Eye on the ball myth debunked by eye specialist
Renowned optometrist Dr. Leon Review argues keeping both eyes on the ball boosts athletic performance. He cites improved baseball contact rates and reduced strikeouts after vision training, noting many players ignore eye health amid pricey gear and trainers.
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Norton smiles with new WBC belt in Los Angeles
Ken Norton beams as he shows off the World Boxing Council championship belt awarded Wednesday in Los Angeles. Earlier the WBA crowned Norton the heavyweight champion, confirming his title status.
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Wisconsin star Mike Eaves declines Barons contract
University of Wisconsin All-America Mike Eaves will not sign with the Cleveland Barons this season. Barons GM Harry Howell says the offer was rejected after a meeting with agent Art Kaminsky. Eaves will play for Team USA in the World Cup in Czechoslovakia next month.
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Nicodemus Named Head Coach of Iowa Cornets Pro Team
Des Moines based Iowa Cornets hire George Nicodemus 53, a former Nebraska women's coach with a 164-79 college record, as first coach of the new Women's Basketball League team to begin play in late December. He will oversee coaching plus administrative duties as assistant general manager, with Tryouts and Iowa talent focus planned.
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Vida Blue Still Missing From Giants Camp
PHOENIX ARIZ. AP Despite a promise to resume workouts with the San Francisco Giants there was no sign of pitcher Vida Blue before during or after the club 4-2 exhibition loss to the Cleveland Indians. Blue who joined the Giants March 15 in baseballs biggest spring trade was expected to return to work with teammates left behind in Tucson. Giants general manager Spec Richardson said no renegotiation of Blues 410000 two year deal would occur unless he showed genuine commitment and conditioning. Cleveland hot prospect David Clyde threw six scoreless innings in the win.
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IOC confronts Los Angeles bid over 1984 TV rights
Los Angeles faces a rocky path to the 1984 Games as IOC members criticize LA's questionnaire answers they call arrogant. LA plans to handle TV rights and revenue, challenging IOC rules and prompting contingency bids from Montreal Moscow Tokyo Mexico City Munich. Lord Killanin will meet LA planners to seek compromise ahead of May Athens presentation.
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