Problems plague Yank track team at Munich Olympics
Soviet Union adds to its gold tally with a world record in moving target rifle and a bronze in free pistol as the U S track and field stumbles. Steve Smyth fails in pole vault qualification while American men’s basketball stays undefeated. Mark Spitz nets two more golds in swimming as the U S totals nine medals for the day and 31 overall.
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Schedule mixup tests nerves at Olympic track day
Russians prevail as confusion shadows events with late changes to the 100 meter heats. Stan Wright and Oregon coach Bill Bowerman tighten plans after misread times while reporters note the tense atmosphere and emotional reactions to the tragic setback.
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U S Athletes Rally Against Ban on Catapole Pole Vault
UPI sports report from Munich cites USA complaints over scoring and officiating. Seagren's catapult pole, banned then reinstated, faces renewed scrutiny while Isaksson and Nordwig challenge Olympic plans. Swimming and boxing results favor non US competitors amid disputed times and judges decisions.
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Dolphins Vying for Repeat Super Bowl Run Under Shula
Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula faces a tougher schedule and defensive depth worries as Miami aims for another AFC title and a return to the Super Bowl. Key players include Griese Warfield Csonka Kiick and veterans Manny Fernandez Stanfill and Dunaway.
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Las Vegas Night Special at Phoenix College Stadium
The Las Vegas Casinos visit the Phoenix Blazers for a 7:30 kickoff in a third meeting this season. Las Vegas holds a 1 0 series edge after wins and the game features halftime acts by Phoenix Young Entertainers and Miss Arizona Linda Gail Shrine.
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Mackey signs one year deal with Seattle Sonics
Joe Mackey of Scottsdale, the No. 4 draft pick for the Seattle Sonics, signed a one year contract with the NBA team for an undisclosed salary. The USC forward averaged 18.9 points and 146 rebounds in his senior year and had a 14.4 PPG college career, after playing high school basketball at Coronado.
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