Don Larsen remembered as perfect game hero and charmer
A Columbus Telegram feature recalls Don Larsen the 1956 World Series perfect game pitcher. It notes his pitching mastery and big personality as a comic book fan and husband to Corrine Larsen, recounting how he met her on a 1957 All Star break flight and his legendary life of fun and kindness.
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Three major upsets in Wimbledon tennis
Charlie Pasarell edged Adriano Panatta in five sets to trigger a day of shocks at Wimbledon. Bernie Mitton toppled John Newcombe, Onny Parun beat Jaime Fillol, while Arthur Ashe Stan Smith and Vitas Gerulaitis advanced on a upset-filled Thursday and Friday schedule.
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Three share lead in Zaharias Invitational in rain
In Chagrin Falls Ohio JoAnne Carner Marilyn J Smith and Ai Yu Tu shot two under 70 to lead the Babe Zaharias Invitational Classic first round amid rain delayed greens. Sue Roberts Susie McAllister followed at even par with others at 73 74. Second round Saturday with top prize 15000. Arnold Palmer to enter Westchester event July 15 18.
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Dickson leads Western Open after second round at Butler National
Bob Dickson shot 69 for a two round total of 136 at the Western Open in Oak Brook. He holds a slim lead as Hale Irwin and other contenders chase from midpack positions at Butler National Golf Club amid post rain winds and evolving cuts.
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Nebraska anglers report broad success across state waters
Field reports from Nebraska Game and Parks Commission conservation officers detail good fishing statewide. Walleye and bass feature prominently with lake and river hotspots from Lake McConaughy to Sand Hills ponds and the Elkhorn River yielding catfish crappie bluegill and white bass in varying sizes.
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Davies Named Executive Director of United States Colle Sports
Davies was announced Thursday as the new executive director, succeeding Frank Bare of Tucson who resigned to devote full time to leading the United States Gymnastics Federation.
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