Twelve teams for AAU Sprint Meet at Pawnee Park Pool
Twelve area swim teams will compete in the second annual AAU Sprint meet at Pawnee Park Pool Sunday. Opening at 9 am, over 250 swimmers are expected from Norfolk YMCA, Lincoln YMCA, Omaha West Bah Y, Westside, Lincoln Swim Club, Millard Swim Club, Hastings, Slot-Stingrays, Grand Island Sun Association, Kearney, and Columbus Seabees. Meet director Dave McNair, referee Bill Jackson, head timer Bob Brega, and clerks George Johansen and Hans Fregn will run the event with parental and student help. Trophy and ribbon prizes will honor top overall, boys and girls teams, with Seabees coach Don Janssen leading a self-supporting Columbus Family Y affiliated group.
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Baseball ruling may trigger reserve clause changes
Paul Ernst reports the Supreme Court ruling baseball a business while upholding the reserve clause. Possible collective bargaining and reserve clause changes could last about six years. Under current rules a player belongs to a club after signing a contract. Also noted is a golf Open recap and AAU track team Nebraska Meek at Polar Bluff for national women's junior championships with Janet Lake among entrants.
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Stone tops field in Fathers Day Alibi Seated Doubles
Sheila and Ardean Stone paced 34 entrants in the 4th annual Fathers Day Alibi Seated Doubles tournament at Columbus Bowl. The Stones rolled a 710 scratch doubles set, including games of 257.
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Cepeda joyful return as Braves bury hatchet
Atlanta welcomes sluggers back after Orlando Cepeda, once suspended, rejoins the Braves. Cepeda, 37, recovering from knee surgery, has appeared in 22 games this season while facing prior friction with manager Lyman Harris. A Columbus bowling event and awards list are mentioned alongside local entries and a June 23 Columbus Bowl gathering.
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Ladies Summer Doubles League tops at Columbus Bowl
Marti Janssen fired a 202 high game and Lee Warholski a 530 series to pace Columbus Bowl Ladies Summer Doubles. Other top bowlers included Debbie Gales 626 Eve Tasche 523 Ben Pensick 527 Mar Stepanek 524 Yvonne Mimick 518 and Sharon Heesacker 500. Janssen Warholski and Mitnick led teams with 374 pin count, while Pensik and Stepanek posted a 1052 score.
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Ali Compares Quarry Fitness Ahead of Las Vegas Bout
Muhammad Ali comments on Jerry Quarry's conditioning before their 12 round fight in Las Vegas on June 27. Ali notes Quarry looks overweight and says fighters would not be ready by a late count. The same card features Mike Quarry facing light heavyweight champ Bob Fedler for the crown.
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Americans In Munich Olympics TV Grip Sparks Debate
West Germany expects DOZ to broadcast the Munich Games with over 100 color cameras while ABC adds 16. The plan costs ABC about 22 million dollars with 13.5 million for IOC rights, aiming to boost prestige and post Games audience reach. Critics warn anti American sentiment and NBC dominance could shape coverage and control.
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Beamon to pass up Olympics for pro basketball
San Diego AP reports Bob Beamon, Olympic gold medallist famed for a 29-24 jump, will retire from track and field to pursue pro basketball. He cites reaching his goals and mentions interest in joining the NBA Phoenix Suns, noting past injuries and a current 26-11 best leap.
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Cosell backs sports commission amid pro league glare
Washington ABC commentator Howard Cosell urged Congress to form a national sports commission to curb monopolies and prestige excesses. He attacked owners, TV blackouts, and profit motives, while backing regulation power to suspend or cancel franchises for serious violations. Also notes Cary Boshamer gift funds UNC stadium opening.
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Canadian football struggles to win U.S. fans on new TV
AP reports Canada’s pro game faces an American audience. The push to adapt rules like three downs seeks to build a market for Canadian football with former U S college stars and recognizable names. efforts include a TV series pairing Rouge style play with U S viewers, aiming for a breakthrough in bold cross border exposure.
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Protest Over Olympic Training Site Move Leads Athletes to Boycott
AP reports two American record holders in women’s track threaten to boycott the Olympic training camp if moved from Champaign Illinois. Olga Connolly and Martha Watson lead a letter to AAU President Jack Kelly and coach Nell Jackson, urging the change. Nine others join, citing heat and humidity as factors. Bob Grossman of Maryland earns ACC Player of the Year after two no hitters. he hails from Salona Beach California.
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McLain to Start for Birmingham in Southern League
Asheville game tonight features Denny McLain on the mound for Birmingham in the first game of a five game set. Manager Cavarella cautions no call up. McLain seeks stronger outing after two recent solid efforts and a nine inning win over Jacksonville. He was sent to Birmingham by Oakland to regain form and arm strength.
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