Court Tournaments This Week Will Answer Many Questions
College basketball action dominates the week as top teams chase unbeaten marks and crucial conference wins. Kansas, North Carolina, Kentucky, Ohio State, and other powerhouses head to key tournaments in Kansas City Raleigh Madison Square Garden and Houston, with West Virginia Duke Louisville and more in the mix.
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Maryland's Only Bowl Contender Drops Game in Lil Pumpkin Bowl
Maryland's lone bowl entrant Salisbury suffered a 14-0 defeat at Gastonia in the Lil Pumpkin Football Bowl. Gastonia scored first half TDs on a yard punt return and an 18 yard run, with Yancey converting both extra points. Salisbury pressed in the final period but could not advance into Gastonia territory.
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Swimmers Triumph In YMCA Waynesboro Dual Meet
Hagerstown YMCA swim teams dominated a Saturday dual meet against Waynesboro. In the Free Division the Hagerstown squad won 7 34 and took the Junior Division 39 13. Four pool records fell with several exhibition swims featuring Miss Adams of Waynesboro and top Hagerstown swimmers.
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Williamsport routs Hancock in league soccer clash
Williamsport overwhelmed Hancock 10-0 in a Washington County Soccer League game. B Byers scored seven goals and R Baker added the rest as Williamsport built a multi-period lead, boosting its pace in the pennant race alongside Billporters and Clear Spring who hold a first place tie with 8-21 records at this stage of the season.
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Swaps and Nashua Sparked Classic Horse Rivalry in 1958
California bred Swaps battled Nashua, two legendary horses, with Nashua hailed as the greatest money winner and Swaps named American Champion of 1956 after defeating Nasiva in the Ken stucky Derby. Swaps later faced injury and a season ending fracture at Garden State Park, ending a historic era without a rematch.
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Bill Russell struggles as Celtics fall to Pistons 95 87
Bill Russell misfired for Boston scoring five points on two of eight from the floor and one of five free throws as the Celtics lose control of the Eastern Division lead. Philadelphia topped New York 95 90, while Syracuse beat Minnesota 187 07. Other notes reference Belmont Park racing and legendary stakes in 1956.
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Secret Shrine Game Drills Highlight Varsity Stars
Shrine Game practices reveal focus on punting by Brennan and Hornung while Penn State’s Milt Plim and Abe Woodson drill safeties. Michigan’s Verty Bart and Jim Morse join as standouts. Pricer returns to full speed after foot bruise with Ed Shaw’s West squad. Continuous one a day workouts through Friday precede Christmas.
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Tough to Stop Syracuse Panthers Hold Jim Brown to 52 Yards
Pittsburgh limited Syracuse star Jim Brown to 52 rushing yards marking the only game this season in which he did not gain 100. The Panthers defense contained Brown and disrupted Syracuse’s ground game.
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Pro Football Loop Standings and Sunday Results
Baltimore edged Washington 19 to 17 on Sunday. Chicago Bears defeated New York in the championship clash.
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Oerter Discus Victory Ties Kansas Olympic Gold Record
Lawrence Kansas notes Al Oerter's discus win at the Olympics marking the 12th gold medal by a University of Kansas athlete. The first gold for KU dates back to 1932 and signifies a long-standing track and field legacy for the school.
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Burke Wins Two Major Golf Titles In 1986 Season
AP News features recount Burke’s two major victories in 1986, including the Masters and PGA Championship, as Harvie Ward Jr and others shine. It notes Kroll’s money lead, Venturi’s near-miss at the Masters, and Marlene Hagge’s dominant pro women’s season. The piece highlights international play, Barbara McIntire’s US Women’s Open run, and Canada Cup outcomes.
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Colorado Gridders Arrive In Miami For Bowl Game
Colorado Buffaloes football team arrived in Miami to prepare for the Orange Bowl on New Year’s Day against Clemson. The squad flew from Boulder in mile-high air to Florida sun and warm temperatures, with players noting the pleasant weather after a foot of snow. Coach Dal Ward said the team is ready to practice.
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County Soccer Loop Standings in Baltimore Puzzle
In Baltimore a local sports item outlines standings for a county league, noting a wagering related tote board at Pimlico. The brief mentions odds, results, and payoffs tied to the event with emphasis on the racecourse venue.
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Clear Spring Earns Eighth Win In League Soccer Battle
Ned McAlister scored twice as Clear Spring defeated Mercersburg 3-1 in a Washington County Soccer League match. The win keeps Clear Spring tied atop the standings with Williamsport, both at eight wins, one loss, and one tie. Clear Spring led 2-0 at halftime. Mercersburg answered briefly in the third before Clear Spring added a late goal to seal the victory.
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Contenders For Heavy Crown Face Big Tests
Floyd Patterson celebrates Christmas as two top challengers aim to rise. Tommy Jackson returns after three months to fight Junlo Mederos in Milwaukee. Willie Pastrano meets Charley Norkan in Floral Park New York on the Miami Beach card. Jackson’s bout not televised but Pasteano Norkus Tour airs on ABC Radio TV.
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Future is Bright Milwaukee Freshmen Top 10 Recruits Named
Marte quette's freshman squad lists four players named by college coaches as among the nation's top 10 high school basketball players.
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