Psychology professor turns tennis strategist at USC Aiken
Bill Davidson a 31 year old psychology professor at USC Aiken uses his subject's principles to boost his tennis. He has won the last three Aiken Tennis Association Closed Singles titles and two straight CSRA Tourney crowns, but a prior engagement blocks a third CSRA title bid. Davidson began in Bakersfield won the National 16 and Under Doubles Championship at 16 before transferring to Trinity University in San Antonio to play alongside future stars.
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Dick Stockton
Bobby McKinley
Davidson balances psychology career with tennis passion
USCA professor and former World of Tennis interim head pro Davidson pursued psychology as his profession while playing tennis for fun. He published works on tennis and has another book coming. He teaches tennis in recreation classes and plays five to six tournaments each summer. He believes most players seek enjoyment and improvement through the sport.
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Tennis Magazine
All Is Not Well In Baseball Today
Grimsley outlines baseball’s brewing labor tensions and ownership frictions as talks on the 1980 wage plan loom. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn cites Charlie Finley as a perpetual complicating factor, with franchise questions and cross-city ambitions adding to a tense, money-driven landscape.
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Roundup: Marshall Saves Game and Night for Media
The Associated Press report details Mike Marshall earning his 12th save for the Minnesota Twins in a 3-1 win over the Baltimore Orioles. Paul Hartzell pitched well, allowing three singles and striking out 13 consecutive batters before leaving in the ninth. Headlines also note Red Sox, Angels, Indians, Tigers, Royals, Brewers, and White Sox action with key homers and pitching performances across the American League matchups.
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Bobby Grich
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Andre Thornton
Paul Dade
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USC Aiken signs Smith to baseball grant
Aiken High star Thomas Smith signed a grant in aid with USC Aiken becoming the Pacers first coach Randy Warrick recruit this year. Smith is a 5 10 and 160 pound pitcher and third baseman who was Aiken High s most valuable player and also lettered in football. He expects to pitch and may see time in the outfield at USC Aiken.
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Carlton Dominates Astros With One-Hitter For Phillies
Steve Carlton fired a one hitter as the Phillies blanked Houston 8 0 raising his record to 23 9. Mike Schmidt hit his 17th homer and the Phillies collected 17 hits to snap a losing skid in this late season roundup.
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Baseball Gives Coach Going Away Present
Major league baseball honored retiring University of Michigan coach Moby Benedicta by drafting three of his players in the first round. Rick Leach went to Detroit, Steve Howe to Los Angeles, and Steve Perry to the Dodgers. Al Chambers, Seattle’s No.1 pick, signed after choosing football at Arizona State. Tim Leary, Jay Schroeder, Brad Komminsk and others were also selected by several clubs.
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Byrd Elementary Sponsors Show at Aiken County Horse Show
Byrd Elementary School will sponsor the Aiken County Horse Show at Lucky Strike Stables on Saturday June 16. About 400 entrants compete in 38 classes including walking gaited racking Western roadster pony and pleasure pony. Prizes range from ribbons to cash and admission is 2 for adults 1 for children.
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Legion Opener Opens Season for Aiken Post 26 Baseball
The Aiken American Legion Post 26 starts its season tonight at 7 30 p m at Citizens Field. Coach John Boyle will start right hander Brian Strother against Valley's legion squad. Tickets available at the gate and season tickets remain on sale from Post 26.
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