Johnson Comfortable In 2nd Bengals Season
Cincinnati coach Bill Johnson feels more at ease planning for his second season with the Bengals. He notes improved continuity with three new assistants and outlines exploring a three four defense in preseason using linemen Coy Bacon Gary Burley Eddie Edwards Wilson Whitley. Johnson mentions potential returnee Bob Brown if he passes camp and remains healthy.
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Payton Dreams of Playing for Browns Coach Gregg
Eddie Payton free agent and brother of Walter Payton spoke of a dream to join the Cleveland Browns under Forrest Gregg. He reflected on a rough rookie scrimmage at Kent State, prayed for guidance, and noted Lombardi's influence as he pursues a pro career while continuing youth outreach work.
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Kansas City Splittorff Faces Detroit in Major League Game
Major League action features Kansas City pitcher at Detroit as Splittorff seeks his 7th win and Detroit adds 24 hits in a prior contest.
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AL Teams Hope to Fool Experts
The Baltimore Orioles and Chicago White Sox, underestimated in preseason pennant races, aim to surprise again as the AL division races resume. Chicago manager Bob Lemon notes no runaway leaders, while Kansas City's George Brett argues the Royals could still contend despite a 24 game deficit.
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Pitching to Decide AL West and East Battles Says Legends
The Athens Messenger notes the Orioles lead the Red Sox by a half game and the Yankees by three in the AL East as pitching becomes decisive. Lemon and Zisk stress 2-1 wins, Carew calls for consistency, Yastrzemski cites last road trip pitching, and Billy Martin urges improved pitching and play.
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Dodgers Hold Commanding NL West Lead As Season Nears Halfway
Dodgers sit 92 games into the NL season with a 56 1 pace and a 92 game lead over the Reds in the NL West. Sparky Anderson says Cincinnati must win 50 of 73 to catch them. Cubs lead NL East but hang on to a two game edge over Philadelphia as the stretch run begins.
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Athens High adopts athletic code of conduct for all sports
Athens High School will enforce a year round athletic code guiding athletes trainers managers and cheerleaders. It bans drugs alcohol and tobacco and sets minimum standards with possible extra rules by coaches with approval from the athletic director and principal. Copies will go to all athletes and be included in the student handbook.
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Athens Defeated Glouster Triumphs in Separate Legion Games
McConnelsville overcame Athens 6 3 as Tim May filled in at catcher and starred for the visitors. Athens ends regular season 10 18 before district play in Athens. Glouster defeated Belpre 8 4 after an eighth inning burst, finishing 16 12 and advancing to the district tournament in Athens.
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Defending Canadian Champion Faces Injury Talk at Open
Defending champ Jerry Pate arrives at the Canadian Open amid questions about a pinched neck nerve and past injuries. The 23 year old from the United States seeks to defend his title at Glen Abbey as top rivals Nicklaus Floyd Lietzke Geiberger Trevino Weiskopf and others loom.
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