Wooden Faces Question on Alcindor as UCLA Battles Houston
UCLA coach John Wooden weighs whether Lew Alcindor will play tonight against Houston after a left eye scratch, with Alcindor back at practice but limited. The 7 foot 11 inch star must adapt to light and stamina before possible return, while Lacey guards Hayes if Alcindor sits.
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Silverado North Pro Tour Tuneup Sparks Big Names
Arnold Palmer Miller Barber and Bobby Nichols lead a big field in a pro am tuneup at Silverado North. Palmer expects a 275 to win the Kaiser Open while noting the long flat course and many potential subpar scores.
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Bert Yancey
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Punt Return Rule Killed By NCAA Amid Criticism
The NCAA moved to revert to the 1966 rule allowing linemen to start with the snap and end runs, eliminating the interior linemen hold rule and the tackle eligible pass change. Officials also mandated a built in official timeout on first downs and voided the sucker shift amid safety concerns after a California incident.
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U S Open Tennis discusses open Wimbledon participation
U S Lawn Tennis Association moves toward allowing American players to compete in an Open Wimbledon. President Bob Kelleher notes early returns favor sending players while delegates may vote against a full open break with amateurs and pros. A Coronado convention February 3 will decide compliance with international rules.
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Britain
Ukiah Matmen Victors Narrowly Sweep Home Duals
Ukiah varsity and jayvee wrestlers closed their home season in Chessall gym with wins over Hogan. In the varsity, Kevin Masse won at 95, Rick Spagnola and Chris Alvarado each posted pins, and Bill Rogen, Keith Leland, Alan Engebritson, and George Kinman contributed decisive performances. Jayvee action saw Ashenfelter and Shhaeffer win by margins, with Jim Hughes securing Ukiah’s lone jayvee victory. The squad heads into a string of road trips leading to the North League Championship Tournament Feb 3 in Santa Rosa.
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Santa Rosa
Jim
Hughes
Aft- Ashenfelter
Shhaeffer Dower
Kevin Masse
Lewis
Rick Spagnola
Wayne Freitas
Dave Eby
Doug Chambers
Wirt
Paul McKee
Bill Rogen
Keith Leland
Alan Engebritson
Leland
Martin ‘Ancelotti
George Kinman
Ukiah Recreation Basketball Roundup Opens Second Round
Rec Cagers firing at the hoop again as play resumes in Ukiah Recreation Department and Ukiah Unified School District sponsored leagues. Pomolita girls upset by Redwood Valley led by Rhonda Respini and Novie Nichols each with six points, while Pomolita boys fell 32-16 to Redwood Valley led by Waun and Martinelli. Nokomis fifth and sixth grade boys, two Yokayo players dunked, Darlene Atkinson and Gail score for Nokomis as 39-25 Nokomis over Yokayo girls. Potter Valley dominates Kahunas 32-6 with Ellen Troxell 16, Holly Harding 10. high school boys Warriors beat Bears 31-23. Kogehertgeiers crush Dirty Six 36-26.
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Duncan
John M
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Gail
Yokoyo Girls
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Potter Valley
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Ellen. Troxell
Holly Harding
Potter
Linda, Lozano
Kathy” “Edwards
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Pro Bowl on Top Sunday in Los Angeles
Western Conference stars enter as 11 point favorites over the East in the 18th Pro Bowl at the Coliseum on Sunday. The game concludes the 1967 season with an $81,000 pool and a sudden death overtime rule if tied. West quarterbacks Roman Gabriel and Johnny Unitas lead, while East stalwart Frank Tarkenton aims to pass to Dallas’ Bob Hayes and Homer Jones.
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Havlicek Delivers Clutch Night For Celtics In Win
John Havlicek scored 35 points including key late baskets as the Boston Celtics beat the St Louis Hawks 114 to 102. He sparked a 26-19 fourth quarter run to seal the victory while Len Wilkens led the Hawks with 32. Other NBA results: Knicks over Bullets 111-109, Pistons over Warriors 117-109, Lakers over 76ers 125-116.
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Warriors
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76Ers
Beaver State dominates with balanced scoring in 35-19 win
Mike Tate leads Beaver State with eight points as Clarke Royval McGeehee Chaffee and Kilnen add four each in a 35-19 victory over the Magnificents. Martin tallies eight for Magnificents while Ken Hunt leads the Fourth Reich 9 points in a 35-21 win over the Eagles. Celtics top Oaks 30-19 as Art Tillotson scores 12.
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Raiders Boost West AFL Outlook in Gator Bowl
West coach Lou Saban relies on Daryle Lamonica and Raiders stars to back a favored West lineup for the AFL all star game in the Gator Bowl. Joe Namath leads East hopes with receivers, while Frank Buncom joins the East roster after the Bengals’ expansion draft.
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Goalie Glenn Hall Reaches Major NHL Shutout Milestone
Glenn Hall of the St. Louis Blues earned his 100th career NHL shutout during a 5-0 victory over the Minnesota North Stars. Red Berenson, Gary Sabourin, Frank St. Marseille, and Don McKenney scored for the Blues as Hall climbed the all time list for shutouts behind Sawchuk Hair Hainsworth and Lumley. Jean Beliveau led Montreal past Detroit 6-1 as the Canadiens extended their unbeaten streak to 10 games and closed to within one point of Boston. The Rangers beat Chicago 4-2 and Pittsburgh drew with Oakland 1-1.
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