Celtics star Russell may quit for Hollywood career
AP reports Celtics center Bill Russell, 35, might resign as player coach to pursue film and TV work on the West Coast. Boston’s Red Auerbach says no definite decision has been made. Russell has led Celtics to 11 titles in 13 years and is noted for his 20,000 rebounds and five MVP awards.
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Homers Spark Cubs Rally Past Braves in Atlanta
Al Spangler and Ron Santo powered a 15 hit Chicago offense with two run homers and Santo’s 11th inning shot as the Cubs beat Atlanta 12 to 6. Banks added a two run double and Popovich an RBI single. Dick Selma carried a no hitter into the sixth before Hank Aaron broke it with a two run homer.
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All star grid squad named for Chicago classic
A 52 player College All Star squad led by O J Simpson was named to face the New York Jets in Soldier Field. With Namath retired, coach Oita Graham selected quarterbacks Terry Hunralty Ban Douglass and Greg Cook to lead a veteran lineup including backs Ron Johnson Earthquake Enyart and receivers such as Jim Seymour.
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Overcall Wins Good Time Pace at Yonkers
Overcall driven by Del Inska won the $59,500 Good Time Pace at Yonkers in 2 32 3. It was his seventh straight win and 6 for 4 this year, boosting career earnings to $515,548 for owner Mrs. Helen Buck of Far Hills.
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Trevino Sees Rough Day As U S Open Defends Title
Lee Trevino opened the U S Open with a four over par 77 after starting strong then slumping. He acknowledged nerves but said he never gets discouraged, planning to press on with his game and rely on his faith.
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Dixie's Stock Cars Lag On New Michigan Speedway
Cambridge Junction Mich AP Dixie's best stock car drivers struggle with speeds at the new Michigan International Speedway. Donny Allison, NASCAR Grand National Rookie of the Year 1967, tops trials at 160.135 mph to grab the pole for Sunday's $95,050 inaugural event. He notes faster laps during prior tire tests, while others fail to hit 165 mph.
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Morey Reaches British Amateur Quarterfinals in England
Dale Morey of High Point New Orleans reached the quarterfinals of the British Amateur in Hoylake England. He faces defending champion Michael Bonallack as he eyes a Walker Cup spot for the U S team against the British Isles in Milwaukee this August. Morey has met Bonallack twice before and previously beat him in the British Amateur.
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Boyd Turns Down Lakers Offer to Stay at USC
USC basketball coach Bob Boyd rejects two Lakers head coach offers. He says after serious consideration he will remain at USC, fulfilling his remaining one year of a four year contract.
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Padres trade Tony Gonzalez for three young Braves
San Diego plans to boost youth by sending 32 year old Tony Gonzalez to Atlanta for three prospects Walt Hriniak Andy Finlay and Ange Hermoso from Shreveport Texas League last season. Dan Desmond listed in fair condition after convulsions from liver issues at St Francis Hospital ICU. Cubs recall Archie Reynolds from Tacoma PCL.
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