West Virginia triple bill promises a Morgantown night
A November 21 double header in Morgantown features the Mountaineers football team versus Syracuse and a WVU benefit game by the varsity and freshman basketball teams. Syracuse, coached by Ben Schwartzwalder, boasts a strong backfield led by Floyd Little and Billy Hunter with Jim Nance at fullback, while WVU headlines its freshman basketball standout Ron Williams from Weirton and top recruits such as Dick Penrod and Dave Reaser.
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Pettit Quietly Reaches 20000 Points After Long Career
New York NBA star Bob Pettit recalls his unlikely rise from a rookie who faced doubt to an all time scorer. He describes learning to adapt from LSU pivot to forward with the Milwaukee Hawks, training to add strength and improve shooting, rebounding, and ball handling. Ed Macauley adds Pettit’s steady focus and clear businesslike approach.
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William and Mary capture Southern Conference cross country title
William and Mary won the Southern Conference cross country title at Davidson as Jimmy Johnson shattered the meet record by 1.01 minutes on the 4.1 mile course. West Virginia finished second with Virginia Military Institute third and Davidson fourth, followed by Furman Richmond Virginia Tech and The Citadel. Don Sweeney and Howard Jackson of West Virginia and Avery Sayer of Furman also finished faster than the old mark.
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Pettit earns NBA 20000 points with quiet mastery
The praise for Bob Pettit focuses on his cooperative nature and leadership. He became the first NBA player to reach 20000 points, a milestone achieved with minimal fanfare, underscoring his unique impact and reliability on the court.
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Schweickert to Leave Hospital After Eye Injury
Roanoke Virginia Tech quarterback Bob Schweickert is to be released today from the hospital where he hasTreatment for an eye injury suffered in the Tech Syracuse game last Saturday. He was struck in the eye by Syracuse player Jim Cheyunski during a tackle and missed the second half. Tech officials say the injury caused double vision since Monday but should clear by Saturday.
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West Still Leads NBA Statistics
New York UPI report notes Wilt Chamberlain and Oscar Robertson off injury lists. Jerry West remains scoring leader with 423 points. Chamberlain close behind at 365. West tops scoring average at 36.5, despite limited games due to illness. Robertson tallies 101 assists in 10 games while eye infection sidelined him. Rebounds leader is Bill Russell with 311, Lucas has 297.
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Notre Dame Defense Leads Unbeaten Irish to Six Wins
Notre Dame rides a dominant defense to an undefeated 6–0 start led by captain Jim Carroll and sophomore linemen. John Ray, returning as defensive line coach, pairs with Ara Parseghian to deploy a platooned front that stifles opponents, allowing 30 rushing yards per game and key stops against Wisconsin and Stanford.
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Blaik Attacks Coaches Using All Plays By Substitutes
New York report questions college coaches who rely on liberal substitution to direct strategy. Col Earl Blaik condemns sending in players as messengers, favoring the quarterback's own feel for the game. Woody Hayes and others are cited, with a poll showing most coaches prefer the quarterback control.
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Steelers Hold Extra Workout After Redskins Loss
PITTSBURGH Steelers held an extra workout as coach Buddy Parker abandons the usual midseason break after a 30-0 loss to Washington. The 3-7 team, in the NFL Eastern Conference cellar, prepares to face the New York Giants with rookie end Jim Kelly slated for surgery and Gary Ballman possibly out with a shoulder injury. The piece also discusses coaching philosophy on sideline play calling from Bear Bryant, Blaik, Nelson, Donelli, Unverforth, and Archie Roberts.
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Notre Dame Maintains No 1 Stand In Final UPI Board
Notre Dame remains the top team for a third straight week as coaches on the UPI rating board vote the Irish No 1. Alabama trails with limited remaining games while Arkansas Nebraska Michigan Ohio State Syracuse and Oregon hold positions. LSU moves up to eighth as other top teams prepare for weekend finales.
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Lions Panthers Renew Rivalry In Beaver Stadium Clash
Penn State faces Pitt in a renew all time rivalry at Beaver Stadium as defensive star Glen Ressler protects the Lion line while Pitt quarterback Fred Mazurek seeks edge. Both teams bring 5-4 and 3-4-2 records amid upset chances as Mazurek and Wydman duel for QB duties.
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Keydets Top Pass Defense But Citadel Wins
Virginia Military Institute led the Southern Conference in pass defense until a 174 loss to The Citadel. Tech yielded 34 aerial yards while the Citadel totaled 73.2 passing yards to VMI's 72.7. Citadel still leads total defense and punting. Virginia Tech leads in total and rushing offense.
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Willie Mays To Help SF Manager
Herman Franks the new manager of the San Francisco Giants delegates more responsibility to captain Willie Mays. Franks says Mays will come to the office periodically to discuss the team and will be shielded from road pressures that cause him nerves. Mays led with 47 home runs and a .296 batting average last season while facing constant autograph requests and contact from fans and salesmen.
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