ACC Teams Face Trio of Games Across Conference Play
ACC basketball action features UNC facing Furman after a record 9 game win streak amid three Christmas tournament titles. Maryland meets Clemson at Litheridge Coliseum as Duke and Virginia prepare for key ACC clashups in a crowded weekend slate.
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Karl sidelined with sprained ankle for Furman game
CHAPEL HILL AP North Carolina star guard George Karl will miss the Saturday night ACC game with Furman due to a severely sprained ankle. He injured it Dec 30 in the Sugar Bowl tournament win over Bratley, and has not practiced this week. Steve Previs will start in Karl’s spot, with Kim Huband at the other backcourt slot.
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Bessemer remains undefeated in city showdown
Bessemer City wins 56 44 over Stanley as fans storm the floor after a late tussle. Stanley girls lose 41 25 in the doubleheader with Reggie Wideawn scoring 22 for the winners and Chris Linnerfell contributing for the Duckettes.
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Boxing card at Ervin Center features local contenders
A boxing match is scheduled tonight at the Ervin Center starting at 7. A bout pits local fighters from Mena and Gastonla with Charlotte Police cited. Sponsored by Gantonia Pattie Chub, admission is free.
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Lakers extend winning streak with victory over Hawks
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Atlanta Hawks to extend their record-setting streak. Vic McMihin and Gail Grautrich led the Lakers as they built an early lead and maintained momentum, pushing the win to extend their remarkable run.
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Seniors Bowl Preview Sets South North Clash in Alabama
In MOBILI Alabama the Senior Bowl pits North stars led by John Reaves of Florida against a strong South offense coached by the New Orleans Saints. Key players include Larry Jacobsen, Dave Chaney, Gary Wichard, Pat Salli san, and Carl Watson as Both sides showcase NFL hopefuls ahead of the pro draft. The game airs with a 2 p.m. kickoff at Ladd Stadium before about 400 fans and scouts.
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Gaston Day dominates with two wins over Asheville Country Day
Gaston Day swept Friday games with the girls edging Asheville Country Day 27 20 and the boys sprinting to a 63 23 victory. Senior Saurdy Garrison led the girls with 14 points while Donny Moser added 2 for the boys as Gaston Day opened with a 23 2 run. The Spartans shot 51 percent, making 41 of 80 attempts, and host Spartan Long Day School next.
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Warriors face Clemson Frash in pre Christmas clash
Coach Charles Warren of the Guslon College Warriors expects his team to pick up where they left off before Christmas as they travel to Clemson Frash to battle at A pam. The Warriors beat USC at Aiken 120-85 with seven players in double figures, led by Julian Millee with 20 points. Ronnie Faither and Rawley Downing also starred as Gaston College schedules two games next week at Belmont Abbey and Davidson.
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Wake Forest to search for new football coach after Stoll departure
Wake Forest moves to find a new football coach after Stoll resigns. His Veer-I ground attack, built since his arrival, produced mixed 3-7 and 1-5 seasons for his Deacon squads. The athletic council will meet Friday to plan the selection while staff options at Minnesota are explored. President Dr James R Scales expressed sadness and emphasized the program depends on more than one leader.
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Cherry and Thompson Earn NAIA All District Honors
Gardner-Webb players Mike Cherry of Gastonia and Lee Thompson of Mableton GA received postseason NAIA District 28 all star honors. Thompson earned defensive middle linebacker honors with eight tackles per game and key interceptions. Cherry, a 225 pound 6 2 offensive lineman from Gastonia, was named to the All District Team and received NATA All American honorable mention. Bulldogs coach George Litton praised their season long effort as the team completed a 3-7 record.
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Crusaders host Catamounts in 8 o'clock clash
Belmont Abbey enters at 4-4 to host Western Carolina at Wheeler Center tonight. Crusaders, who edged Presbyterian 66-55 in their latest game, rely on Gary Silver and Jim McDede as starters with bench depth to pressure the Catamounts led by Joe Waite and Rick Campbell.
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Reorganization seen NCAA favors divisions
In Hollywood, AP reports the NCAA discussing a shift to three or more divisions with separate bylaws. A Saturday vote may set a special convention as delegates consider a three‑division plan, with most responses favoring self‑determination and a single constitution but separate division bylaws.
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Sifford and Aarons share lead in Glen Bell golf showdown
Longshot Curtis Silford, 20, tied for the second round lead at 134 in the Glen Bell golf tournament as veterans Avron, Archer and Weiskopf chased. Aarons and Sifford each posted 68s to share the halfway lead, while Malpas, Palmer and Lunn trailed. The field included D. Hill, January, Miller and Trevino in pursuit of the $125,000 prize.
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Checkers Triumph 8 3 in EHL Showdown
The Charlotte Checkers defeated Greensboro 8 to 3 in an Eastern Hockey League contest. The win moved Charlotte closer to the top of the standings as both teams traded goals in the midsection before the Checkers pulled away late.
Hula Bowl spotlights Big Eight and top college stars
The Hula Bowl showcases major conference talent with Nebraska quarterback Jerry Tagge and tailbacks Kinney and Rupert among the North squad stars. Oklahoma and Colorado contribute top players, including Jack Mildren and Herb Orvis, while Houston’s Robert Newhouse and Notre Dame’s Walt Patulski highlight the South lineup.
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Moon man Gordon joins New Orleans Saints front office
Ree fired astronaut Richard Gordon named executive vice president of the New Orleans Saints. Owner Mecom says the move ends clashes between general manager and coach and rejects a football man only policy. Gordon, 43, retired Navy captain and former NASA astronaut, will take many duties from fired GM Vic Schwenk. The Saints aim for a cohesive top operation.
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