Nofers to clash with Phillips 66ers in Memorial Coliseum
Arizona prepares for a pivotal AAU matchup as the new Nofers take on the 11 time national champions Phillips 66ers at Memorial Coliseum. Organizer Tony Cerkvenik says fan reception could shape the Nofers future plans. The 6 p.m cage duel precedes the 8 p.m basketball clash with tickets at $1 $2 and $3.
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the Horse) Cerkvenik
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Kofa High Roster Promises Fast Break Strength This Season
Kofa High School's 1966 67 basketball team returns three starters Chris Christianson Randy Farrar and Jesse Cuen plus guard Frank Orduno as the lone letterman The coach Jim Deyo expects leadership from Christianson and Farrar while height remains a concern The Kings will use a man to man defense and aim for a quick pace in hopes of improving on a 2 18 record last season and challenging Tempe Coronado and Arcadia for IAA honors
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Arizona to interview six candidates for coaching post
Tucson reports University of Arizona officials will meet a top coaching prospect on campus today but will not release the visitor’s name. Don Coryell, coach of the 1966 San Diego State champions, heads a six man list with interest also noted from Kansas and Wichita State.
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Casper urges new U S Canada Cup selection method
Billy Casper, the 1966 money leader and U S Open champion, criticizes the Canada Cup pick of Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. He asks the selectors to consider the two top money winners for U S representation, saying he did all he could but was not chosen.
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Florence seeks 1976 Olympics with Brundage support
Florence officials announce a bid for the 1976 Games after IOC President Avery Brundage praises the city as a perfect setting. He calls Florence a rightful host and vows to push the bid, aligning with America’s bicentennial celebrations and past U.S. hosting delays.
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Bruins Sweep Ratings as UCLA Dominates UPI Board
UCLA, led by Lew Alcindor, ran to 34 of 35 first place votes and 349 of 350 points in the UPI college basketball ratings. Texas Western and Michigan State follow, with Kentucky dropping after a 98 97 overtime loss. Cincinnati cracks the top 10 as season standings unfold through Saturday games.
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Scottsdale coaches name Week 1 Players of the Week
Arcadia's Larry Leesman, Saguaro's Mike Charles, Scottsdale's George Koepke, and Coronado's Jack Crews earned Players of the Week honors. Leesman posts 2 points 22 rebounds 9 assists 5 steals in two wins. Charles nets 31 points and top rebounder. Koepke adds 27 points eight rebounds and key assists. Crews records 12 points 13 rebounds as Coronado beats Westwood.
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