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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1972

Page

4

A's near title as three pinch hits seal 3-2 win over Reds

Oakland trails 2-1 entering ninth but rallies on three pinch hitters. Gonzalo Marquez singes, Allan Lewis runs, and Angel Mu\ u ngual delivers the game winner off Clay Carroll to push the A's within one win of the championship. Hunter, Williams, and a relief by Rollie Fingers anchor the victory. Reds manager Sparky Anderson vows seven-game series as McGlothlin opposes Hunter in Friday’s fif th game.

John G. Griffin Oakland UPI Oakland A's Jim Catfish Hunter A’s Dick Williams Reds A's Sparky Anderson Jim McGlothlin McGlothlin Ross Grimsley Jack Billingham Anderson Willams Vida Blue Williams John Odom Gonzalo Marquez Tensce Hame Anders Ken Holtzman Don Gullett Tenace Jone Rollie Fingers Carrall

Erving Returns to Squires After Settlement

Julius Erving, back with the Virginia Squires after a settlement with owner Earl Foreman, will play tonight in New York and sit out a pending lawsuit. The ABA star's return ends a contract dispute stemming from a 1971 signing and his 1976 NBA pact with Atlanta.

Norfolk Virginia Squires Doctor J Julius Erving Squires Earl Foreman American Basketball Association Erving New York Carolina Cougars Atlanta Hawks Iya National Basketball Association Steve Arnold ABA Feving The University of Massachusetts Foreman Fre Ving Brooklyn N.C Hawks Carolina Virginia New York Nets Charlie Scott Phoenix Suns NBA Scott

Mt Anthony Eyes Weekend Win Over Winless Springfield

Mt Anthony coach Ken Liporto warns against overconfidence as his 1-4 Patriots travel to play Springfield, a winless foe desperate for a victory. Liporto criticizes officiating, cites defensive and passing struggles, and aims for a strong road performance to spark a potential rally toward a better season.

John Hubbard Ken Liporto Mt. Anthony Patriots Springfield Liporto MSU

Palmer Ties Lead In Napa With 66 In Rain Delayed Round

Arnold Palmer shared the first round lead at Silverado South with George Knudson after seven birdies and a bogey for 66. Knudson posted 66 on the North course while young Grier Jones trailed with 67 and others at 68. Nicklaus shot 69 in his first full round in a month. Gene Littler posted 71 after a recovery from surgery. Palmer praised his putting despite a 30-foot three-putt and lingering rain-softened greens.

Napa Calif UPI Arnie Palmer Canada George Knudson Palmer Silverado Club Knudson Grant Grier Jones Jimmy Weichers Bob E. Smith Bobby Mitchell Slim Buddy Allin Silverado Jack Nicklaus Nicklaus

Sabres shutout Canucks in 6-0 win

Buffalo Sabres, led by Gil Perreault with a goal and three assists, defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-0 behind goalie Roger Crozier’s first shutout of the season in the lone NHL game of the night.

Buffalo N.Y

Officials Clinic Promises Insight for Area Basketball

Park and Recreation sponsors an officials clinic led by Bob Kellogg and Frank Zoltak at North Bennington gym from 7 to 9 on the five Wednesdays of November beginning the first. Registration advised at the Recreation office 442-3543. A separate women’s volleyball program begins October 25 at the Vermont State Armory with one hour sessions and a small fee.

Park and Recreation Department Bob Kellogg North Bennington Frank Zoltak MAUHS The Recreation Department Vermont State Armory

World Hockey Association splits opinions after 10 days

In Ottawa 860 fans watched the Ottawa Nationals beat the Chicago Cougars 2 0. Ottawa’s first win in four. Chicago winless in four. Gerry Cheevers praises the WHA as balanced and disciplined after Cleveland Crusaders’ 5 0 win over the New York Raiders at Madison Square Garden. Other results include Houston 6 Minnesota 1, Quebec 4 New England 3, and Los Angeles 4 Philadelphia 2.

Walted Press International New World Hockey Association Ottawa Ottawa Nationals Chicago Cougars Chicago Gerry Cheevers Cheevers Boston Bruins Cleveland Crusaders New York Raiders Madison Square Garden the Garden New York Rangers Bruin Ranger Boston Nekstop Crusaders Raiders Skip Krake New York Houston Aeros Minnesota Fighting Saints Quebec Nordiques New England Whalers Los Angeles Sharks Philadelphia Blazers Ronald Leclerc Quebec New England Leclerc al Smith Gordon Labassiere Duke Harris Houston Minnesota Saints Mike Antonovich Gary Veneruzzo Los Angeles Blazers Sharks Russ Gillow

Alabama's wishbone shines while defense is exposed

United Press International reports Alabama's potent wishbone offense leading the SEC in scoring, but coach Bear Bryant warns the defense, ranked fifth against the rush, must sharpen its attack to avoid the Achilles heel. Tennessee coach Battle counters readiness, as the Vols aim to challenge the Tide in Knoxville amid a slate of major college games.

United Press International Alabama Paul “Bear” Bryant Crimson ‘Tide Tennessee Knoxville Bryant Florida Vols Bill Bate Battle Auburn

BBL Wins Final Soccer Match 2-0 Over Wallingford Foxes

BBL defeated Wallingford Foxes 2-0 to close the season with a 7-1 record. T J Carmeny opened scoring at 12 25 with Hobbie Clayton assisting. Doug Harrigan added the second goal a minute later with Dave Kelynn assisting. Herb Spaudling starred in BBL goal.

Manchester Birr Burton Foxes Wallingford T.J. Carmeny Hobbie Clayton Doug Harrigan Dave Kelynn Herb Spaudling

Petersburg Pass ski site reopens with new lodge

Petersburg Pass ski area near the New York Massachusetts border reopens this winter as Taconic Trails with a new lodge, refurbed lifts, expanded parking, and about 10 million dollars in future plans. The project adds 50 acres of trails on the New York side and three more adjacent mountains.

Lee Leary Petersburg N.Y Petersburg Pass Taconic Trails New York State New York-Massachusetts Williamstown Mark Raimer Whiteface Mountain Adirondacks Raimer Rainier New York New England Poughkeepsie Adams Joseph Magnifico North Adams

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