Lucas tops NBA draft in basketball tennis crossovers
New York AP reports John Lucas was the No 1 pick by the Houston Rockets in the NBA draft after a standout two-sport career at Maryland. He signed a five year no-cut deal worth about 850000 and also explored World Team Tennis plans starting next week. The draft included Indiana stars May Buckner and Wilkerson, with May going second to the Chicago Bulls.
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Aiken Swim Association Plans Swim-A-Thon
Local youths will swim up to 200 laps on June 26 to raise funds for the Aiken Swim Association and the International Swimming Hall of Fame Inc. Proceeds funnel 70 percent to local swimming needs and 20 percent to the Hall of Fame projects in Fort Lauderdale, with remaining shares for travel and programs. Local clubs assist, and prizes will be drawn as spectators cheer at the pool.
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Baseball Scores and Standings from The Associated Press
Oakland and Texas wins highlight Tuesday results while National League standings show Chicago Montreal and Cincinnati pursuing division leads. Batting leaders include McRae Brett and Rose with runs batted in Foster Kingman and Garvey among top performers across the leagues.
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Rockets pick John Lucas No 1 in NBA draft
New York reports the Houston Rockets selected John Lucas a 6 foot 4 guard from Maryland as the No 1 pick in the NBA draft. Beckenham Beckenham England Jimmy Connors defeated Peter Fleming 8-6 6-3 in the Beckenham Grass second round.
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Hungarian shocks Ashe in French Open fourth round
BALACZ TOROCZY, a 22 year old Hungarian, defeated Arthur Ashe 5 7 2 6 6 4 6 0 6 4 in the French Open. The upset came in the fourth round of the $210 000 tournament with Ashe the top world ranked player. Montreal hockey note Hall of Fame picks include William Wirtz and others. NHL Board re elects Clarence Campbell as president until a successor is found.
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Clemson Starters Shuffle Amid Injury Laden Lineup
Clemson University baseball prepares for the College World Series with Gary Fahrney back in limited action from a shoulder separation. Coach Bill Wilhelm weighs DH and field roles while Al Hoover remains in the lineup and Greg Belk is moved around. The Tigers face Auburn in the opening round in Omaha, Nebraska, as they juggle depth.
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Myrtle Beach to Host World Series of Tennis
Myrtle Beach will host a July 10 12 World Series of Tennis at the Myrtle Beach Tennis Club with Arthur Ashe Manuel Orantes Bjorn Borg and another pro to be named. The $150000 event will be broadcast by CBS and each finalist earns a share of 75000 40000 20000 and 15000.
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Atlanta Begins Secondary Phase of Baseball Draft
The Atlanta Braves edge toward the secondary phase selecting between Gerald Price and Ron Roenicke after previous unsigned bids. South Carolina standouts Kurt Siebert Jim Pankowits Greg Keatley Charles Porter Tim Lewis also noted as draft picks with earlier teams. Floyd Bannister chosen No 1 by the Astros but contingent on signing after the College World Series.
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Morgan Maintains Versatility With Two Homers and Sac Fly
Cincinnati star Joe Morgan delivered two home runs and a sacrifice fly as the Reds beat the Pirates 10-5, matching his four homers in two nights and tying for the league lead with 11 on the season. Other NL results included Braves over Cubs 7-3 and Padres 3 Mets 0.
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January and Zarley Lead U S Open Qualifying in Charlotte
Veteran Don January and Kermit Zarley led 139 players after 36 holes with 136 seven under par to secure spots in the U S Open in Atlanta. Roger Watson, Mark Hayes, and others chased, while Snead and Furgol missed the cut by two strokes.
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