Smith Lutz win fourth U S Davis Cup doubles in 1968
Stan Smith and Bob Lutz, USC collegians, crushed Australia’s Ray Ruffels and John Alexander 6 4 6 4 in the deciding doubles, giving the United States a 3-0 lead in the best of five. The 67 minute rout set up a potential 5-0 sweep. Alexander became the youngest player in Challenge Round history but the Americans showed teamwork and control.
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Stan Smith
Bob Luts
University of Southern California
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Preci
World Tennis Supreme Unit
Sion
Australia
Ray Ruffels
John Alexander
United States
Hopman
Alexander
Raffles
Three Colts named on NEA All-Pro lineup
Hagerstown Maryland sports summary lists Colts Morrall Mackey and Volk chosen for NEA All-Pro team in the 1968 season. Recognition highlights standout performances by the trio across NFL play.
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Morrall
Mackey
Volk
NEA
Play It Straight Says Shula In Colts Title Game
Baltimore coach Don Shula says proper execution of proven plays will trump gimmicks in Sunday's NFL championship game. Gordon Beard reports for Associated Press from Baltimore.
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Baltimore
Don Shula
Baltimore Colts
Navy State Applicants Face Turbulent Coaching Search
Annapolis AP reports Navy officials vetting candidates to replace deposed coach Bill Elias. The new head coach is warned to expect a tough situation with minor tweaks on offense or defense rather than wholesale changes as 1969 season approaches.
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Naval Academy
Bill Elias
Navy
Raiders Roil Into New York For Big Showdown
Oakland’s coach John Rauch plans a warm weather workout as the Raiders, fresh off a tough season and eyeing an AFL title clash, travel to New York to face the Jets. The defense and offense face key tests, with Leroy Kelly starring for the Browns in recent NFL play and Colts drills shaping preparation for Cleveland.
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Raiders
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Kelly
Jim Hous
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Bob Matheson
Dalelletic Association
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Lewis
Land Raiders
New York
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Pipers
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Boston
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Loop Top Rusher Shows Stamina for Browns Hopeful
Baltimore star Leroy Kelly, the top rusher, has shown enduring workload as Cleveland hosts Baltimore. AP notes Kelly’s potential 1000 yard season if he remains utilized heavily. Browns coach Don Shula acknowledges watching Kelly closely and the growing belief he can reach the milestone. USC alumni J. Simpson cited as a cautionary example in discussing heavy carries.
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Mike Rathet
Baltimore
Kelly
Associated Press
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Don Shula
Bill Nelson
Browns
NFL
Nick Skoriche
California
Rams oust George Allen in Los Angeles firing
Los Angeles Rams fire head coach George Allen after a strained period with president Dan Reeves. Allen, 48, led Rams to success but faced persistent internal tensions. Players recall rumors and discord. Reeves cites a personality clash as the reason. Allen had built winning seasons but the team faded late this year.
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Associated Press
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Los Angeles Rams
George Allen
Ram
Allen
Dan Reeves
National Football League
Reeves
Rams
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Tamors
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Gabriel
Baltimore Colts
Joe Sertelti
Harland Svare
Chicago
George Halag
Baltimore
Detroit
Marquette
Morningside
Town
Whittler
California
Busy Hoop Slate: Alumni Meet in Hub City Tonight
Schoolboys face a packed hardwood schedule as North and South lead alumni battles. Key players include Towson State’s Staymates and Hagerstown’s Wills, with Shad Hunts Gaels and Williamsport also fielding strong lineups. Tournament action features Thomas Johnson events and finals at Southern Fulton and Walkersville, with Poly Baltimore facing Annapolis and Loyola in pivotal games.
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Williamsport
Grads
Dave Harris
Bernie Clutz
Steve Cline
Tule
Joe Proksa
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Archie
Jimmy
Towson State Teacher's College
Ection
John Beck
Steve Huger
Hobs
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Jack Latimer
Jeff Vinlin
Allen Gesser
Doug Rohrer
Findsiselto
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Wayne Ridenour
Paul Swartz
Rebels
At & Pm
Steve Tyler
John Schnebly
Tyler
Schnebly
Ed Buchanan
Ralph Stoneer
Deve Lawrence
Marty Turner
Vernon Stoner
Mae Banks
Randy Schultz
St. Meria Goretti
Shad Hunt
Gales
Willz
Hagerstown Junior College
Wills
Bill Campbell
Allan Bacon
Kevin Malloy
Jack Moran
Gaels
Wildcats
Glenn Smith
Greg Rouse
Dave Cole
Doug Holland
Big Malott
Frank Doub
Martasburg
Hedgeede "Taday
Charles Town
Fulton
Walkersville
Poly
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Annapolis
Patriots
Loyola
Wohen
Giants
Poly Jbss
Paul Neumayer
Mike Tindell
John Gaudreau
DeMatha and Gaels Meet in Preseason Junior Varsity Tilt
DeMatha High of Washington DC, famed as a basketball factory, faces St Mary Gaels junior varsity on the Gaels home court. The game serves as a prelud e to the Gaels alumni scrimmage later tonight.
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Iva
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