West Central Blue Devilettes Reach State With Comeback Win
West Central girls basketball earned a 83-78 comeback victory over Riceville to clinch a spot at the state tournament in Des Moines. Coach Gene Klinge lauded the rally while star Kenda Bartz led with a 32.6 point average and Shelly Simpson added 22 points as the team, with two seniors and strong juniors, advanced to face Dubuque Senior in the first round.
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Carlton Tops Pitchers With 4.15 Million Deal Amid Spring Signings
Philadelphia’s Steve Carlton became baseball’s highest paid pitcher by signing a four year 4.15 million contract, while St. Louis signed Willie McGee and others as teams prep for the exhibition season. J.R. Richard faced new circulatory test results amid a lingering health battle.
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Randy Davidson leaves Cedar Rapids Reds for family reasons
Randy Davidson, manager of the Cedar Rapids Reds, quits baseball after two seasons to focus on family and a regional sporting goods sales job. He led the Reds to a 65-68 record and a first-half Southern Division title in 1981 and notes financial strains and travel with a young child influenced his decision.
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