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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1977
Page
13
A columnist expresses frustration with gender biased formats in celebrity competitions. He argues fairness is missing, cites rigged outcomes and gendered handicaps, and suggests alternative mixed events and a potential local challenge against the opposite sex.
Philadelphia AP report notes 24 striking NBA referees will resume work for the playoffs after a 16 day walkout. Coaches and players welcomed the return as Gene Shue of the 76ers stresses the need for experienced officials and orderly integration of replacements.
The National Association of Basketball Referees and the NBA announced a drop of charges and a no strike pledge. Referees receive a 150 dollar per game raise and recognition as exclusive bargaining agent. dues will be collected. Jake O'Donnell expresses relief and a sense of belonging return to the court. Deputy Commissioner Gourdine and NABA counsel Phillips call it a shared victory for league players and fans.
Indians designated hitter Rico Carty openly challenged manager Frank Robinson at a team dinner, saying leadership was lacking as Cleveland dropped to 4-9. Robinson responded that players may speak freely while GM Seghi hinted the remarks were meant to lift the club. Pitcher Jim Kern criticized Carty’s approach.
Denver coach Larry Brown plans Marvin Webster at center for the Nuggets in Portland as Dan Issel may miss the game with an infected foot. The series stands 2-1 in favor of Portland with the Blazers aiming to control rebounding and officials after a rough stretch. Bill Walton and the bench support bolster Denver's bid in a pivotal night.
Reggie Jackson hit a two run homer and two doubles as the Yankees beat the Orioles 9 6 in Baltimore. He drew boos and amid fan disorder he spoke little, noting fans should not throw objects. Police reported about a dozen arrests for disorderly conduct and assault.
High Point College coach Chuck Hartman plans lineup changes in a district game at Gardner-Webb as the Panthers seek sharper mental focus after a 10-6 win over St Augustine. Freshman Don Groseclose earned the win, while McArthur Davis hit two homers for St Augustine and Joel Swope Tim Reid and Jeff Kennedy homered for HPC. The 27-8 Panthers showed lapses as they built a 10-1 lead before holding on.
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