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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1969

Page

21

Ohio Bobcats sweep tennis and baseball doubleheader

Ohio Bobcats dominated on the tennis courts with a 9 0 shutout over Marshall, losing just one game in the top match as Barnes defeated Modell before a late comeback. Freshmen baseball beat Otterbein junior varsity run in a seven inning opener. In the second game, Ohio was no hit until late, scoring on three homers including a pin a homer by Reasoner as Tom Schaeffer homered for Ohio. Ashland Invitational golf saw Toledo lead after two rounds while Ohio finished second behind Toledo with individual leader Schenk atop the field.

Omo University Ted NW Techey Marshall Ohio Mami Steve Modell Barnes Modell Aa Oan Bobcats Tingle Weel Barone Dsl Dave Dal Alien Ae! Young Morin Lucrrowiay Yer Rerkens Otterbein Trautwem Field Bookinens Sian Sanders Ram Bobkitten Tom Rawsh Marysville Tom Schaeffer Dennis Reasoner Rick Kriesel

Tennessee Dominates Triangular Meet At Peden Stadium

Tennessee overwhelmed Ohio University and Kent State in a sunlit Peden Stadium triangular, winning 12 of 19 events to amass 195 points while Ohio State’s Bobcats triumphed in five events for 74. Standouts included Gil Skinner in the javelin and Harvey Mitchell in a key 440 yard relay, as the Vols push toward a likely SEC title. The meet featured several new stadium records and notable varsity marks amid strong performances despite travel fatigue.

Dave Kempton Sprical Mighty Tennessee Oho University Kent State Peden Stadium Vols Rulty Bobcats Stan Huntsman Kent Peden Addiion Ola Huntsman Cincinnat Watong Gil Skinner Bobvat Dor Fish Skinner Fish Tvo Bobcat Harvey Mitchell Jerry Marshall Tuchmond Flowers Art Conlidge Bob Bertelsen Ohio Coolidge Bertelsen Bobcat Craig May Ralph Boston Vol Koh Spring Dan Stimson Stimson Don Leedy Tony Crawford Bobcats Dave Leitch Ron Hungarter Hardee McAlhaney Marshall Marshal Oma Richburg Hungarter Les Raper

Chisox Blank Indians 4-0 in Cleveland showdown

Carlos May drove in three runs as the Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Indians 4-0. Tommie John pitched six solid innings, limiting hits, with Bob Locker finishing. May delivered a two run single in the fifth and an infield grounder that produced the third inning run, aided by Alomar and Aparicio singles. Rain delayed the game briefly, but Chicago held on for the win.

Cleveland Carlos May Chicago White Sox Cleveland Indians Tommy John Bob Locker John Max Alvis Ken Harrelson Locker Tony Horton Indians May Sandy Alomar Luis Aparicio Whits Sox Sam McDowell Mfth Sines Alomar Ron Hansen Jowe Hows Cheepa Boom Cleseinrd Jahn Lécker Jonsnegen Hickewsk Hemwiten

District Play Halted in Ohio Freshman Baseball Tournament

In a Crsss AA district game at Ohio University Freshman Field Portsmouth led Miami Trace 2 to 0 in the fourth inning when rain halted play. The contest will resume Monday at 1 pm. Portsmouth previously beat Warren Local 4 to advance, while Miami Trace defeated South Point 3 to 2 to reach the finals.

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Line Scores Show Baseball Action From New York and Houston

Line scores recap a baseball doubleheader with New York and Houston. In New York, Seaver and Grote feature on the mound and in the lineup as Lemaster, Womack, and Edwards contribute for a 1-4 tally, while Innes hits a fifth inning homer for the Mets. Los Angeles and Pittsburgh clash with Sutton and Bonning on the mound, Bonning allowing two runs while Sutton earns the win.

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Glouster High to Host Fourth Annual Track Meet

Glouster High School will host Tuesday's Mid-Ohio Valley Conference fourth annual league track and field meet at Glouster Stadium. Miller, the 18 defending champion, won the 1983 event by 28 points over Wahama. Preliminary rounds start around 2 pm with finals for running events at 3 pm and awards expected around 5 30 pm.

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Athens 3rd At District Before Rain-Halls Meet

Rain and hail halted the Southeastern District track meet at Chillicothe, delaying Class AA and A events. Final team scores show Lancaster, Athens, Marietta leading in Class AA and others. notable performances include Dave Burke's 27 foot broad jump and Tom Spencer of Gallipolis winning high hurdles.

Athens Caillicothe Chillicothe Lancaster Athens Marietta Gallipolis Ironton Waverly Belpre Uniota Chigapeake Southeastern Tl Punt Valley Pederal Wocking Croeksville Eastern Pike Manchester Miaford Steve Riggle Bob Sebring Bob Handley Tom Spencer Chuck Neal Marietta Dave Burke

Montreal Rally Overcomes Reds in Sunday Televised Win

Montreal Expos rallied from 4 2 deficit to beat the Cincinnati Reds 7 6 on national TV. Sutherland hit a key single and Rusty Staub scored on Carroll's wild pitch after Floyd Wicker set up the eighth inning rally. Montreal erased a 2 0 Cincinnati lead but Cincinnati answered with a three run fifth before Jones belted a grand slam to put Montreal ahead briefly. Reds then walked, grounded out, and Johnson singled in the ninth to close within one.

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Jucker eyes return to college basketball after Royals exit

Ed Jucker says he may return to college basketball after being replaced as Cincinnati Royals head coach. He notes disappointment, contemplates another role, and reflects on his Univ of Cincinnati ties and a possible college comeback. Robertson and Lucas defend Cousy’s coaching move and critique Royals’ bench and playing style.

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Bruised Batter Hunt Hit by Accidental Throws Last Season

Giants infielder Ron Hunt endured 23 fractured at bats due to stray pitches and bat mishaps during last season. The San Francisco club emphasized fixes in spring training to reduce injury risk and restore batter confidence.

Ron Hunt San Francisco Giants

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