Beasley Proves Quick to Fit with Steelers
Tommy Beasley, VPI standout and Steelers draftee, signed a three year contract with a substantial signing bonus. The 239 pound defensive lineman rose to 249 pounds after rookie camp drills and aims to prove himself as a future starter in Pittsburgh. He plans heavy conditioning ahead of training camp while balancing family time in Elkhorn and Blacksburg.
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Beasley recalls college days and Steelers chance
Beasley talks about money, travel, and his rise from Northfork high school to VPI and a shot with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He shares stories of meals, fans, and coaching insights, and evaluates 1977 VPI prospects with emphasis on the quarterback as a key question mark. He praises his own pro potential and work ethic.
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Blazers rout 76ers to even finals at two games
Portland used a balanced attack with 12 players scoring as Philadelphia relied heavily on Julius Erving who was limited by Portland’s defense. The Blazers dominated with a 41-point third period and stressed a team approach to overcome the Sixers in Philadelphia.
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Jack Ramsay
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Gene Shue
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Gottfried Routs Nastase In Marathon French Open Quarter
Brian Gottfried, the lone American left in the men's draw, rallied from two sets down to upset top seed Ilie Nastase 4-6 3-6 6-2 6-2 6-3 in a dramatic quarterfinal at Roland Garros. The match stretched to a third of a match before darkness and wind forced completion after 3 hours 30 minutes. Gottfried, from Fort Lauderdale, faces Phil Dent in the semifinals after Dent defeated Jose Higueras in a long five-set match.
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Orioles Start Season Stronger Than Expected
The Baltimore Orioles surge to their best start since 1970 led by steady pitching and clutch hitting. Young pitchers Flanagan Martinez and McGregor fill gaps left by losses of Reggie Jackson and Wayne Garland as veteran leaders like Pat Kelly and Ken Singleton drive May success. Palmer leads the rotation as May rakes in wins, while attendance trails last year’s mark despite optimism.
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Reds Beat Braves 5-2 Behind Zachary's Complete Game
Pat Zachary yielded four hits and George Foster drove in three runs as the Cincinnati Reds defeated the Atlanta Braves 5-2. Zachary improved to 3-6, issued six walks in six innings but escaped danger with three double plays and retired 13 of the last 14 batters to complete the game. Braves starter Jamie Easterly took the loss, dropping to 2-2, as Cincinnati extended its win streak to five and rose to 23-23, first time the defending champions sat at .500 since early in the season.
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D'Antoni to Instruct at Concord College Basketball Camp
Former Mullens and Marshall star Mike D Antoni will teach handling dribbling and fundamentals during Concord College basketball camp in Athens. The two week program starts June 19 with separate sessions for boys and girls and costs 90 dollars including meals and lodging.
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Graham Tops Jaycees 9-8 in Pony League Thriller
Graham defeated the Jaycees 9-8 on Wednesday night in the Graham Pony League. Winning pitcher Johnny Quintier allowed the score, while McIntosh took the loss. Joe Lewis had three hits and Randy Colly two for Graham. Mike Hartson hit a bases loaded triple for the Jaycees.
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