Lexington Topples Blue Streaks In Valley League Showdown
Harrisonburg High lost to Lexington 75 71 in a Valley League 1 B clash. Howard Stevens led the Streaks with 17 points while Bobby Scott 14 Johnson 13 and Jimmy Johnson 11 added balanced scoring. Skip Stykes poured in 23 for Lexington.
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Handley Edges Bulldogs in Tight 59 57 Win
Handley under coach Jimmy Omps edged Martinsburg 59-57 at Handley Gym in a late clash. Mike Thompson sank two free throws with 14 seconds left to seal the victory as Gary Stilwell closed to 59-57 with a late tip try. Handley led 28-22 at halftime and 50-41 entering the final period.
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Setzer
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Cal Beats Michigan for First Big Ten Win in 15 Years
In Berkeley, California, California defeated Michigan 10 to 9 on a 77 yard pass in the final two minutes. The victory ends a 14 game skid against Big Ten opponents and coincides with coach Ray Willsey turning 38.
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Luray Beats Strasburg In Road Victory
Luray Bull dogs defeated the Strasburg Rams 62 to 54 as Luray jumped ahead early and led 45 to 28 after three periods. Edgar Ausberry and Allen Tutt tied for high scoring with 17 points each. Luray stays undefeated in two wins. Strasburg falls to 0-4.
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Raiders overpower Nokesville in non league showdown
Leesburg Loudoun County defeated Nokesville 79 to 51 in a non league game. John Bryant and Rick Donaldson led the Raiders with 18 points each while Spencer and Budd added 11 for Nokesville.
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Origins of the Olympic Games
The text notes that the Olympic games began with the ancient Greeks and were named for Olympia Greece. The events lasted five days and occurred every four years.
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Fauquier Falcons Edge James Wood 46 40 In Northwestern District
Fauquier upset James Wood 46 40 as Mike Fling scored 21 and fouled out late. The 6 6 senior limited Ted Sampson to four points and sparked a key second quarter rally. James Wood led early but Fauquier took control by halftime and maintained the advantage in the final period.
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