Buckeyes may seek legal action after Minnesota brawl
Ohio State coach Fred Taylor urged civil or criminal action over the Minnesota basketball incident that left Luke Witte and Mark Wagar injured amid a near finish in Minneapolis. Gophers Corky Taylor and Ron Behagan were suspended after a conference probe. Ohio State fell to 15-3 overall and 4-1 in the Big Ten.
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Witte and Wagar cleared to play for Ohio State at Iowa
Ohio State aims to rebound at home this week after a stormy road trip as Luke Witte and Mark Wagar return from concussions to play against Iowa Tuesday. The Buckeyes also host Wisconsin Saturday as they chase the Big Ten lead.
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Schranz Excluded From Winter Games
The IOC barred Austrian ski star Karl Schranz for professionalism prompting Austria to plan an appeal. Brundage cited ineligibility for years of public statements while Austrian officials warned of possible full team withdrawal. Other skiers called the move unfair as Schranz’s peers reacted to the decision.
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Lefty Gomez Enshrined in Baseball Hall of Fame
Lefty Gomez the former New York Yankee pitcher is elected to Baseball Hall of Fame by the Old Timers Committee along with Will Harridge and Ross Youngs. Induction set for Aug. 7 with Sandy Koufax Yogi Berra and Early Wynn already selected by BBWAA. Gomez famed for wit and pitching highlights includes a 189-102 career, three 20 win seasons, six World Series victories without a loss, and the 1934 pitching triple crown.
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Midview tumblers fare highly at Ohio championships
Three Midview elementary gymnasts excel at the U S Tumbling Association Ohio Championships in Geneva. John Hawley won the 11 to 12 year old class and aims for Cedar Rapids nationals via Lake Erie Regional. Mike Masters placed third and Sue Tomko finished fourth in the same age group.
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Chamberlain Becomes NBA Rebound King In Lakers Win
Wilt Chamberlain, 33, broke Bill Russell’s career rebounding record at 12,721 in a 153-331 rout by the Los Angeles Lakers over the Portland Trail Blazers. He posted 24 rebounds and 27 points in the victory, aided by coaches and teammates praising his durability and scoring.
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Colts Trade Shinners for Duncan and Draft Pick
Baltimore Colts acquire offensive guard John Shinners from New Orleans Saints in exchange for cornerback and return specialist Jim Duncan and an undisclosed draft choice. Shinners, 6-3 and 225 pounds, was Xavier of Ohio alumnus and a regular last season but missed time due to a broken hand. Duncan began last season as a regular cornerback but lost his job to Rex Kern.
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Commodores Aim to Extend TAC Unbeaten Streak at Home
Lorain County Community College hosts Cuyahoga West after a busy weekend. West, 9-10 overall 1-3 TAC, lost 85 71 to LCCC earlier. Bob Menear and Ron Buchwald lead the visitors while LCCC eyes a 13th straight win and 16th straight home victory. A 6:30 faculty student game precedes the 7 p.m. tip.
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Ohio ski season flops as cold spell fails to revive snow
Ohio ski lodge operators report severe losses as late cold and snow fail to compensate for a weak season. Managers like Bill Harris of Mont Chalet and C J Dover of Brandywine cite 50 percent declines and lost holiday weekends. Some lodges await March to gauge potential gains, while others worry about summer improvements and staff layoffs.
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