New Yorkism ruins turkey day on NBC Thanksgiving show
Mike Downey criticizes NBCs Thanksgiving broadcast as a New York dominated spectacle featuring OJ Simpson and Buffalo Bills players. He mocks the parade style, fake headlines, and cross promotion, noting the overhyped New York sports culture and the emotional appeal used to sell the event.
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Blazers edge Broome County 5 2 led by J C and J S
Jacques Caron stopped the foes and John Stewart scored as the Syracuse Blazers defeated Broome County 5 to 2 at War Memorial before 4 287 fans marking a potential final shared performance by the duo.
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Indians land Bill Melton from Angels in cash deal
Los Angeles AP reported the Cleveland Indians acquired 31 year old Bill Melton from the California Angels for cash and a player to be named. Manager Phil Seghi praised Melton as a power bat and potential designated hitter. The trade follows Seghi at the annual meeting amid rumors of a three way deal involving the Yankees and Rangers.
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Dons overpower Cal Bears to stay unbeaten in strong showing
San Francisco Dons defend hard to beat California 93 70 at Berkeley led by Cartwright 24 Redmond 22 Baynes 16 as Cal stalls after halftime. Wake Forest wins 92 75 over Washington, while Oregon and Arizona State win in related showings.
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Caron stars as Blazers edge Dusters in WM battle
Stewart leads Syracuse with a standout performance as Blazers rally, Caron shines in net, and Stewy Stewan earns the No. 1 star. Blazers recover from early pressure to defeat Broome County 4 2, with Cowell Cowell and Russell adding scoring support and a late third period dagger by Stewy. Attendance reaches 4,287 as Syracuse tightens race with BC.
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Local skaters win at North Atlantic Figure Skating Champs
Leanne and Jeff LaBrake of Lake Placid captured first in the Junior Pair division at the North Atlantic Figure Skating Championships. They outpaced second-place duo Dawn Stith of North Bellmore and Robert Young of Hartford, Conn.
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USOC to Approve Squaw Valley Training Center Plan
The United States Olympic Committee Executive Committee opens a two day meeting in New York with plans to approve a year round Squaw Valley training center for Summer and Winter Games athletes. A $500,000 minimum budget from donations is cited for the site of the 1960 Winter Games.
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Louisville Hosts Syracuse In High Stakes Season Opener
Louisville, ranked 7 8 in national polls, hosts underdog Syracuse at Freedom Hall in a marquee opener. The Cards, featuring Darrell Griffith and Bobby Turner, aim to rebound after an 81 76 overtime win at Vanderbilt. Syracuse favorite Pitino praises Louisville’s rebounding and balance despite recent turnover woes.
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NASL adopts shootout penalty kick to settle ties
The NASL approves a new one on one shootout rule to replace the old sudden death in 1977. Each team gets five kicks from 35 yards with five seconds for the kicker while the goalie may advance to defend the goal.
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