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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 01, 1971

Page

15

Kemper Hurt In Practice With Ohio University Bobcats

Ohio University basketball center Logan Kemper suffered a pinched nerve in the shoulder during the first day of contact practice. He will be out indefinitely, with Steve Kappes moving into the center slot. Teammates Al Benton and Jeff Beams remain sidelined by injuries as coach Bill Hess says the squad has learned plays and will refine timing and technique.

Ohio University Bobcats Jone Logan Chuck Kemper Bobcat Kemper Ohio University Steve Kappes Athens al Benton Jeff Beams Ohio Bill Hess

Athens DeMolay Softball Rises to 8 1

The Athens DeMolay softball team improved to 8 wins and 1 loss after a 21 16 victory over Ohio University Security Police at Jaycees field. They split Sunday games with Chillicothe DeMolay, losing 6 5 then winning 17 3, and earlier beat the Athens Squires 12 8.

Athens DeMolay Meigs Athens Ohio University Security Police Jaycees Chillicothe DeMolay Athens Squires

Wynn Opens Ohio Open Run with Five Shot Lead

Bob Wynn shot five under par 67s to take a five stroke edge entering the final 36 holes at Westfield CC. Pros Bernie Alleman Cliff Cook Phil Ferranti Steve Wilkinson sit at 139, while amateurs and other pros chase in Medina Ohio with $1,000 top prize in the $10,000 event.

George Strode Associated Press Medina Ohio Bob Wynn Bruce Devlin Chi Chi Rodriguez Bernie Alleman Westfield Country Club Cliff Cook Perrysburg Phil Ferranti Toledo Steve Wilkinson Westerville Wilkinson Wynn

Giles Says He Isn't Jinxed in National Amateur

Marvin Vinny Giles, 28, defends his mindset before the National Amateur Championship at Wilmington Country Club. A UVA Law grad, he has finished runner-up in three previous editions and is among the event’s favorites with rivals Jim Simons Ben Crenshaw Tom Kite Gary Cowan Eddie Pearce and Nick Weslock set to challenge over 72 holes.

Wilmington Del Marvin Vinny Giles Wilmington Country Club University of Virginia Law School Jim Simons Butler Ben Crenshaw University of Texas Tom Kite Jr Gary Cowan Canada Eddie Pearce Temple Terrace Fla Nick Weslock

Bowling Meetings Planned at Rollerbowl Leagues

The Triple Crown League holds a Thursday 7 30 p m meeting at Rollerbowl with openings available. The Sundowners League meets Friday at 7 p m to discuss Friday bowling likely starting Sept 10. Contact Cheryl Winters at 593 7514 or Carlene Morgan at 592 1439 to join if unable to attend.

Cheryl Winners Carlene Morgan

Eyes and Sighting the Line in Putt Technique

Arnold Palmer notes golf eyes affect line read. See correct sighting by turning head under ball and avoiding head lift to prevent following an incorrect line. Emphasizes true sighting to ensure the putt travels along the intended path.

Torre takes NL RBI lead in 2-1 Cards win over Mets

Joe Torre drove in the decisive run in the first inning and later led the NL in RBIs and batting average as the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the New York Mets 2-1. Ted Simmons hit the winning run, and Torre credited Astroturf and teammates for his hot start. Other NL results included Cubs over Expos in 10, Giants over Braves, Dodgers over Astros, and a Pirates win over Philadelphia.

Herschel Nissenson Associated Press Joe Torre Torre St. Louis Cardinals New York Mets RBI Pittsburgh Willie Stargell Matty Alou Danny Frisella Donn Clendenon Mets Jerry Reuss New York Nolan Ryan Deron Johnson Oscar Gamble Phillies Pirates Rennie Stennett Milt May Gene Clines Manny Sanguillen Ken Henderson Dave Kingman Chris Speier Gaylord Perry Giants Braves Los Angeles Wes Parker Dodgers Astros Doyle Alexander Alexander Willie Davis Bill Russell Reds Tommy Helms Pete Rose Padres Leron Lee Larry Stahl

Athens Messenger Triumph Over Expos In Tight Unit

Brock Davis drives an RBI single in the seventh to tie the game as the Athens Messenger tops the Expos in a suspenseful contest. The Expos’ late surge in the sixth inning, led by Ron Woods and Ron Hunt, produces four runs before darkness ends the nightcap.

Expos Brock Davis Chicago Ken Holtzman Ron Woods Ron Hunt Bob Bailey Boots Day John Boccabella

Yastrzemski Quietly Silences Boos With Ninth Inning Hit

Carl Yastrzemski, amid boos and trade rumors, delivered a dramatic ninth inning single off Jim Palmer to lift the Boston Red Sox to a 4 3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park. The win and his comeback hit came as Boston clung to hope in the AL East race while other scores across the league included Oakland over California 4 1 and Detroit over Cleveland 6 1 in the doubleheader.

Bert Rosenthal Associated Press Carl Yastrzemski Boston Red Sox Baltimore Orioles Yastrzemski Orioles Fenway Park Tom Yawkey Baltimore Oakland California Detroit Cleveland Tigers Indians Minnesota Chicago Washington New York Kansas City Milwaukee Jim Palmer Mike Fiore Doug Griffin Luis Tiant

Scores and results from the Mi ajors East and West divisions

Tuesday and Wednesday baseball results show Chicago over Montreal 7-6 in 1st game with 2nd game suspended. Cincinnati beat San Diego 2-0 and Pittsburgh 7 Philadelphia 6 Los Angeles 6. Houston 4 St. Louis 2 New York 9 San Francisco 0 Atlanta 0 0. Montreal Chicago game completed later. Thursday fixtures include Montreal at Chicago New York at Philadelphia Los Angeles at Houston and New York at St. Louis all night.

Tug McGraw Cards Pittsburgh Philadelphia Chicago Cubs Montreal Expos San Francisco Atlanta Los Angeles Houston Cincinnati San Diego Torre St. Louis Sammons Ww. Lt. Bct. GB St. Louis We Chicago Sesrreecsses New York Cesses Montreal Seco Atlanta Sesess Chicago New York Britton Jenkins McQueen Fecyant Poomens Fryman Ellis Roberts Nolan Sutton Billingham Seaver Gibson

Booster Club Plans Football Season At Athens High

Reminder issued for Wednesday 7:30 p.m. meeting at Athens High School. High school booster club to outline activities for the coming Bulldogs football season. Volunteers sought to assist with various projects at home games.

Athens High School Bulldogs

Mets Hear Move Threat as Yankees Co tenancy Talks Gain Steam

M Don ald Grant proposes moving the Mets to New Jersey if New York City forces the Yankees to share Shea Stadium. Giants may move to New Jersey for 1975, while the Yankees press city for stadium upgrades and traffic plans within a 30 day window.

NEW York M. Donald Grant New York Mets New Jersey New York City Mets New York Yankees Shea Stadium Sanford Garelik Yankees Yankee Stadium New York Giants Giants

Athens Net Team Wins Intercity Tennis Match

The Athens Tennis Association beat Lancaster 2-1 at Rising Park courts. Athens players were Jerry Adams Rich Danner Bob Trevas and Jose Torres. Adams beat Fey 5-7 6-4 6-1 Danner lost to McNamee 3-6 7-5 6-3 Trevas Torres defeated McNamee Martin 6-3 6-2 in doubles.

Athens Tennis Association Lancaster Rising Park Courts Athens Jerry Adams Rich Danner Bob Trevas Jose Torres Adams Jim Fey Chuck McNamee Danner Trevas Torres Jim McNamee Paul Martin

Athens Middle School Eighth Grade Football Meeting Called

Coach Jim Mason scheduled a 6 p.m. Wednesday meeting in the middle school gym for eighth grade football players. Those unable to attend should obtain physical cards from the principal's office. Vic Hadfield named new captain of the New York Rangers hockey team.

Athens Middle School Jim Mason

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