Greensboro Open finds Watson, Wadkins in early chase
High Point native Roger Watson fired a 74 at Sedgefield in the Greater Greensboro Open opening round while Lanny Wadkins posted a 69. Englishman Maurice Pambridge struggled with an 81 after a 64 at Augusta last year. Fayetteville’s David Canipe and other pros faced tough starts.
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GGO Contenders Rely on Experience at Greensboro Open
Veteran stars like Lou Graham Dave Stockton and Gay Brewer headline a round showing strong rookies lack. Players with six plus years tour time led by Brewer and Wiechers posted 67s to sit near the leaders. Trevino Trevino Miller Zarley and Weaver joined a crowded 68 with comments on form and nerves after rough weather.
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Greensboro Open yields lead tied by Brewer and Wiechers
In soggy Greensboro the 3230,000 Greater Greensboro Open began with a muddy wind blown round. Jimmy Wiechers shot 66 to tie with veteran Gay Brewer, who used a new putter and eagled two of his last four holes despite frigid conditions. NBC technicians protested outside while coverage plans for weekend rounds remained intact. Brewer, 44, credited improved chipping and putting after a two week off period.
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Kuhn Faces Expansion Clash Over Washington Seat
Baseball Commissioner Bowie Kuhn warns the American League may move to add a Toronto franchise if a suitable provision for Washington cannot be produced within seven days. He suggests the National League could pursue a 1977 franchise if unresolved. The stance drew mixed reactions from AL President Lee MacPhail and others involved in the Chadwick era dispute.
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Yanks Help Messersmith in Free Agent Dispute
Andy Messersmith testifies as the principal witness in the Yankees free agent dispute over agent Herb Osmond. The case centers on no cut provisions and deferred payments, with differing terms between the memo and the contract as of 1980.
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Maryland player Patton dies after heart attack on campus
Maryland sophomore center Chris Patton died after collapsing during a campus pick up game. He was 21 and his death followed the February passing of Owen Brown, his teammate, in a separate incident. Proceeds from a benefit game and marathon dribbling contest were to aid the Southern Maryland Heart Association.
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