Giants Domed And Doomed In Texas
The Giants lost to the Astros 5-2 in Houston, extending a rough streak inside the Dome. Across the National League, Pirates beat Phillies 10-0, Expos topped Mets, Dodgers defeated Padres, Cubs beat Cardinals, and Reds edged Braves as the pennant race moves along.
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Do Not Steal On Yaz First Commandment Applies To Base Runners
Boston defeated Baltimore 1 0 to move into second place in the AL East while Yaz threw out Frank Robinson at the plate to end a fourth inning threat. Detroit fell 1 0 to Cleveland as Cleveland halted a five game skid. Washington swept the Yankees 2 1 and 8 0, California topped Chicago 2 1 and 1 23, Minnesota split with Milwaukee 2 1 and 5 8, and Oakland split with Kansas City 3 9 and 6 3. Blue Moon Odom pitched a complete game for Oakland in the opener.
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Congregational Church Beats Corry Alliance in Softball
In a makeup contest at Corry Area High School the Congregationalists defeated the Corry Alliance 10 to 8. Ray Lillie earned the win, while George Fox took the loss. Brown and Smith had two hits for the Congregationalists, Dolby and Huff had two for the Alliance, and Danny Trask hit the longest homer of the day.
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Savings, Loan Wins Easily Over Girard
Corry Savings and Loan defeated Girard Legion 7 to 3 at Loveland Field to move to an 11 and 4 season mark as they approach their 20th game against Harborcreek. Brad Rupp pitched three innings with three hits allowed, Gary Bennett closed with one hit allowed, while captain Ron Bailey and John Crotty each had two hits. This was the Erie County Legion League's final game before the half, won by Millcreek for the first-half title.
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Carner Wins Open at Kahkwa for $5000 Prize
JoAnne Carner captured the U S Women's Open at Kahkwa with a final total of 288 on the 6306 yard course, seven strokes ahead of Miss Whitworth and Mickey Wright. Donna Caponi finished tied for third, earning $1233, as Carner praised the hills and her improved play in the final rounds.
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Hixson Steals Show In Plunkett's Position
In the 11th annual Coaches All America game in Lubbock Texas Chuck Hixson backed up Heisman winner Jim Plunkett and delivered a clutch performance guiding Nebraska's Joe Orduna to a game winning 17 yard run with 31 seconds left. Hixson connected on a 22 yard pass to J D Hill and drew praise from coach Bob Devaney for his late inning heroics.
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Mitchell Triumphs In Cleveland Open With 22 Under Par
Bobby Mitchell reclaimed victory after six years on tour with a final round 65 at Beechmont County Club. He finished 72 holes at 22 under, totaling 262 for the event. Charles Coody was second at 269, Bruce Crampton tied for third at 271, while Trevino finished 18 strokes back.
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Mars Tops Venus In Girls Softball Match
Mars defeated Venus 22 to 12 in a girls recreation softball game Friday evening. Mars shortstop Kathy Walsh hit a bases loaded home run and Venus players Nancy McLaughlin and Melissa Cole connected on two additional homers.
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Ed Berry Leads Weekend Bowling At Summer Mixed Doubles
Ed Berry topped the Summer Mixed Doubles weekend lanes with a 217 high game on his home alley, edging Dave Croston who rolled 215. Carol Hunt led the women with a 186 score amid a busy league night in Charleston.
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