Tom Jones Joins SCC Drovers Basketball Roster
Scottsdale Community College adds Tom Jones a 6 6 forward from Brooklyn NY to its Drovers roster He is praised by coach Dan Duncan as the best major college forward prospect on the squad and is slated as a starter for the opener against Ricks College Jones cites his goal to play professionally and describes SCC’s fast running style and supportive coach as key reasons for joining The article notes two scrimmage losses but focuses on Jones readiness and expectations for the season
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Russian gymnast Olga Korbut sidelined with spinal trouble
The 17 year old Soviet star Olga Korbut, who lit up Munich with three golds and a silver, suffered a spinal disc problem during a Denmark trip. Pending rest at a Caucasus spa, coach Larissa Latynana said recovery timing is uncertain and return to competition cannot be promised.
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Tech to face Louisiana Tech in Grantland Rice Bowl
Tennessee Tech accepted an invitation to meet Louisiana Tech in the Grantland Rice Bowl in Baton Rouge Louisiana on December 9. The Ohio Valley Conference champion earned the bid for the postseason game.
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Cosic Back Lifts BYU as WAC Preseason Favorite
BYU, with Cosic returning for the regular season under Glenn Potter, is favored to win a third straight WAC title. The NCAA bans postseason play for Cosic, but the conference allows regular-season action as BYU tops a crowded field including Texas-El Paso, New Mexico, Wyoming, Arizona, Colorado State, Utah, and Arizona State.
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Arnold Palmer’s Putters and the Sweet Spot Theory
Arnold Palmer explains finding a putter’s sweet spot by lightly tapping the face to feel a straight swing. He recommends aligning the ball opposite the sweet spot for solid contact and minimal head rotation.
Chicago youth visit for third Saguaro Bowl in Phoenix
More than 100 Pop Warner players and 80 parents arrive from Chicago for the third annual Saguaro Bowl at Saguaro High School. Three teams from North Austin Boys Club coached by John O Gara compete against Scottsdale Cherokees Rancheros and Paradise Valley Huskies. Games begin 9 a.m. with an admission charge and food stalls.
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Kennedy Leads ASU In Fans Night Scrimmage
Six foot eleven freshman Ron Kennedy scored 18 points and grabbed 17 rebounds in Arizona State's Fans Night scrimmage. Top scorer James Brown posted 22 points on 10 of 16 shooting, while Jim Owens added 18 points.
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Best Best Grinnin s Guy at Phoenix Greyhound Park
Scottsdale Daily Progress lists dog selections for tonight's Phoenix races. The veteran handicapper ranks dogs by preference with post positions shown before each dog. Races run Wednesday through Sunday at 8 p.m. at 380 E Washington St Phoenix.
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Runners back on home ice at Veterans Memorial Coliseum
The Phoenix Roadrunners return to home ice at Veterans Memorial Coliseum to host the Fort Worth Wings in a 8 p.m. game. Phoenix seeks to move into the Western Hockey League lead after a 6-3 loss on a month-long road swing, with John Gorton slated to return and captain Adam Keller still sidelined.
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Dodgers Parker Retires After 33rd Birthday
Wes Parker, Los Angeles Dodgers Gold Glove first baseman who drove in 11 runs in 1970, announces retirement one week after turning 33. He asks to be placed on the Dodgers voluntary retired list, citing desire to enjoy other interests while still young.
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Women golfers compete in multi-course events at Valley and beyond
Helen Fischer won the President's Cup low net at Valley CC with 202 over 54 holes. Margie Markham was runner up at 215 and Micki Schwab 221. Betty George and ene Vogel tied for fourth. Phyllis Byerhoff 227 for sixth. Subsequent flights at Valley and other clubs record flight winners by scores, including Wuanita Dunkerry and Adaline Graves.
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Saguaro Freshmen Tennis Clinches 12-0 Victory Over McClintock
The Saguaro freshmen finish the season undefeated at 12-0 with a 12-0 win over McClintock. Ross Johnson won 8-5, Jeff Nelson and Jay Stewart shutout 8-0, and pairs Nelson Johnson 8-2 and Sakis Hoover 8-1 pace doubles.
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