Track field controversy over sanctioning power persists
In New York Gen Douglas MacArthur reiterates AAU sole sanctioning power for open meets while USTFF and NCAA press for approval. William Russell of USTFF calls the latest AAU stance not new and urges a formal request for USTFF athlete participation in AAU championships in St Louis June 21-22. The dispute follows ECAC’s directive urging member schools to avoid AAU championships without NCAA sanction.
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USTFF Opens First National Championships in Houston
The USTFF begins its inaugural national track and field championships amid a dispute with the AAU over amateur athletics governance. Held at Jeppesen High School Stadium in Houston, 15,000 seats, about 400 fans attended two weeks earlier, and only 38 of 100 expected schools entered. Notable entrants include UCLA’s C. K. Yang, Northeast Louisiana’s John Pennell, and Arizona State’s mile relay team. Yang, Pennell, and the Arizona State relay squad were slated for the Compton Relays before traveling to Houston.
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NCAA meet opens in Chicago with 53 colleges
More than 200 track stars compete in the first NCAA meet for small colleges as finalists advance to the University division nationals at New Mexico next week. Notables include Loyola miler Tom O’Hara, Jim Johnson of Virginia State, Russ Rogers of Maryland State, and Charles Mays of Maryland State. Finals set for seven events today and 11 Saturday.
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Vernon parts with Senators in baseball split
Washington manager Mickey Vernon officially parted company with the Senators to seek other employment in baseball. Gil Hodges succeeded him as manager on May 22, while Vernon remained with the club as administrative assistant to General Manager George Selkirk.
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Gerrards Market and Banner Play 6 6 Tie in Five Innings
Gerrards Market and Banner Mattress and Upholstery battled to a 6 6 tie at the Community field in five innings. Gerrards led with runs in the first, second and third innings totaling six. Banner answered with two runs in the fifth to force the draw before the game was called on time.
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McGihon Named New Pro at Norton Base
Glenn McGihon, ex Hacienda Golf Club teaching pro and agronomy student, becomes head professional at Norton Air Force Base. He plans to relocate to San Bernardino to pursue a masters in agronomy and turf maintenance. Al Pettengill to assist and run the pro shop. prior roles include Palmway GC Pomona and Arcadia three par course.
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Compton meet draws top milers and vaulters tonight
The Compton Invitational track meet showcases a dream entry list with five four minute milers, six 16 foot pole vaulters, and six seven foot high jumpers. Peter Snell of New Zealand leads the mile with a world mark of 3 34 4 as four Americans Jim Beatty, Jim Grelle, Dyron Burleson, and Cary Weisszer challenge for an upset victory.
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Updegraff Eliminated in British Amateur Semifinals
In rain soaked play at St Andrews England’s Michael Lunt and John Blackwell defeated Americans Dr Ed Updegraff and Dr Don Luceti to end the US bid for the final. Davies of Pebble Beach and Sikes of Springdale led the American charge with four quarterfinals, while Luceti toppled English contender Martin Christmas to stay alive in the draw.
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