Prefontaine Sets NCAA Three Mile Mark in Wet Opener
Oregon's Steve Prefontaine topped his NCAA record in the three mile with 13:19 during the opening night in Baton Rouge amid rain and floods. Southern U's Rod Milburn led his hurdles qualifiers with 13.4 seconds as UCLA runners advanced. Finalists set for Saturday events after a two hour delay.
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Alabama
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Fox Hunters at Amarillo Dragway Plan Friday Night Fox Hunt
Dragway Amarillo hosts a Friday Night Fox Hunt with free admission for women and women racers. Gates open at 6 p.m. racing begins 9 p.m. ET brackets for cars and motorcycles lead to King of the Hill with a $50 top prize.
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Yankees Buy Giants Pitcher in Cash Deal
New York Yankees announce the purchase of left-handed pitcher Sam McDowell from the San Francisco Giants in a cash deal. The move follows the club acquiring right-hander Pat Dobson in a five-player trade with the Atlanta Braves. McDowell is a former AL strikeout leader who ranks 13th on the all time list and has a 1-2 record in 18 appearances this season.
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Barber grasps tour life at Philadelphia Golf Classic
Barber, a 24-year-old former National Junior College champion from Clearwater, Fla, faces four bunkers and several rough visits while playing the Philadelphia Golf Classic at Whitemarsh Valley. He credits his grandmother for support as he pursues improvement and tour status.
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Olympic long jump star Randy Williams and his lucky bear
Randy Williams, the 19 year old Californian Olympic gold medalist, pursues a second straight NCAA long jump title at LSU this weekend. He carries Snorkey the teddy bear as a good luck charm, saying it lifts his spirits and helps concentration.
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Secretariat Favored In Belmont Stakes Triple Crown Bid
Secretariat, backed by Meadow Stable, seeks the Belmont Stakes win to complete the 25 year Triple Crown as Sham Knightly Dawn My Gallant Twice A Prince Pvt Smiles Elmendorf enter the 105th race at Belmont Park. Post time 5 38 p.m. EDT CBS provides TV and radio coverage.
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Giants Open 13 Game Homestand at Madison Stadium
Amarillo's Giants begin a 13 game homestand at 7 30 p m tonight at A F Madison Memorial Stadium facing Alexandria in the Eastern Division. Frank Reyes seeks win with a 1 earned run in 14 innings past. Doubleheaders planned with Alexandria San Antonio. Arthritis Foundation sponsors reduced admission.
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