WVU Wins First Southern Conference Title in Six Years
West Virginia edged George Washington 20 19 to claim its first SC championship since 195? with coach Gene Corum urging focus before the clash with William and Mary. Madison and Piscorik spearheaded the win as WVU hosts William and Mary next weekend in Morgantown.
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Marshall Faces Kent State After Bowling Green Setback
Marshall coach Charlie Snyder says Kent State presents a tougher challenge after a 28 0 loss to Bowling Green. The Falcons’ win extended their MAC lead as BG capitalized on Marshall mistakes including a fumble a blocked punt and a interception. Snyder notes improved run game and disciplined defense will be needed to rebound.
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Celtics Hold Off Royals In Close Win
Boston, riding a 26 point lead, survived a late Cincinnati rally to win 106 103 behind Sam Jones 26 points. Wilt Chamberlain scored 41 for the Warriors in a 130 121 victory over the Knicks as Willis Reed countered with 38.
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Mount Hope Faces Possible Playoff Opponent In WV Class AA
Mt Hope remains assured of a Class AA berth as Oak Hill nears, with Magnolia and Gary contending for the other slot depending on weekend results. Mt Hope will host or travel based on bonus points, with a Martinsburg site possible if Magnolia loses.
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Penn State Jells Into Form With Ohio State Upset
Penn State, now 4 4, upset No 2 Ohio State 27 0 at Columbus, gaining 201 rushing and 148 passing yards. QB Gary Wydman threw 12 of 22 for 148 and ran for a TD as Don Kunst and Dirk Nye added scores. Coach Rip Engle praised the win, but injuries to Steve Schrecengost and Bob Riggle cloud the victory.
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Five of Nation's Top College Teams Beaten
Ohio State, Georgia Tech, LSU, Purdue and Florida suffered notable defeats as five of the top ten college teams lost or fell from elite status. Penn State shocked Ohio State 27-0, Alabama beat LSU 17-9 clinching the SEC title, and Michigan State upset Purdue 21-7. Notre Dame, Nebraska and Texas dodged upsets, keeping unbeaten or near-unbeaten records, while Arkansas and Michigan won convincingly.
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League Owners Lay Groundwork
League owners returned to their home cities after a three day meeting in Phoenix where Milwaukee was ordered to stay through 1965. Discussion focused on restoring commissioner power and preparing for Houston talks with proposals including umpire training and a free agent draft of younger players.
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Aces Rout Quebec for 80-Goal Win and Eastern Lead
The Quebec Aces dominated to an 80 rout, extending their Eastern Division lead as Jean Gendr on scored twice in one minute. Rochester fell to Pittsburgh 4-1, narrowing the Western race behind Buffalo and Hershey, while Cleveland beat Providence 5-4 in OT.
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Harlem Globetrotters Bring Spectacle to Beckley Armory
Beckley residents will see Abe Saperstein and the Harlem Globetrotters perform tomorrow night at the Raleigh County Armory. The piece reflects on the role of showmanship or gimmicks in sports, citing Cassius Clay and other stars who used bravado and theatrics to elevate their fame while noting the balance with athletic skill.
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Berra Silent on Mets Player Coach Link
Yogi Berra refused to confirm or deny reports he will join the New York Mets as a player coach next season while noting his Yankee contract allows another job. He remains a Yankee but a clause permits departure. Rumors say the Mets offered $40,000, $5,000 more than last year.
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McKinley Wins South American Tennis Title in Buenos Aires
Chuck McKinley of San Antonio, Texas, captured the 17th South American championship when Manuel Santana of Spain retired hurt in the fifth set of the final singles match. Santana led before the heel injury forced retirement, giving McKinley the victory.
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Wittenberg Coach Plans Postseason NCAA Talk
Springfield Ohio reports Coach Bill Edwards of the undefeated Wittenberg Tigers plans to address his team today about the potential acceptance of a postseason NCAA tournament invitation. The Tigers are rated the nation's No. 1 small college football team.
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