Former Bobcat Fullback Makes CFL Position Switch
Bob Hoss Houmard, a 1968 Ohio University backfield star, transitions from fullback to offensive tackle with the Toronto Argonauts in training camp under Head Coach John Rauch. At 6 3 and 240 pounds he embraces new techniques, aided by linemates and coach Rod Humennik, aiming to extend his pro career by adapting to a smaller, quicker role.
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Evert Aims for Wimbledon History in Singles Final
Chris Evert of Fort Lauderdale seeks the youngest Wimbledon women’s champion title since Maureen Connolly as Billie Jean King eyes a record fifth singles crown. The men’s final features Alex Metreveli and Jan Kodes, while Stanford’s Mayer falters before Metreveli. Mayer vows to learn and return next year.
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Jan Kodes
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Britain
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Metreveli
Alex Mayer
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Mayer
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Romania
Juergen Fassbender
West Germany
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Athletes prepare for Athens High football conditioning
Boys in grades 10 to 12 planning to play football at Athens High School are reminded of a conditioning program starting Monday at 7 p.m. at Butter Field. Participants should wear shorts and tennis shoes.
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Butter Field
Warner offers half a million for Cincinnati arena
Cincinnati financier Marvin Warner said he would donate 500000 toward a 19 million downtown sports arena to spur more local financing. Officials expect bank and savings and loan support as the drive gains momentum over the next two weeks. The plan already has backing from Cincinnati’s five major banks.
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Marvin Warner
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Savings and Loan Association
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East A tops Morrison B in tense softball clash
In Girls Softball League action East A moved to 2 0 with a win over Morrison B while Morrison A beat West 8 5. Tammy Rossier earned the win for Morrison A and Shaun Gillette took the loss. Helen Parker doubled for West.
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Rained-Out Games To Be Made Up After Regular Schedule
In Pony League action Becky Hanning pitched for eity recreation with Julie Geiger two innings. Hanning also hit a homer while Lydia Lavelle cleared the bases with a grand slam. Anita Brown took the loss as rain interrupted play. Second-place Hocking Valley Bank beat Luton 10-6 behind John Lundberg who earned the win with three RBIs.
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John Lundberg
Tony Baldwin
Tim Moore
Mark Rightmire
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Brett Boles
Mike O'Neil
Randy Kasler
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Giants
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Howard Brenneman
Joe Abraham
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Kevin Schwarzel
Dave Downey
Josh Briggs
Matt Hixon
West Brewers
Plains Indians
Hixson
Kris Hagerman
Sam Bennett
Feller Warns Youth Against Spitball Tricks
Former Cleveland Indians star Bob Feller in Fort Lauderdale urges young players to focus on throwing fast balls and curves rather than spitballs or knuckleballs. He recalls his 266-162 record and 2,581 strikeouts, and questions whether legalized spit pitches would help or hurt pitchers.
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Boxing to be televised weekly from Madison Square Garden
New York ABC and Madison Square Garden Boxing plan a national home telecast of seven bouts at Felt Forum in a weekly series. Executives express cautious optimism that the venture could expand beyond the initial run. John Martin and Teddy Brenner weigh prospects and implications for boxing's future.
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Wide World of Sports
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Browns Sign Pete Adams From Southern California
The Cleveland Browns announced the signing of Pete Adams from Southern California. Adams, a 6 foot 4 inch guard from San Diego, California, is expected to contribute on the offensive line. The Browns also signed all their draft choices as the 127 draft details remain to be clarified.
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Eve
Bench Beaten in Debut at River Downs
Johnny Bench, a two year old horse making his first start, finished fifth in the third race at River Downs on a muddy track. Jockey Clarence Diehl was not hurt.
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Bob Goalby
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Larry Ziegler
Buddy Allin
Mike Morley
Homero Blancas
Dale Douglass
Deane Beman
Bob Dickson
Hubert Green
Jim King
Rocky Thompson
Ras Allen
Wilf Homenuik
Roy Pace
Cincinnati
Johnny Bench
River Downs
Pockey
Clarence Diehl
Trainers mark ages at Aqueduct Spring meet top three
The 1973 Aqueduct Spring meeting shows the top three trainers with an average age of 31. Preston King leads with 40 winners at age 32, Jose Martin second with 32 wins is 29, and Johnny Campo third with 24 wins is 34.
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Preston King
Jose Martin
Johnny Campo
Granatelli Sees Motorcycle Racing Surge At Gold Cup
In Colorado Springs, Ken ny Roberts Don Castro and publicist Rob ert Jacka forecast growing motorcycle racing popularity. They say auto racing leads now due to greater promotion but expect motorcycles to rise, with Granatelli mulling a larger role and Roberts noting kids and families already prize racing careers.
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