Racing on TV Could Elevate Auto Racing to National Fame
A look at how television has transformed sports and the potential impact on auto racing. Some officials predict live TV could lift stock car racing beyond the South, raise purses to around 250000, and broaden national appeal, while others worry about long races, coverage complexity, and audience boredom. Proposals include clock-based scoring and alternative race lengths to fit TV formats.
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Dennis Byrd Cut From Patriots
AMHERST Mass AP The Boston Patriots cut defensive lineman Dennis Byrd as part of a shakeup after last season. The club also waived Mike Montler, their No 2 draft pick, and indicated a possible recall of Byrd or a trade. Tony Garrett, College All-Star, was claimed by none yet. Garrett later appeared to join camp after a call to the club.
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Howerton Earns GM of the Year Honor in Carolina League
Howerton, famed for a strong playing career with a 1947 Browns bonus contract and a long minor league run, accepts a career move to baseball administration. Named General Manager of the Year in 1966, he is nominated for baseballs top promotional prize and reflects on a life spent in the sport. No successor has been named yet, and observers say it will take a strong leader to sustain his record.
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Streaks Alive In Southern League Night Clash
Asheville won 6-1 over Charlotte as Don Anderson hit two homers driving in five runs. Birmingham fell 4-2 to Montgomery for its fifth straight loss while Savannah had a rainout for the fourth straight day. Asheville moved within eight games of the leaders, sweeping Birmingham earlier.
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Hogan Wins Heated Contested Tennis Title at Eastern Grass Courts
Patti Hogan of La Jolla defeats Kristy Pigeon of Danville in a three set women’s singles final 3-6 6-3 6-4 at South Orange New Jersey. Hogan, unseeded, uses strong serves and returns to claim the title as Pigeon, ranked sixth nationally, pushes late rallies. Stan Smith and Bob Lutz win the men’s doubles final.
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Maloney Wonders Where Hits Went
Cincinnati hitters led the standings but went quiet while pitchers carried the load. Mike Recht reports the team shuffled back toward the top as the mound staff delivered solid work to salvage the game and keep the pace in the race.
Maloney limits Mets as Reds triumph in late rally
In a tight 1-0 Cincinnati win, Jim Maloney hurled eight innings with a two-out walk ending his bid for a complete game. Alex Johnson's sacrifice fly produced the only run as the Reds beat the Mets 1-0, widening Cincinnati's NL West lead amid a crowded standings night.
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Mets blunted as Reds blank Hodges cites missed chances
Manager Gil Hodges laments few scoring chances after the Mets were shut out by the Reds, the first time Cincinnati has held New York scoreless since June 2. Koosman takes a hard loss, first to hold the Reds under two runs since June 22, and the first 1-0 defeat since 1967.
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Arnold Falmer Masters Champion Headlines Weigh In
Arnold Falmer is noted as a four time Masters winner. The piece cautions players about accidental movement of the ball in deep rough and outlines how the ball can be displaced when addressing shots.
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