This Day in Sports

John Havlicek Drops 54 in Playoff Rout

April 1, 1973 6

Phil Esposito wins his third consecutive scoring title

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John Havlicek scores 54 points a Celtics playoff record

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March 15, 1973: Diver Dacia Schileru of Wayne State (Michigan) becomes the first female to appear in any NCAA championship when she competes at the College Division Swimming and Diving Championships.

March 15, 1973 10

George Foreman Destroys Frazier to Claim Crown

January 22, 1973 12

Dolphins Finish Perfect Season, Beat Redskins 14–7

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Jan. 13, 1973: The 1.600 eligibility legislation is abolished.

January 13, 1973 8

Jan. 12, 1973: The first Silver Anniversary and Today’s Top Athletes awards are presented at the Honors Luncheon during the NCAA Convention.

January 12, 1973 8

Dec. 9, 1972: The first College Division Soccer Championship is conducted at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

December 9, 1972 7

1972 Heisman winner Johnny Rodgers

December 2, 1972 5