Frazier Scorns Heavyweight Foes Eyes Patterson
Joe Frazier shows little respect for most heavyweight title rivals, naming Floyd Patterson as the sole challenger he respects. He recalls Patterson beating Jerry Quarry and predicts Patterson will win in their upcoming Los Angeles bout.
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Patterson plans comeback after near-miss with Muhammad Ali
Floyd Patterson recalls a cancelled rematch with Cassius Clay and a back injury as he contemplates a return. He cites tough road experiences and past rivals like Sonny Liston Zora Folley and Roy Harris while noting potential clashes with Quarry and others in the World Boxing Association era.
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Patterson Seeks Third Heavyweight Title In Quarry Bout
Floyd Patterson says he feels strong and will win as he prepares for a 12 round bout with Jerry Quarry at the Olympic Auditorium in a World Boxing Association tournament opening. Their June LA draw featured Patterson down twice in round two and Quarry down once.
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Soccer league sign-up set for winter play
Registration for winter Scottsdale league at Soloma School Wednesday 7 p.m. Anther registrations Saturday at Pima School. Open to all boys ages eight to fourteen. No prior play needed and no equipment required.
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Thornton quits football at Northern Arizona University
Northern Arizona University back Chris Thornton resigns from the Lumberjacks squad and plans to transfer after the first semester. The 200-pound sophomore led small college rushers with 316 yards on 28 carries in a game against Western Illinois and set a school record with 109 carries for 788 yards and nine touchdowns in five games this season. Coach Andy MacDonald noted the departure after a earlier disciplinary absence and a hamstring injury.
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Crusaders and Meadows Reach Scottsdale Semi finals
The Crusaders beat Coca Cola 1 hit game as Carlos Holland struck out 10 in a 1 run loss. Meadowa pitcher Rudy Aranda earned the win after limiting Hustle Inn to three singles in a late rally. Circle H and Peru Club face off tonight as Morris awaits the Circle H Peru Club winner.
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Knights stretch lead with sixth straight win in UPI rankings
St Mary’s remains No. 1 in the United Press International power index after defeating Sunnyslope 28-7 and holding its sixth straight win. West Phoenix climbs to third after a 40-12 win over Phoenix Union, while Catalina moves up to fourth with a 6-0 mark. Pueblo, Salpointe swap spots as Coolidge and North Phoenix break into the top ten. St. Mary’s meets Moon Valley, West Phoenix faces Alhambra.
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USC tightens hold on polls Bruins close Trojans picked
USC remains No 1 in the United Press International college football ratings after a 23-6 win over Washington. UCLA rises to No 8 with a 21-3 victory over Stanford. Colorado moves to No 3 with a 21-16 win over Nebraska. Purdue falls after losing to Texas and Tennessee thumps Alabama.
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Expansion forecast: 24 MLB clubs by 1969 via hotel chat
UPI reports Sen. Stuart Symington and Joseph Cronin clashed over expansion timelines in a Chicago hotel room. They ultimately agreed the American League would grow to 12 teams by 1980, salting plans for Kansas City and potential Seattle or Dallas as future franchises.
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Runners endure hard practice ahead of key game
Phoenix Roadrunners coach Alf Pike ran a two hour drill at Memorial Coliseum in Reena focusing on power play adjustments. The team prepares for a midweek contest against the Portland Buckaroos after a season with too many missed chances and ineffective penalty killing.
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U S Faces Slim Chance to Top Russians in Pre-Olympics
In Mexico City during the Pre-Olympics the United States trails the Soviet Union, with Russia holding 46 medals to the Japanese 25 and the U.S. tied with East Germany for third with three golds. Americans target skeet shooting diving and boxing, while 20 swimming golds await before Oct 29.
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Arizona golf tourney state qualifier set at Goodyear Club
Two days of qualifying begin Wednesday for the Arizona Golf Association state championship at the Goodyear Golf and Country Club. About 90 players enter with the top 32 advancing to the final, featuring former champions Ted Adams and Dick Hopwood along with Splonick and state players Morley Purtzer and Powers.
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