Bob Pettit scored 50 for St Louis as the Hawks beat Detroit 111-100.
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Detroit U Names Jim Miller Head Grid Coach
Detroit University announces Jim Miller, Purdue assistant, as football coach successor to Wally Fromhart. Fromhart was fired December 2 after five seasons. Detroit had a .500 record last season and a winning season in 1957. Miller starred as guard and co captain for Purdue's 1949 team.
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Enid bowler sets women’s 651 series record
Juanita Schulz holds the women’s bowling record for Enid Oklahoma with a 651 series, establishing a standout performance in local bowling history.
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Notre Dame Head Responds to Brennan Question on TV
Notre Dame president Father Hesburgh dodged football questions on a Chicago TV program about coach Terry Brennan's dismissal. He noted the interview was set before the firing and said his answer would be released in New York Wednesday and later in a sports magazine.
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Group 8-AAA pairings set for region tournament
Huntington High faces Man in the opener while Logan meets the winner of Huntington East and Barboursville in Charleston for Region 4 Class AAA. Games run the week of March 17 with site choices and costs debated. Memorial Field House rent could influence venue.
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