Virginia Tech Blocked From ACC Expansion Bid
Virginia Tech failed in its bid to join the Atlantic Coast Conference after a 50 minute closed session in Research Triangle Park. Conference officials from the seven member schools rejected the application after a careful review of the on site report and related considerations.
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Virginia Tech Denied ACC Readmission in 1977 Vote
The ACC rejected Virginia Tech's application to return, with Clemson and Virginia among sponsors but five schools needed. Hokies athletic director Frank Mosley voiced disappointment yet remained hopeful for future reap plications while noting potential loss of tournament revenue and booster support.
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All-County Team Named Highlighting Raleigh Standouts
Shady Spring Tigers lead the All-Raleigh County Coaches team with Rex Lehew and Mark Link as forwards. Lehew tops with 17 points and 18 rebounds per game while Link averages 10 points and 11 rebounds. Also named are Randy Murdock of Marsh Fork, Pat Bryant, Orlando Johnson, and David Hill, with Hill at 21 points and 10 rebounds.
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Davis Leads Portland to 108 92 Playoff Win
Portland Blazers reach Western Conference finals by defeating Denver 108 92. Rookie Johnny Davis scored 25 points filling in for injured Dave Twardzik as Portland wins best of seven 4 2 and waits the L A Warriors series winner. Ramsay reshapes Blazers with Walton Lucas to boost title hopes.
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McGhee Wakefield Wise Spark Eagle Victory
Gary McGhee led Woodrow Wilson with three hits including a three run homer as the Eagles beat Princeton 9 6. Andy Wakefield contributed a home run a single a walk four RBI and two runs while Donny Wise pitched a complete game and other key plays fueled the win.
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Steinbrenner bets on Steve's Friend in Kentucky Derby
George Steinbrenner bets on Steve's Friend to challenge Seattle Slew and about 15 other 3 year olds in the 103rd Kentucky Derby. The horse cost 26000 and has earned 184163 after winning the Hollywood Derby. Trainer John Fulton and jockey Ruben Hernandez keep him disciplined as Steinbrenner eyes a Derby run and buys Derby tickets in a deal for pitcher Mike Torrez.
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Seattle’s Pick Sets Early Draft Uncertainty and Trade Talk
The NFL draft opened with Tampa Bay expected to select USC running back Ricky Bell while Seattle weighed between a defensive monster and the popular choice Tony Dorsett. Seattle eyed defensive tackle Mike Butler as a top prospect and considered past moves like bypassing Chuck Muncie for Steve Niehaus. Cincinnati eyed line help as third pick. Jets and Giants viewed Dorsett as a potential drawing card alongside star backs.
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Lum Delivers Reds Big Hit To Beat Cards 3 2
Mike Lum delivered a pinch hit single in the ninth inning to score Cesar Geronimo and seal a 3 2 Reds win over the Cardinals. George Foster doubled in the bottom of the ninth and Geronimo reached on an infield hit before Lum's game winner. Cesar Geronimo also scored on a misplayed throw by Hector Cruz, with Lum's hit stinging the bat as it found right field. The Reds rallied from a two run deficit to avoid a double play and capture the game.
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