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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1973
Page
5
A compact sports roundup from United Press International covers scores and highlights across leagues. It summarizes key outcomes, notable performances, and standings without detailed play-by-play, reflecting the era’s concise wire format.
Northwestern coach Brad Snyder steps down following a 79 to 74 upset of Minnesota that ended hopes for the Big Ten title. He cites failure to recruit blue chip players as central to his decision, saying he aimed to make Northwestern a winner within four years.
Arizona State meets the California Angels at Phoenix Municipal Stadium in a night game led by former Sun Devil coach Bobby Winkles. The Sun Devils carry an 18 2 record into the contest.
Phoenix California racer Bob Criss 34 from Newport Beach was killed during a FasTrack practice for the USAC Championship 150 mile race. Deputies report he lost control at the fourth turn, struck a wall and crashed into a barricade at about 120 mph driving an Offy-Eagle Indy style car.
Grand Canyon College faces Minnesota’s Winona State in the NAIA tournament first round. The Antelopes bring a 19-9 record while Winona State stands 22-3 with a long win streak. Bayard Forrest leads GCC with 17.2 points and 14.6 rebounds, joined by Irvine Baxter at forward and Wilcox Helton at guard in the starting lineup.
New York St John’s basketball coach Frank Mulzoff resigns after completing the third year of a three year contract set to expire on June 30. The university offered a new two year deal with a raise, but Mulzoff said he is seeking a new challenge elsewhere.
USAC season opener Phoenix 150 features Al and Bobby Unser and drivers Mario Andretti Joe Leonard Roger McClusky Gary Bettenhausen and Billy Vukovich. Bobby seeks repeat success while Al aims to end a winless stretch. FasTrack Speedway tickets available at Del Webb's TowneHouse Select-A-Seat and Hanny's stores.
Baseball action at Scottsdale Stadium features the Chicago Cubs against the California Angels at 1 p.m. Also on schedule are prep baseball McClintock at Saguaro and track meets Scottsdale at Arcadia and Saguaro at Coronado, all at 4 p.m.
Oscar Robertson amasses 25 points and 12 assists to power Milwaukee past Phoenix 126 95. Kareem Abdul Jabbar adds 34 as the Bucks dominate in rebounds steals and shooting while Suns stars struggle with low scoring nights. Robertson notes peak form heading into the playoffs.
The California Angels add an Angel Hot Line on KXTC 92.3 a special 10 minute network segment before games. Bobby Winkles answers listener questions discusses team strategy and players. Winkles formerly coached Arizona State University achieving three NCAA titles and four WAC championships with a .752 winning percentage.
Phoenix Roadrunners chase WHL lead meeting third place San Diego Gulls with 11 games left. Salt Lake tops by two points with 13 games remaining, while Phoenix aims to rebound after a 5-0 win in the prior matchup.
UCLA coach John Wooden previews the West Regionals at Pauley Pavilion with top seed UCLA facing Arizona State while Cal State Long Beach meets USF. UCLA holds a 71 game NCAA streak and 32 straight tournament wins, as Wooden notes ASU fast break threat and questions about their press.
UCLA was named national basketball champion by the UPI Board of Coaches with all 35 first place votes, achieving a third straight top ranking and its fifth title while finishing 26-0 after beating Southern Cal 76-56. North Carolina State was second at 27-0, Long Beach State third, and Arizona State entered the rankings at 13th.
The Chicago Cubs hoped to start spring training games today if showers ceased. Scottsdale Stadium's field was being dried for Cubs vs A's at 1 p.m. with Pappas facing Nolan Ryan. Other area games and events were canceled or postponed due to rain.
Arcadia beat Coronado 207 to 212 at Papago Golf Course in a rain soaked dual. Marty Butler led Arcadia with 39, followed by Shawn Bellis 40 and Scott Clark 41, while Coronado’s John Gundy led with 40. other Dons scorers included Ziemba Lindsey Watkins and Johnson with 43s.
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