Strader Named Coach of New York Bulldogs in Secret Pact
Rod Strader was introduced as head coach of the New York Bulldogs of the reorganized National-American Football League. He succeeds Charles Ewart, kept salary details private, and will select his own staff. Strader, a former St. Mary’s star, led the Yankees to five wins and five losses in 1948 and previously guided an All-America Conference squad to a Shamrock Bowl victory.
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Indians Voted Biggest Sports Disappointment of 1949
The Associated Press poll names the Cleveland Indians as the year's top disappointment, narrowly edging the Boston Red Sox and Boston Braves. Notre Dame tops the 1949 team list with 213 points. Yankees follow with 149.
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Giants Jet-Propelled Spring Hopes Stir Leo’s Optimism
In Phoenix, Giants coach Leo Durocher discusses spring training plans and optimism about a revamped roster. He cites a mix of veteran arms and promising youngsters, noting potential additions could strengthen the pitching staff and lineup as March training begins.
Holy Cross Crusaders Face Bowdoin Bow for Streak Test
Holy Cross, riding a ten game win streak, returns to Worcester’s Ita Nome court to face Bowdoin College in a Sunday showdown. Co Capt Bob Cousy stars as the Crusaders aim to extend dominance after wins over Xavier Bowling Green and Syracuse during a recent road swing.
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Russ Diefenbach
Greg Hammill
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Frank Oftring
Dennia O'Shea
Bob McMuhlan
Andy Laska
Matt Fer- Mon
Houston Buffalo Placed In New Grid Loop Schedule
Houston and Buffalo are considered for membership in the new National American Football League. Commissioner Bert Bell says a unanimous vote and schedule fit are needed at the Jan 19 meeting. Bell notes 16 teams may not be money-makers but 14 or 16 could work if franchises join.
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Paparian Edges In Principals Scoring Race Narrowly
Watervliet’s Joe Paparian leads the Principals scoring race by a slim margin over Lansingburg’s Tom Colopy as the loop gears up. Paparian totaled 115 points in two games with 24 field goals and seven free throws, while Colopy has 33 points in three games. Zampier and Leonard also figure high with double figures, as Catholc High’s Jack Van Steenburg anchors the foul line and Tom B Murphy tabs 11 points in four games.
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Ree Beger
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Fred Chase
Million Dollar Stock Sears Workout For Six Furlongs
In Arcadia California a detailed report covers Citation’s supposed workout of 1.1325 for six furlongs and related farm operations at Santa Anita. The piece traces racing plans, trainer notes, and speculative movements around the Santa Anita meeting with references to notable figures and racing factions.
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LIU Rallies Past Bowling Green in 66 63 Classic Thriller
In a New York Madison Square Garden doubleheader, LIU Blackbirds overcame an early 10 point deficit to beat Bowling Green 66 to 63 as center Barsavage led the rally with 24 second half points. Temple defeated NYU 50 to 45 in overtime, led by Barsavage and Ballots in a tense regional showdown.
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Hogan Sentimental Choice In Coast Golf Test Today
Los Angeles AP reports golf opens with 128 players at Riviera Country Club for a four day 72 hole winter test with a $15 000 pot. Ben Hogan is the sentimental favorite with a comeback after a near fatal crash. Cary Middlecoff and Sam Snead loom as threats while Loyd Mangrum is sidelined.
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Maplewood Tops All-Troy Quint 54-47 in Hard-Fought Win
Maplewood Legionnaires edge All-Troy 54-47 to extend winning streak to ten at Maplewood School. Will Doran scores 13 including 10 in final period while Don Russ leads Maplewood with 16. Final tally shows Mosc Behuniak 16 and Meehan 10 for Maplewood. Doran 13 and Cahill 6 lead All-Troy scoring.
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Troy McGuire Leads Eight Round Talent Hunt Card
Schenectady’s Troy McGuire the iTroy middleweight faces Henry Lee of New York in the eight round semi final at the Alenquin Sporting Club talent hunt. Lee, a top local draw, recently decisioned Jeris James in Vancouver. Main event features Tommy Giorgio against Jackie Harris in ten rounds. Three other bouts complete the card.
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