New Mexico Accepts NIT Bid Shrinking Arizona Hope
New Mexico accepted a bid to play in the National Invitation Tournament, virtually ending Arizona's chances for an NIT invite. Arizona coach Fred Snowden praised his freshmen and reflected on a season that saw Wayne Money lead scorers and a strong WAC finish as programs eye next season.
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Snowden Makes Stand as First Black Coach in Major Conference
In Tucson, Arizona coach Fred Snowden defends his tough tactics and praises officiating when needed while bearing the weight of being the first black head basketball coach in a major conference. He talks of pressure, the media glare, and plans for a calmer, seasoned approach next season with Eric Money to handle the ball.
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Arizona Buffalo Hunts Open to Open Range Stalking
The Arizona Game and Fish Commission issued a policy statement signaling future hunts on two buffalo herds at Raymond and Houserock ranches with shooting as the regulation method. A May 12 vote will set fall kill quotas, while director Robert Jantzen urged keeping herds for minimal reproduction. Critics pressed for changes as debates over fenced enclosure hunting continue.
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Arizona Awards Banquet Honors Wildcats Coach Snowden
The fourth annual Arizona Awards Banquet will be held tonight at the Ramada Inn to honor the Wildcats basketball team and coach Fred Snowden named Coach of the Year in District 7 by the NCAA. The program begins at 7 p.m. Tickets cost 36.
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Thoeni drives for ski crown in Mont Ste. Anne
Italian Gustavo Thoeni, after winning the slalom, pursues a third straight World Cup title. He moved to 154 points by overtaking David Zwilling and Roland Collombin, though he placed 35th in the plant slalom.
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Tucson Sports Calendar highlights luncheon and awards banquet
Today in Tucson the Press Box Association meets at 12:15 PM for a luncheon at Desert Inn followed by an 7:00 PM UA awards banquet at Ramada Inn.
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Allin Wins Florida Citrus Open in Record 24 Under Par
Buddy Allin captured the Florida Citrus Open with a 265 total, eight-stroke margin, posting 24 under par on a 6,928 yard Rio Pinar course. Gibby Gilbert conceded early. Charles Coody was runner-up at 273 while Lee Trevino faltered and Nicklaus, Palmer failed to contend. Bruce Crampton led money list with $77,561.
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