High school scrimmage sparks state title talk in Springfield
Springfield and Xenia fans glimpse a potent future as Springfield dominates a Saturday scrimmage, with Springfield’s 66ers era of height and scoring, while Xenia showcases depth and speed. Local pundits predict Roosevelt, Tech and Elyria as early state contenders, and Elyria coach Wingard draws praise at Bryan.
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Xenia
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Sam Davis
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Lorain Golden Gloves Weigh-Ins Sunday
Weigh-ins for the 12th Lorain VFW Golden Gloves tournament are Sunday at 2 p.m. at the VFW Hall in Lorain. About 30 entries are expected for two nights of action January 14 and 21 at the Ohio National Guard Armory. Sixteen championships are up for grabs across open and novice divisions.
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Cleveland Arena
Twyman Wilt Top Record Pace in NBA Scoring Race
New York, UPI. Jack Twyman of the Cincinnati Royals leads the NBA scoring race for the fourth straight week with 1267 points in more games, while Wilt Chamberlain of the Philadelphia Warriors is set to pass him on a per game basis. If both played the same number of games, Chamberlain would have 1424 points. Pettit sits third with 99 points and 26.7 average, and Elgin Baylor has 855 points and 27.2 average.
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Steelers Sign Nisby And Chamberlain For 1960
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced the signings of guard Jack Nisby and rookie fullback Dale Chamberlain to 1960 contracts.
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Brookside Hosts Elyria Catholic Five Panthers
Elyria Catholic aims for its first win of the season as the Panthers visit Brookside Catholic. Coach Duane Gordon has the team running Indian style through the halls to build stamina after an eight game skid. Brookside, led by Dick Levits, counters with a senior heavy lineup and hopes for a steady rebound edge.
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Bearcats Dominate UPI Major College Ratings
Cincinnati led United Press International major college basketball ratings with 346 points, second only to San Francisco's 348 in 10-year history. Holiday Festival winner Cincinnati rose to top after strong play. California and West Virginia also moved among the leaders.
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Swartzwalder backs two platoons revival in college football
Syracuse coach Ben Schwartzwalder urges liberal substitution and Big Ten led drive to return two platoon football while noting the cost could keep any change from NCAA approval. He says 44 players would be needed for a true two deep and fears increased expenses.
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Celtics Win as Nat Coach Clash Flare Sparks Scandal
The Celtics beat Syracuse 127-120 in Boston after a clash between Nat coach Paul Seymour and referee Jim Duffy. Duffy fined Seymour, who argued calls and refused to leave the bench, and promised a full report to NBA Commissioner Maurice Podoloff. Russell led Boston with 37 points, Cousy 25, and the Jones brothers fueled late offense while Schayes led Syracuse with 26.
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Purdue Coach Hired as GWU Head Football Coach
William Elias, Purdue University back field coach, has been hired as the head football coach at George Washington University in Washington. His appointment marks a transition for GWU football leadership and aligns with the university’s coaching ambitions.
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UPID
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Purdue University
George Washington University
Indiana guard soars for goal in Northwestern tilt loss
In Chicago last night Indiana's Leroy Johnson leapt for a long field goal that went in as part of a 61-57 defeat to Northwestern. Northwestern guard Willie Jones and Indiana's Herbie Lee were also in the action in this Big 10 clash.
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Sophomore sparks Big Ten upsets and Cal rebounds
California defeats USC 60-45 as Darrall Imhoff limits injury to 12 rebounds and Bill McClintock leads with 16 points. Ohio State's Jerry Lucas scores 30 in a 97-73 win, Northwestern edges Indiana 61-57, and Iowa tops Wisconsin 71-66 with Don Nelson setting free throw records. Utah tumbles Montana 78-62, Kansas State crushes Colorado 69-37, Wake Forest beats Iehmson 77-62, and Maryland, Duke, Florida State, Houston, UCLA all post wins in varied fashion.
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Buckeyes rout Illini 97 to 73 in Big Ten opener
Ohio State on a hot scoring night led by Jerry Lucas with 30 points and Larry Siegfried 26 as Illinois fell 97 73. John Havlicek injured a hand but expected to play next vs Indiana while Indiana lost 61 57 to Northwestern. Governor Vaughn led Illinois with 16 points.
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Indians Sign Five More For 1960 Roster
The Cleveland Indians announced five additional players have signed contracts for the coming season bringing the total under contract to 15. The latest to agree to terms are pitcher Jack Harshman pitcher Ed FitzGerald and rookies Al Luplow John McLane and Gene Leek.
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al Luplow
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Football fatalities rise to 29 in 1959 season
Dr. Floyd R. Eastwood of Los Angeles State College reported to the National Collegiate Athletic Association that 29 football deaths occurred last season, with 18 direct and 11 indirect. Heat exhaustion contributed four indirect deaths, prompting recommendations for reduced practice in high heat, lighter uniforms, and salt intake during hot weather.
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Benford's 29 Paces River Win At Medina County Clash
Black River High beat Brunswick 57 to 41 as Benford scores 29 points helped by Waltz 11 Nagy 10. Sheeley 11 for Brunswick and Reinhardt 8 lead guests. Black River leads 30 15 at halftime and pulls away with 34 percent shooting on 21 of 62 from the floor.
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Bassett Signs with Buffalo Bills as AFL Fullback
Maurice Bassett, former Cleveland Browns fullback, signed a contract with the Buffalo Bills of the American Football League.
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Prep Mat Meets Pair Set For This Afternoon
Elyria High hosts Rocky River and Ridgeville at Firelands for two prep mat meets this afternoon. It’s Elyria’s third meet of the season as the Pioneers seek their first varsity win.
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