Player Returns To South Africa With Misgivings
Gary Player, considering residency in the United States, flies home to South Africa with mixed feelings after a five week American tour. He cites family, money, and his desire to extend his prime as reasons to return, though he contemplates living in America for about ten years to focus on the U S tour. Player has earned over $1 million in U S prize money and 21 tour titles in 18 years in this country, with a stellar international resume including multiple British Opens and World Match Play wins.
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al Geiberger
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Spiders Top Tech 1-0 in 10th Inning Thriller
Richmond Spiders beat Virginia Tech 1-0 in 10 innings as David Brooks pitched three hits and Kevin Harvey delivered a two out RBI single. Rob Vernon reached on a walk, stole second, and scored on Harvey’s second hit, ending Richmond’s season at 16-13 while Tech dropped to 21-9.
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David Brooks
Kevin Harvey
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Mike Arrington
Aaron Hunter Doubleheader Headlines at Shea Stadium
Thousands filled Shea Stadium as Cap Day drew fans from city and suburbs to watch Catfish Hunter and Hank Aaron in a Milwaukee Brewers New York Yankees doubleheader. Aaron tied Babe Ruth for career RBIs with 2,199 or 2,209 per records. Hunter earned his first win in four decisions, pitching effectively and silencing Aaron in the nightcap.
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Former Demo Leader Named NBA Commissioner
Lawrence Francis O'Brien, ex Democratic National Committee chairman, was named NBA commissioner with a three-year, $130,140 annual contract. The Springfield, Massachusetts native will become the league's third commissioner, succeeding Walter Kennedy who retires June 1 after nearly 12 years.
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National Basketball Association
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Know Thyself Is Lew Fonseca Hitting Coach Premise
Chicago AP Lew Fonseca, famed batting instructor and 1929 AL champion, emphasizes self knowledge as the key to hitting. He cites Ted Williams, Hick Monday, Johnny Bench, and Pete Rose as students, noting adjustments, undercoaching, and personal study of talent and desire.
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