UCLA poised for sixth national title as Wooden era nears milestone
UCLA with coach John Wooden seeks a 30-0 season and a sixth straight national crown after a semifinal win over Louisville. Center Bill Walton leads the Bruins against Florida State in the NCAA final, facing a tall Seminoles front line led by Lawrence McCray Reggie Royals and Rowland Garrett.
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Demons' Adams sets Iowa state indoor broad jump record
Washington High School senior Don Adams cleared 21 feet 9 inches to place second in Class AA at the state indoor meet in Iowa City, surpassing the school mark of 21 feet 7 inches set by Adams as a junior. Other Demon trackmen competed in various events including Ward Anderson in the 440, Ray Williams in the 880, Dave Green in shot put, Randy Martin in pole vault, Mike Gearin in the two mile, Jeff Swartzendruber in the mile, and the mile relay quartet of Witthoft, Hysell, Anderson, and Adams.
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Unheralded Niagara Reaches NIT Final
Niagara Purple Eagles, led by guards Marshall Wingate and Al Williams, upset Texas El Paso and Princeton and St John’s to reach the NIT final against Maryland. Maryland, featuring 6-11 Tom McMillen and 6-9 Len Elmore, is the tournament favorite and aims to deny Niagara the crown.
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Lakers Clinch No 68 In Nail Biter Over Phoenix
Jerry West nailed a 15 foot jumper with two seconds left to lift the Lakers 112 110 over Phoenix. Los Angeles tied the season record for wins set by Philadelphia in 1966 67 and must win at Seattle to claim sole top spot.
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Floridians clinch tied playoff berth with late shot
George Tinsley hit a game winning basket at Greensboro to lift the Floridians 116-115 in overtime over the Carolina Cougars securing at least a tie for fourth in the Eastern Division. New York Nets beat the Squires 105-104 to close in on second place as Julius Erving starred for Virginia.
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NFL owners meet in Hawaii set for May talks and Pioneer Award
NFL owners ended five days in Honolulu with decisions on the interconference trades period, a Pioneer Award in memory of Dan Reeves, and rule changes. They awarded Super Bowls to Los Angeles and Houston, moved the Pro Bowl to Dallas, and eyed further meetings in New York. They also voted changes such as hash mark shifts, out of bounds completions, end zone punts, tighter face mask penalties, and stricter penalties for intentional grabbing.
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Tough test for Ferraris at Sebring endurance race
In Sebring Florida the 12 hours endurance race pits Ferrari three-liter machines against Alfa Romeo and Porsche. Mario Andretti and Jackie Ickx lead a 61-car field with Elford and Marko co driving, as teams emphasize avoiding trouble to claim victory.
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Casper Leads Golf Tourney In New Orleans
Billy Casper, energized by a four week vacation, holds a two stroke lead over Jack Nicklaus and Jim Colbert after two rounds of the Greater New Orleans Open. Casper shot 68 to reach 10 under par 134, while Nicklaus slipped to 136 after a 70. Colbert is 136 with 67 69. Eichelberger and Johnston sit at 137.
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Honor Carol Nitzsche at shower in Wayland
Miss Carol Nitzsche bride elect of Greg Graber was honored at a March 11 miscellaneous shower at the Milburn Geriy home in Wayland. Hostesses included Mrs. Dillon Graber and Mrs. Dennis Graber with Mrs. Gerig and daughters assisting. The event featured blue and white decorations, games, and gift opening.
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Iowa State Leads Big Eight Gymnastics Meet
Iowa State, defending NCAA champion, led the Big Eight Championships at Kansas with 153.60 points. Nebraska 144.90, Kansas State 143.35, Oklahoma 143.30, Kansas 130.80, Colorado 81.9. Missouri and Oklahoma State did not compete.
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Cyclones Lead Big Eight Bowling Gymnastics Meet
Iowa State leads after Friday compulsory routines as Cyclones vie for a fourth straight Big Eight title. Notable scores include Bob Roth 50.55 all around and Kim Orr 9.05 on still rings. Nebraska shows strength in vault and horizontal bar as the field advances to the top combined scores for individual titles. Mr. Louis Lehman of Alleman honored for 55 years in Salem Church choir.
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