McCovey Powers Giants Past Cardinals in TV Night
Willie McCovey slugged a double and three singles to drive the San Francisco Giants to a 7-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals in a nationally televised game. The slugger raised his average to .318 as he refocused on hitting to all fields.
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Decatur Player Johns Signs Calhoun Tennis Grant
Inks Tennis Grant recipient Lauri Johns of Decatur High School is pictured with Calhoun coach Mary McCoy after signing the grant. Johns starred at number one for the Raiders and finished first in both singles and doubles at the Calhoun Invitational.
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Shorter College Hawks land Calhoun star Elmo Alexander
Signings show basketball standout Elmo Alexander of Calhoun committing to the Shorter College Hawks in Rome Georgia. Alexander averaged 10.8 points per game.
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Erving Dominates Opening Playoff Win With 33 Points
Julius Erving led the Philadelphia 76ers to a 107 101 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in game one of the NBA playoffs. He showcased slams, jumpers, spin moves and passing, finishing with 33 points five rebounds four assists and three steals as the Sixers fueled by Dr J highlighted net cutting time.
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Salt Walther Purchases Spot In Indy 500 Field
Salt Walther failed to qualify for the Indianapolis 500 after starting practice at speeds over 194 mph but posting 184.549 mph on the final run. The article recounts Joel Thorne’s 1937 bid to buy a starting berth and notes AAA and USAC positions on such actions.
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Tomboys down Memphis Rebels in Decatur fast-pitch clash
Decatur fast-pitch women’s team the Tomboys won 14 to 2 over visiting Memphis Rebels. Pitcher Tish arter allowed two hits and contributed at the plate with a two-for-three night. Tina Laker, Charlotte Childers, Martha Crowe and Peggy Hayes added hits as Decatur prepares to host Huntsville Chargers at Point Mallard with games Saturday 7 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.
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Pietkiewicz Makes Most Of Final Auburn Year
Auburn guard Stan Pietkiewicz spent weekends in Decatur showcasing skills at Aquadome and Almon Center. The 6-5, 200 pound guard played through a tough 13-13 season and reflected on leadership, discipline, and hopes for a strong 1978 campaign. He averaged 11.1 points and 90 assists last year and spent summers in Europe training with Christian Associates All-Star team.
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South Carolina Wins Region To Reach College World Series
South Carolina roared back from an opening loss to beat Wake Forest 6-1 and win the NCAA Atlantic Regional title in Columbia. Randy Martz struck out 12 for his 12th win with no losses, as SC slugged four homers led by Don Repsher and Mark Van Bever and Mookie Wilson.
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