Beavers face altered plans after loss of key center
Scottsdale High School basketball preview notes coach Bill Owen shifted from a power inside game after Bert Springer moved to Prescott. With 6-3 Dave Michaelson and 6-0 Rick McGinley leading, the Beavers rebuild around speed and defense while managing injuries and untested players as they aim to rebound and pass well.
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Nets Top Squires 116 97 Behind Taylor Defense
The New York Nets defeated the Virginia Squires 116 97 as Brian Taylor limited Burden to six points. Julius Erving scored 31 and sparked a late surge, with the Nets pulling away after leading by small margins through three quarters. Swen Nater added 19 for New York. Neumann led Virginia with 24.
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Mixed doubles exhibition at Chaparral Racquet Club
Claire Schmoyer and Carter Lenoir will face Caryn Copeland and Bill Lenoir in a mixed doubles match at Chaparral Racquet Club. The best-of-three sets begins 12 30 p m. Schmoyer is ASU’s former No 1 and recently placed second in the Phoenix Open mixed doubles. Copeland, 14, won the Mike Hardin 18 and under title and the National Public Parks 14 and under crown. Bill Lenoir is Chaparral’s head pro.
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City Parks and Recreation Men’s Basketball League Meeting
An organizational meeting for the city Parks and Recreation Department men’s basketball league is set for Dec 11 at 7 p.m. in the Scottsdale Center for the Arts conference room on the second floor. The $130 entry fee covers officials scorekeepers trophies and 14 league games.
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Backup QBs Shape NFL Playoff Hopes as Season Nears End
Miami relies on 41 year old Earl Morrall at quarterback after Bob Griese injury as the Dolphins chase the AFC East title. Cincinnati may start John Reaves if Ken Anderson cannot play, while Pittsburgh leads the AFC Central behind a rested streak.
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Elliott directs Wildcats to 96 67 win over Oregon State
Arizona center Bob Elliott scored 23 points and grabbed 11 rebounds to lead 11th ranked Arizona over Lonnie Shelton and Oregon State 96 to 67 in Tucson. Elliott criticized Shelton's hook shot and discussed the Beavers star under legal injunction.
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Sun Devils add talents Taylor Wright Zeno in roster notes
The Sun Devils introduce guard Rick Taylor a 63 sophomore from San Diego who led JV scoring and is a strong all around recruit. Forward Ken Wright a 6 7 transfer from Gibbs HS Florida shows scoring and rebounding potential. Freshman forward Tony Zeno from Los Angeles brings 20 points and 16 rebounds per game as a standout in Washington HS.
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Checking Blood Pressure When You Feel Fine
If you do not know your blood pressure, visit a doctor or clinic for a pressure check. High blood pressure often has no noticeable symptoms, so testing is important even when you feel well. If diagnosed, follow medical advice on medicines diet and weight loss if overweight.
Hoosiers Bruins clash in Bartow homecoming at UCLA
UCLA coach Gene Bartow returns to his home state for a nationally televised showdown with Indiana as the Bruins defend their national title. Bartow eyes a landmark win amid high expectations as top ranked foes challenge UCLA in a season opener noted for other marquee results across college basketball.
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Flames end slump with 6 3 win over Maple Leafs
Atlanta coach Fred Creighton watches the Flames snap a week-long skid by beating Toronto 6 3. Larry Romanchych scored twice as Errol Thompson and Tom Lysiak tied and led the offense amid key goals from Hilliard Graves and Rey Comeau. Other NHL results include Buffalo 4 California 2. WHA action saw Houston 7 Edmonton 4 and Winnipeg 5 Toronto 3 with Nedomansky scoring twice for the Maple Leafs.
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Dog Selex Picks For Phoe nix Greyhound Park Races
Veteran track handicapper tabulates lane assignments for tonight's races at Phoenix Greyhound Park. Top pick is Lollyann in race six with best bet and quinella in race six.
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