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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1964

Page

8

Rollerbowl Round Two Scoring Sets Finals Contenders

In second round action from Rollerbowl first annual match game elimination Floyd Ballinger defeated Kenny Goodfellow and Bob Main beat Everett Shank. Jim Dodds defeated Clyde Jarvis and Cloyce Martin beat Wearthy Shank. Tom McBride and Ed McBride advance to finals with results from earlier bouts.

Floyd Ballinger Kenny Goodfellow Bob Main Everett Shank Jim Dodds Clyde Jarvis Cloyce Martin Wearthy Shank

Drysdale Delivers Dodgers Second Straight Shutout

Don Drysdale pitched six hits allowed as the Dodgers blanked the Astros 6-0 for their second straight shutout. Frank Howard Ron Fairly and Willie Davis hit two run homers, while Mike Brumley Don Zimmer added two run singles. Washington beat Los Angeles Angels 6-2. Manager Walt Alston noted injuries but stressed strengthening the team with wins while crippled. Koufax may be cleared to side-throw soon as staff injuries persist.

Associated Press Don Drysdale Los Angeles Dodgers Phil Ortega Drysdale Houston Washington Los Angeles Angels Frank Howard Ron Fairly Willie Davis Walt Alston Sandy Koufax Robert Kerlan Koufax Dodger Johnny Podres Ron Perranoski Tommy Davis Alston Howard al Spangler Davis Mike Brumley Don Zimmer Senators Angels Ken McBride Fred Valentine

Baseball Standings and Schedule Update

The league standings show Philadelphia 7 2 and San Francisco 7 3 leading early. Scheduled games include San Francisco at Chicago and Los Angeles at Houston today with several rematches tomorrow.

Phila Phia San Fran Pittsburgh Cincinnati Milwaukee St. Louis Houston Chicago Los Angeles New York San Francisco Philadelphia

O'Toole Faces Phillies as Reds Host League Leaders

Cincinnati manager Fred Hutchinson warns against underestimating Philadelphia in a three game set at Crosley Field. Jim O'Toole aims for his third win against Art Mahaffey who has recovered from an arm injury. Pinson may sit with a pulled muscle while Robinson battles a finger fracture. The Phillies trail little, led by Denny Carter and Richie Allen with Allen batting .395 with four homers in nine games. Bunning starts strong for Philadelphia after a trade from Detroit.

Philadelphia O’toole Mahaffey Cincinnati Phils Hutchinson Vada Pinson Pinson San Francisco Frank Robinson Bobby Denny Carter Richie Allen Allen Jim Bunning Detroit Bunning

U S Cagers Lose Three To Russians

In Moscow the U S Olympic basketball squad suffered three straight defeats to the Soviet national team. Cliff Buck of the AAU leadership criticized the team's play, noting lack of chemistry, while affirming optimism for a stronger Tokyo Olympic showing with deeper experienced players.

Moscow U.S Cliff Buck AAU Tokyo Buck Kiev

Dodgers Tie A Game With Big Hitting From Fairly Howard

Dodgers star hitters Ron Fairly and Frank Howard each blasted two run homers and added two singles in a victory.

Celtics Bid Fond Farewell To Ramsey Loscutoff After Sixth Title

Boston celebrates a sixth straight NBA title as co-Captains Frank Ramsey and Jim Loscutoff retire. Owner Walter Brown and coach Red Auerbach praise the team and reflect on long tenures and deep bonds with players like K C Jones while Ed McCauley Bill Sharman and Bob Cousy had already left.

Boston K. C. Jones Frank Ramsey Jim Loscutoff Celtics National Basketball Association San Francisco Ed McCauley Bill Sharman Bob Cousy Ramsey Loscutoff Clyde Lovellette Johnny McCarthy Willie Naulls Walter Brown Red Auerbach Mr. Clutch Kentucky Colonel Kentucky Auerbach

Dandy K. Threat Lights Derby Battles at Churchill Downs

Louisville report notes Dandy K. may join Jack Price in Derby glory if he wins. Dandy K. showed late speed in Stepping Stone Purse and eyes Derby after a muddy track prep. Hill Rise led a seven horse field in the Derby Trial Stakes at Churchill Downs amid concerns over track conditions.

Louisville Cecil Carmine Dandy K Carmine Jack Price Carry Back Fame Carry Back Hill Rise Mr. Brick and the Scoundrel Chris K Speed Trust Lexington R. E. Red Wingfield Roman Brother Clem Pac Mr. Moonlight Grand Garcon Robair

Miami to Install Flip Flop Offense Under Tate

University of Miami's new head coach Charlie Tate plans the Flip Flop offense for next season. Tate says the scheme will force rivals to flip and defenses to flop. Shea Stadium now hosts Mets and Jets with capacity for 60,000 spectators.

Miami, Fla University of Miami Charlie Tate Tate JETS New York Shea Stadium Baseball Mets Football Jets

Ex pitcher Brosnan turns sports announcer with ABC radio

Jim Brosnan, 32, formerly with the Chicago White Sox, has been hired by ABC to host two five minute Saturday and Sunday sport spots. He also writes magazine pieces and a book due May 15, and hopes to pitch and work in broadcasting while seeking club interest.

Chicago Jim Brosnan Brosnan American Broadcasting Co

Indians Reds In Fifth Place One Year Early

New York report notes expansion wealth plan to share World Series earnings down to fifth place. Commissioner Ford Frick says players voted 478 to 58 to extend the program, with Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians gaining about 308 dollars more each if in effect last year. Ohio University game vs Xavier postponed due to wet grounds. Bobcats host Marshall in MAC clashes. OU golf and tennis teams to host Marshall and Kenyon.

New York Ford Frick Cincinnati Reds Cleveland Indians Ohio University Xavier Cincinnati Bob Wren Bobcats Marshall Kenyon

Athens Hosts Logan In Class AA Sectional Round

The Athens High School Bulldogs were set to host Logan Tuesday at 4 p m in the Class AA Sectional Tournament second round. Golf was rained out against Gallipolis and rescheduled. The Athens track squad, runner-up at Ironton, will compete at the Chillicothe Invitational Friday.

Athens Logan Bulldog Gallipolis Chillicothe

National Football League Unveils 1964 Schedule

The NFL announces an extended 1964 schedule with five Saturday games a Friday night opener and two Monday night games along with Thanksgiving in Detroit. Highlights include Giants at home vs Washington Friday night and Monday fixtures in Detroit and St Louis. Dallas Cowboys meet St Louis Cards to start the season. championship game December 27 in the Eastern champion’s home city. CBS pays $14.1 million yearly plus $1.8 million for the title game.

NEW York National Football League Detroit Pete Rozelle New York Giants Washington St. Louis Dallas Cowboys Columbia Broadcasting Co

Chauncey-Dover Highs Banquet Plans Slated Tonight

Chauncey Dover High School hosts an all-sports banquet planning session tonight at 7 30 p m. The Athletic Boosters Club meets in Robert Finnearty s room to discuss event details.

Chauncey Chauncey - Dover High School Robert Finnearty

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