Como-Bashrum Take State Doubles Tennis Crown in Texas
Baytown pair Como and Bashrum, first-year sophomores, defeated Dan and Bill Hinkle of Denton for the state doubles tennis title at the University of Texas Penick courts. They overcame an early deficit in both semifinal and final rounds, rallying to win 9-6 6-3 6-4 in the final, with strong play from Keeton and Dixon in earlier rounds. Robert Lee’s coach Ta Rards re-elected president of the Texas High School Tennis Coaches Association.
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Indians Take Early AL Lead with 9-6 2-1 Streak and Rosen’s Fifth HR
The Cleveland Indians surged to a 17-7 record and an 18 percent edge atop the American League after sweeping the Kansas City Athletics 9-6 and 2-1. Al Smith powered the rally with three homers in the doubleheader, including two two-run shots and a late homer off Art Ceccarelli to tie, then Al Rosen delivered his fifth round-tripper in the seventh inning to seal the nightcap. The Dodgers continued a hot pace with a 9-8 win over the Phillies as Hodges and Snider provided key blasts. The Yankees beat the Red Sox, White Sox edged the Tigers, and the Senators crushed the Orioles.
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Pee Wee Reese sidelined huddle talk sparks pitching calm
Baseball legend Pee Wee Reese explains mound conversations aim to ease tension and back up the pitcher, often offering strategic nudges or simple reassurance. Tales recount pleasant chats with Erskine and Robinson, and a famous hunting topic with Preacher Roe during a tense 1940s World Series moment.
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Sole swap helps Swaps win richest Derby
In Louisville Kentucky Derby drama Swaps defeated Nashua by a length and a half aided by a half sole from a woman's shoe reset under his hoof. Trainer M A Tenney described a tender right front hoof and a late shoe removal before Derby day. Swaps heads home to California with Rex Ellsworth owner and Wee Willie Shoemaker aboard. Preakness prospects include Nashua Summer Tan Racing Fool Flying Fury and Honey's Alibi.
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Murray-Go-Round Spikes Rival Amid Controversy at State Meet
In a chaotic finish at the state meet, Wyson edged Gault in a late surge for the baton after a collision and foul sparked by rough blocking. The relay drama cost Ganders seconds and potentially the team’s position as North Side failed to capitalize. In Oslo, South Africa defeated Norway 4-1 in Davis Cup action, setting up a second-round clash with Denmark.
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Dallas Eagles Sweep Texas League Doubleheader
Dallas Waples rode Mickey Sullivan's hot bat to a doubleheader sweep over last-place Oklahoma City, closing to within 1.5 games of the San Antonio Missions. San Antonio lost 5-1 to Shreveport, while Houston Buffaloes crushed Beaumont 10-3, and Fort Worth beat Tulsa 7-5. Moncrief pitched in relief in both Dallas wins. Sullivan caused four Dallas runs in the nightcap.
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Houston
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Indians
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Pele Burnside
Roger Aldridge
Jack Cardey
Arnie Atkins
Brundage Trip Jazzes Up Aussies
Olympic Games President Avery Brundage said his whirlwind tour of Australia may have turned the tide in lagging preparations for the 1956 Sydney Games. He indicated progress and renewed interest from Australian officials ahead of next year’s Olympics.
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Avery Brundage
Olympic Games Commission
Australia
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