Readers' Sports Opinion lampoons Title IX debate
A readers letters segment laments gender equity in athletics, arguing women deserve equal funding and support. The note cites Coach Bryant and women's softball, praises rising female participation, and mentions Rebecca McNally and Donna Gillilan as examples of women breaking barriers in baseball and Little League.
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Montreal Expos
Dave
Donna Gillilan
Huntingdown
W. Va
Yankees rally to beat Red Sox 8 6 to regain lead
Walt Williams saw a routine putout in a tie breaking inning and scored an insurance run as the Yankees beat the Red Sox 8-6 on Saturday. The win moved New York back into first place behind Trevino and Williams’ late spark.
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Walt Williams
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Red Sox
Houston
Atlanta Braves
Marty Perez
Astros
Newsmakers Seek Cure as McNally Endures Long Hiccups
Dave McNally continues to suffer persistent hiccups since June 17, drawing attention from local newsmakers who hope for a remedy. The disorder has spurred discussions about possible treatments and public awareness.
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Dave McNally
Braves and Astros set for 2 p.m. on Channel 2
Radio and TV listings show Braves vs. Astros at 2 p.m. on Channel 2. Also Wimbledon coverage at 2 30 p.m. and CBS Classic and World Invitational on later afternoon slots, with various times and channels.
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Astros
Spirit of America Events Schedule At Point Mallard And Burningtree
Wednesday features Spirit of America Tennis at Point Mallard through Saturday with pairings and times to be announced. Thursday hosts Dixie Boys and Dixie Youth city playoffs with times to be announced. Friday offers Spirit of America Golf Classic at Burningtree through Sunday with times and pairings to be announced.
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Point Mallard
Dixie Boys
Dixie Youth City
Emens and Rankin Lead Decatur Open After Round One
One year ago today Randy Emens and Jim Rankin shot three under par to lead the Decatur Jaycees Open at Indian Hills. The same date ten years back saw Kathy Farrer open with 74 to hold a three stroke edge in the Decatur Country Club Women's Invitation.
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Randy Emens
Jim Rankin
Indian Hills
Kathy Farrer
Decatur Country Club
Bengals Runback Boobie Clark Charged By Cincinnati Police
Cincinnati Bengals running back Charles Boobie Clark was charged with making a false statement to an officer after police found a bench warrant for his arrest related to a traffic violation.
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Cincinnati
Charles
Clark
Cincinnati Bengals
Rozelle Rule case to reveal NFL financials in aggregate
The Rozelle Rule suit moves toward final stages in Minneapolis with an audit set to disclose aggregate 1964 to 1974 club finances. Defense says figures will show overall operating income and costs for three groupings, not individual team salaries.
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Minneapolis
NFL
Rozelle
U.S
Earl Larson
John French
Glennon
Larson
NFL Players Association
Lightning strikes three pros halt Western Open play
Lee Trevino Jerry Heard and Bobby Nichols were struck by lightning at the Butler National course in Oak Brook Illinois causing cancellation of Friday rounds. Trevino and Nichols remained hospitalized for observation while Heard planned to play again if possible amid thundershowers forecast for the weekend.
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Ill
Lee Trevino
Paul G. Fredrickson
Trevino
Jerry Heard
Bobby Nichols
Hinsdale Hospital
Butler National Golf Club
Heard
Nichols
Gary Wintz
Lee
Albert Salinas
el Paso
Lée
Carnoustie
Scotland
Salinas
Ann Grassel
Libertyville
Tony Jacklin
England
Bucky Harris to Manage Oldtimers Game at Shea Stadium
Bucky Harris will manage a team of former American League stars in the 14th Oldtimers Game versus former National Leaguers at Shea Stadium on June 28. Casey Stengel is named to manage the NL players. Harris has 56 years in major league baseball.
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NEW York
Shea Stadium
Casey Stengel
Harris
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