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Newspaper
Tucson Citizen
Location
Tucson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1977
Page
4
The piece traces sports photography's evolution from Collier's WWI era image publications to the Golden Age of back-page action photos in New York tabloids, noting divergent approaches by the New York Times and Life magazine and the shift toward moving images in television.
Roger McCluskey, USAC Indy car champion 1973, says he is close to securing a full season ride for 1978 with Warner Hodgdon of San Bernardino. The plan would use an eight cylinder engine in a McLaren chassis, with AMC backing, and hinges on a definite word next week.
Recount of multiple games across the Eastern Conference with teams like Cleveland New Jersey New York Milwaukee and Washington and others. Highlights include OT finishes and notable player performances across Nets Knicks Bucks Cavs and Hawks with various totals and fouls.
A rubber match between Queen Entress and La Hoist headlines the Rillito Downs program tomorrow. Queen Entress draws gate 1 with jockey Richard Avant for Mel Hazel, while La Hoist leaves from gate 2 for Legia Cue dill and trainer Reece Caudill with Marie Irigaray aboard. The trio of races include a six furlong 3 and 4 year old claimer and a 3 year old and up claimer feature, with field lists and riders shown for the opener and second race.
A jumble of college basketball results shows Adelphi, Baruch, Haverford, Lock Haven, and many others posting scores. Notable tallies include Kentucky 114 to Portland State 88, Drake rivals, and numerous OT and close games across multiple campuses.
Johnie Johnson captured the President's Cup in Cliff Valley Women's Golf Association play yesterday. Esther Myers finished second and also led the low putts with 30. Daphanie Campbell led low-press competition with 72. Skyline Country Club pros Metz and Sheer finished fifth at Litchfield Park Gold Course with Metz shooting one under par.
Cross country coach Jeff Lockwood of Sahuaro High School commends the Tucson Citizen staff led by Dave Petruska for thorough fall high school cross country reporting. He notes appreciation for listing top 10 dual meet winners and emphasizes the sport as enjoyment and self fulfillment for student athletes and families.
In Tucson Citizen letters, local readers praise Amphi high school's football program. They credit sustained success to dedicated staff, self discipline, and the commitment of players, while criticizing unfair nonstarter playing choices at another school.
A reminiscence recounts how iconic sports photographs shaped coverage from early 20th century football to 1950s color action imagery. It notes Roy Riegels misstep at the 1929 Rose Bowl, Sam Sansone's celebrated shot, and Robert Riger's groundbreaking race scene art that influenced readers and collectors alike.
A perfectionist photographer artist Bob Riger spent vast sums on film to frame sport in a single look. He proved emotion can tell a game’s story beyond action and inspired art driven sports imagery. His work spans pro football portraits and a Montreal Olympics film scored by Andre Nateau. His show at the California Museum of Science and Industry highlights 25 years of iconic sports moments and athletes.
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