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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1972
Page
7
Dan McEldewney laments declining local sports leagues including Little League and Minor League. He blames parents for low attendance and lack of support, urging readers to attend games and engage with their children's activities. He stresses personal responsibility and questions whether readers value their kids over other pursuits.
Fans promise a lively atmosphere as the teams head into the next ball game. Local nerves run high with the rivalry renewed and tickets selling fast for the upcoming matchup at the city stadium.
Sports Fans of America, once disbanded, seeks a federal sports commission forum after Sen. Marlow W. Cook requested a 2,000-name mailing list. Organizer Dominic Piledggi testified that fans want input on TV blackouts, ticket prices, concessions, parking, salaries, and preseason ticket ties, arguing for a Ralph Nader style consumer union.
The Corry Erie Crawford Trap League team fell 111 to 64 at Albion. Francis Hanlin and Bud Watrous led with 18 each, followed by John Bulard 17, Marion Tripp 16, and John Zamborik 15. Corry now sits 4-1 in league play.
Mario Andretti, 1969 Indy 500 winner and five time national champ, travels 35 miles daily from his Mount Pocono home to Pocono International Raceway for a week of practice amid heavy rains from Agnes. He is among 43 entries for the July 2 Schaefer 500, a top favorite, while weather delays push back qualifying as drivers seek track time.
The Houston Astros topped the Cincinnati Reds 9-5 in Cincinnati. Doug Rader hit a three run homer as Houston scored six in the third inning to move back into first in the NL West. Cesar Cedeno went 4-for-4 with three runs. George Culver earned the win. Wayne Simpson took the loss.
Dick Allen tops voting as Western Open defending champ Bruce Crampton trails by five after a brutal wind at Sunset Ridge. Sikes and Jamieson carded three under par 68s to lead a crowded field in the $150,000 event with Opperman Irwin and Weiskopf tied at 69.
The Pirates sign four draft prospects including two Pennsylvanians Ray Castaldi of Parkside and William Hagins of Freeport, plus Tim Flaherty from Rockville and Michael Busby from Bessemer. They’ve signed 22 of 43 drafted players this month.
Baseball Commissioner Bowie Kuhn Football's Commissioner Pete Rozelle and Clarence Campbell NHL president were to testify before the Senate Commerce Committee on a proposed federal sports commission. Also set to testify were Leon Hart and John Penelli of the NFL Alumni Association. Walter Kennedy NBA commissioner scheduled to appear next week with league and player representatives.
The Thursday-Nite Mixed Doubles League closed its summer session last night. Karen Faris led the women with a 179 single, while Ron Gates led the men at 219. Other high scores included Lanny Fitch, and standings show Har Pin Busters and Karenaris.
LOS ANGELES AP reports a three way deal could see Carroll Rosenbloom owner of the Baltimore Colts obtaining the Los Angeles Rams and then exchanging franchises with Robert Irsay of Skokie Illinois. Rams President Bill Barnes confirmed discussions and called the Herald Examiner report of negotiations as a bizarre possible transaction. Barnes noted the sale process has dragged on while executor Reeves estate holds 5 percent. Offer bids include Carlos Romer of Santa Monica at 16 million and Hugh Culverhouse from Jacksonville. Reeves died April 15 1971 and reportedly rejected a 20 million offer. The Rams will sell once a satisfactory arrangement is reached, but exact money remains undisclosed.
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