College wrestling poised to break through as spectator sport
In a forward look at college wrestling growth, author argues sport gains public traction due to high school expansion. He notes Oklahoma State and Oklahoma dominance ending, rising national parity, and television exposure via ABC as a potential breakthrough. He advocates rule tweaks and a larger ring to heighten action.
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Hunt Seeks Fresh Start With Dodgers After Mets Trade
Ron Hunt, 26, moved from the New York Mets to the Los Angeles Dodgers in a deal for Tommy Davis. He reflects on leaving a rebuilding Mets and adapting to a Dodgers club aiming for a third straight pennant while maintaining his calm, practical approach to second-base play.
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Laguna Narvaez bout sparks MSG riot another boxing blackout
Ismael Laguna defeats Frankie Narvaez in a 12 round Garden bout to decide top lightweight contender amid a riot. After the decision Laguna is mobbed in the ring as whisky bottles fly from the balcony injuring several fans.
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Indians Spring Camp Shows New Talent In Tucson
Rick Underwood converts from outfielder to catcher as a hard hitting rookie at Tucson camp. Rookies Gary Boyd John Fouse and Billy Wynne impressed with strong fast balls while Hi Corbett Field's center field vision screen draws fans. The West Side bridge and stadium renovations prepare for Opening Day against Kansas City April 19.
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Belinsky Stars In Astros 3 0 Exhibition Win
Bo Belinsky, 30, back with the Astros, pitched four hitless innings in a 3-0 victory over Washington to open the exhibition season. Don Wilson started, Jim Owens worked the ninth, and Ed Mathews and Jim Landis boosted Houston with key hits and runs.
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Racing Quiz Answers Snapshot
Answers reveal Richard Petty as a three time Virginia 500 victor with Buck Baker and Fred Lorenzen as other two time winners. Lorenzen could open a clock shop, Martinsville clock gifts noted. Surtees topped series with over 70000 pounds. Can Am cars limited to big sports racing cars over 2.5 tires. Surtees won six world titles on motorcycles, hailed as top rider.
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Brabham Trials Lead in Tasman Race Series
World champion Jack Brabham of Australia won the South Pacific Trophy Race in Longford Tasmania in record time. He finished the Tasman Cup series tied for second with Jackie Stewart of Scotland behind Jim Clark of Scotland. Clark placed second with New Zealand’s Chris Erwin third in the race.
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Grant named new head coach of Minnesota Vikings
AP reports Harry Bud Grant thirty nine year old veteran coach of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers was set to become the Minnesota Vikings head coach with a mid morning news conference expected to confirm the appointment. Grant had reached a verbal agreement with Vikings general manager Jim Finks while staying at a Twin Cities motel.
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