Foreman Frazier Clash Sparks Jamaican Unease
In Kingston Jamaica George Foreman the 2 year underdog prepares to challenge Joe Frazier for the heavyweight title amid Havana like doubts. Locals and visitors weigh fears of a blowout while Jamaica’s tourism climate and potential for a future Frazier Ali rematch hang over the Sun Shine Showdown at National Stadium.
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Frazier Foreman Title Fight Builds Upset Potential
Joe Frazier prepares for his fifth defense against George Foreman with Muhammad Ali looming in the background. Foreman predicts victory while Las Vegas odds list Frazier as the 3-1 favorite. The bout at National Stadium is televised by cable to 225 U S sites and theaters abroad.
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Knicks fall 107 103 as Frazier loses shoe in Houston
Walt Frazier dropped his sneaker with five seconds left and the Knicks lost the NBA game 107-103 in Houston. John Egan was named head coach of the Houston Rockets and discussed the move afterward.
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Time out! Rockets edge Knicks on winning basket
Mike Newlin scored the deciding basket with five seconds left as the Rockets held off the Knicks 104-103 after Frazier slipped losing his sneaker. Newlin called it a simple turn of fate and noted the game’s quirky end.
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Simpson Leads AFC to Pro Bowl Victory in Dallas
O J Simpson led the AFC to a 33 28 win over the NFC in the Pro Bowl at Texas Stadium. He rushed 112 yards, caught 3 passes for 98 yards, scored a rushing TD and was named the game's unanimous MVP amid praise from teammates and coaches.
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Upsets dull luster of two key high school cage showdowns
Upsets last week diminished the appeal of two Friday conference games. Olmsted Falls visits Medina in a pivotal Southwestern Conference showdown. The Bulldogs, who beat Medina in the first round, were also facing Bay, North Olmsted, and Westlake.
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Western Reserve boosts South Central in conference chase
Western Reserve powered the Firelands Conference impact with a 112 to 60 win over South Central as Tim Weisenberger led scorers with 24 points. Monroeville upset South Central the night before, dropping the Eagles two games back in the loss column behind undefeated South Central. Dennis Didion was held to 10 points in foul trouble for Monroeville.
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Area prep sports schedule shines with dense matchups
Tuesday events feature South Amherst at Danbury. Thursday includes Flyria Catholic at Admiral King. Friday offers Oberlin at Mansfield and many non conference games across Lorain, Cuyahoga, and surrounding districts with Adirondack style pairings and mixed venues.
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