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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1976
Page
9
The NCAA placed the University of Kentucky on two years probation for violations across football and basketball programs. The action stemmed from conduct issues under Kentucky's athletic department, affecting its major sports and compliance.
Ilie Nastase of Romania defeats Manuel Orantes of Spain 6-2 2-6 6-1 to advance in the World Championship Tennis Challenge Cup, increasing his earnings to $250,000 as the defending champion prepares for the final.
Sunday results feature Boston, Philadelphia, Denver and Los Angeles posting wins. Monday shows no games while Tuesday lists Detroit at New York Knicks and Boston at Cleveland among others.
In the NEC divisional round Minnesota defeated Washington 35 to 20 and Oakland beat New England 24 to 21 while Pittsburgh overwhelmed Baltimore 40 to 14. Los Angeles edged Dallas 14 to 12 in the NEC divisional. The NEC championship features Los Angeles at Minnesota and the AFC championship has Pittsburgh at Oakland with Super Bowl XI to follow AVC Champion versus NFC Champion.
In the Chaparral Invitational, Mesa's Joe Koeth defeated Chaparral's Mike Brown 9-1 in a 145-pound final. Brown finished second as his Firebirds placed seventh among 20 teams. Koeth's Jackrabbits won the tournament for the second year running.
The United States defeated Mexico 4-1 in Tucson to advance in Davis Cup action as team captain Tony Trabert considers squad selections for the April regional clash with South Africa. Key results included Raul Ramirez beating Arthur Ashe 6-3 6-4 6-4 and Rosco Tanner topping Roberto Chavez 6-1 6-3 2-6 6-3.
AP dispatch reports the Davis Cup faces funding and political challenges as nations boycott or threaten to boycott over apartheid Chile and other issues. Proposals include a condensed 16 nation finals format with top powers advancing and a two week single-site event to boost audience and sponsorship.
Philadelphia Eagles defensive lineman Brenda Gay was fatally stabbed in his New Jersey apartment early today and his wife Roxanne Gay, 25, was charged with homicide and aggravated assault and battery. Camden County prosecutor said it appears to be a domestic quarrel and an autopsy is planned.
Arizona and Arizona State win Pac-8 entry, switch some Western Athletic games to Pac-10 to secure league title and Rose Bowl berth in 1978. Regents approve invitation. leaders discuss scheduling changes and contract terms with WAC partners amid potential five year expectations.
Kentucky’s third ranked Wildcats lose 70-68 to Utah in the Kentucky Invitational final. Joe Hall vows improvement after the stunning setback, with plans to use the loss to motivate the team. Top 20 shocks also include Marquette fall to Louisville and Arizona’s defeat by Detroit.
Gordy Howe scored late to seal Houston’s 6 4 win over Phoenix Roadrunners in WHA action. Houston extends its dominance with a 13th straight win against the Roadrunners, who dropped to 10 losses in 11 games. Howe’s short handed tally followed a three goal second period flurry by the Aeros. Ted Taylor tied play, Rich Preston converted on the power play, Cam Connor opened scoring and Larry Lund added a third period point for Houston.
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