Pimlico May Have Closed For Good
Pimlico shut down its 1957 racing season five days early amid a frozen track and rider concerns. About 1,600 fans witnessed the cancellation after jockeys refused to ride, prompting officials to drop the remaining four days. The Maryland Racing Commission approved refunds for 80 visiting New York fans, and Old Hilltop’s future also appeared in doubt.
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Dodgers Boss Ambiguous Over Pasadena Rose Bowl Site
Walter O Malley weighs options for relocating the Dodgers to 1958 spring training and season play with authorities in Los Angeles and Pasadena. County supervisors back Rose Bowl for home games amid Pasadena resident opposition and potential legal action. Pimlico racing plans face delays as Maryland officials consider makeups at Bowie or Laurel next year.
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Russell Can Be Beaten Pros Find Perfection in 1956 Game
In a Madison Square Garden NCAA Tournament game, Bill Russell blocked numerous drives as Boston faced Holy Cross. Pro scouts discuss strategies to counter his one man zone and impact on opponents, noting how outsiders like Heinsohn and Gola viewed his dominance and how teams adjusted with outside shooting and multiple guards.
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Celtics Lose To Hawks As Russell Outshines Rest
In an NBA weekend note, the Boston Celtics drop a 97-95 decision to the St. Louis Hawks in Philadelphia. Bob Pettit dominates with rebounding and 23 points, while Bill Russell is challenged by Russell’s outside rivals and the Hawks’ tempo. The Pistons also beat the Warriors 103-96, marking a quiet night with few other games.
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Indiana Coach Regains Powers After Football Suspension
CHICAGO December 13 Indiana University coach Phil Dickens has had coaching powers restored after a run of absence since August 5 due to alleged recruiting violations. The Big Ten probe into financial aid programs led to Dickens suspension, then lifted by Indiana to preserve its conference standing.
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