WFL ousts Davidson as owners seek league turn around
The World Football League replaces commissioner Gary Davidson with an executive committee led by John Bassett after Chicago Fire owner Tom Origer threatened to quit unless Davidson left. Donald Regan becomes executive director. Davidson joins Southern California as an owner. League plans 1975 season with at least 10 teams and moves office to New York.
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Ali Regains World Heavyweight Title With KO of Foreman
In Kinshasa Zaire Muhammad Ali defeated George Foreman by knockout at 2 58 of the eighth round to become the second man to regain the world heavyweight championship. He earned 5 million dollars in the richest fight in history and celebrated after proving he was the greatest.
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Ali Defeats Foreman in 8th Round to Regain Crown
In a dramatic event at the 20th of May Stadium, Muhammad Ali used rope protection and precise counter punches to topple George Foreman in the eighth round. The victory, Ali's 45th, makes him one of two heavies to reclaim the title, ending Foreman’s string of knockouts and thrilling a 50,000 strong crowd.
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Ali Wins Remains Relentless in Quest for More Mountains
Muhammad Ali, after defeating George Foreman in Zaire, signals talk of retirement yet vows to keep fighting. The bout exposed fatigue on both fighters, with Ali dancing little and Foreman winded, as Ali contemplates more title hunts and shifting reminders of his famed will to win.
Roadrunners Meet Jets on Winnipeg Road Trip
Phoenix Roadrunners aim to snap a winless road skid as they face the Winnipeg Jets led by Bobby Hull. Phoenix sits 2-3-1 in WHA West, Jets stand 3-1 atop Canadian Division while Rob Ftorek returns from injury for his first road appearance. Coach Sandy Hucul cites mental lapses and unfamiliar rink venues as factors.
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Seattle Kings quit bid for pro football franchise
The Seattle Kings announced they are out of the race to obtain a professional football franchise, saying the effort has been abandoned.
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Unseld shines as Bullets open 6-0 behind rebounding impact
Washington’s Wes Unseld, back from injury, anchors a 96-80 win over Chicago as Phil Chenier 27 and Elvin Hayes 20 pace the Bullets. Motta praises Unseld's all around play while the Bulls suffer. Other NBA results include Boston 107 Cleveland 92 and Golden State 130 Buffalo 101.
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Aaron Aims to Match Oh in Tokyo Home Run Duel
Hank Aaron doubts he will be in peak shape for the Tokyo home run contest against Sadaharu Oh after leaving for Japan. He plans to decide his playing future as Milwaukee Brewers discussions continue and notes a recent honor from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society in New York.
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Suns Face 76ers After Slipping to Pacific Basement
Phoenix Suns travel to Philadelphia seeking their first road win as they sit 2-3 while the 76ers are 3-2. Billy Cunningham returns to action for Philadelphia after a ABA stint. Guard Charlie Scott leads Phoenix at 22 points per game and Curtis Perry averages 12.2 rebounds. The Suns opened their eight game road swing last Friday and have dropped to last in the division after losses to Seattle and Los Angeles.
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Jets rally past Chiefs in Boys' Club game 20-7
Jets defeated the Chiefs 20-7 on Tuesday night with two second half touchdowns. Jeff Julliett connected with Danny Saltich for the lone Chiefs score as weight football action continued.
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ASU Benefit Tourney Moves to Camelback for Second Year
The Arizona State University Student Foundation Golf Tournament shifts from McCormick Ranch to Camelback Country Club in Scottsdale. Rep John Rhodes will open the event with early holes, proceeds support ASU improvement projects, shotgun start moves to 8:30 a.m., buffet at 3 p.m. poolside, cocktails at 2 p.m., entry is 25 dollars covering buffet social hour green fees and an electric cart. Players may enter as two person teams or solo with random pairings, men and women in separate divisions using the Callaway scoring system.
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