Giles Faces James in 86 Holes for British Amateur Title
American Vinny Giles, 1972 U.S. Amateur champion, opens a marathon 86 hole final against English rising star Mark James at Hoylake. Giles, a Richmond Virginia attorney who manages several pro golfers, is one of the circuit’s most experienced players. James, 21, a yoga practicing, science fiction fan who works in a food warehouse in winter, has been Britain’s top Walker Cup scorer and may retire from golf within a year.
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Hoylake
England
Vinny Giles
U.S
Mark James
Giles
Richmond
United States
James
Britain
St. Andrew’s
Jerry Pate
Pensacola
Fla
Pate
High School Playoffs Decide in North Carolina Baseball
North Buncombe edged Williamston 9-8 to force a deciding Game 3 in Class 3-A as the title game set for Williamston at 8 p.m. Coach Roger Buckner and shortstop Tony Martinez were ejected for arguing with an umpire. In 2-A Hallsboro swept Sylva Webster 3-2 with Alan Canady driving in the winning run. Cullowhee beat Clement 11-0 in 1-A behind freshman Greg Moore in his first start.
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Associated Press
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Cullowhee
North Buncombe
North Carolina
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Roger Buckner
Tony Martinez
Sylva Webster
Alan Canady
Tigers
Clement
Greg Moore
Rebels
Huff Signs On With Colts
Baltimore Colts announce the signing of Ken Huff for the 1975 NFL season. Huff, a first round pick, agreed to a long term contract to bolster the offensive line. The 6 foot 4 inch guard from North Carolina is expected to start at left guard as the club rebuilds under general manager Joe Thomas and coach Ted Marchibroda.
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Baltimore Colts
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Huff
Colts
Ted Marchibroda
Colt
Joe Thomas
North Carolina
Allison Grabs Riverside Pole In Grand National Race
Bobby Allison led qualifying for Riverside Grand National 400 by averaging 110.753 mph in an AMC Matador, a Riverside record pace, ahead of Richard Petty in a 1975 Dodge. Daytona winner Benny Parsons was third, with Californians Jimmy Insolo and Ray Elder among the top qualifiers as the field fills to 20 of 35. Darrell Waltrip also qualified, while defending race winner Cale Yarborough skipped the event.
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Calif
Bobby Allison
California
Riverside International Raceway
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Petty
Benny Parsons
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N.C
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Skyland
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Jimmy Insolo
Mission Hills
Ray Elder
Caruthers
Darrell Waltrip
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Tenn
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Ala
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Randleman
Cale Yarborough
Carner Leads LPGA Event Despite Double Bogie
JoAnne Carner holds a three-stroke lead after a five under par 68 as rain drenched the Pine Plains course. She blamed a momentary lapse on her first hole but credited solid play with four birds and two eagles, aiming to become the first woman pro to earn 100000 in a season.
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N.Y
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U.S
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Jocelyne Bourassa
Penny Pulz
Althea Gibson
Jayne Kazmierski
No Surprises In College World Series Play
Arizona State defeated Fullerton State 5-2 behind Floyd Bannister as Texas edged Oklahoma 4-2 in a pitching heavy open. Oklahoma squandered chances on the bases while Texas controlled the late innings. Arizona State and Texas head to round two while Oklahoma faces elimination in the eight team double elimination event.
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Neb
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Fullerton State
Texas
Oklahoma
Fulleron State
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Arizona
Jim Brock
Bannister
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Enos Semore
Sooners
Jim Gideon
South Carolina
Seton Hall
Riverside Qualifying for NASCAR Grand National Race
Riverside California hosts a 400 mile Grand National road race with 20 qualifiers listed by car, year, and top speeds. Bobby Allison leads qualifying with a 110.753 mph lap in a 75 Matador followed by Richard Patty and Benny Parsons in 74 Dodges and 75 Chevys.
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Riverside International Raceway
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Chevrolet
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Thomasville YMCA Announces Spring and Summer Programs
The Thomasville YMCA adds four activities for spring and summer including two adult basketball leagues, adult swimming classes, and a bike club. An organizational meeting for the summer league is June 11 at 8 p.m. at the Y, with a separate men’s 3 on 3 league meeting June 16. Two adult swimming classes run two weeks this summer with sessions at 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Registration is at the Y. The bike club will be organized at a meeting June 123 at 1 p.m. at the YMCA.
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Thomasville
Jone 123
YMCA
Support Cast Changes Buy Floyd Holds Lead
Veteran Dan Sikes, hampered by tendinitis in his right shoulder, posted a five under par 67 in the Kemper Open’s second round to move within two strokes of leader Ray Floyd who held a two shot edge at 136 after a 71. The windy humid day altered the chase as final rounds approach with national TV coverage ahead.
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Charlotte
Dan Sikes
Sikes
Ray Floyd
Floyd
South Africa's Gary Player Seeks First American Title
Gary Player moved into contention at High Point after a 70 securing 139 total, tying Miller Barber, Steve Melnyk, and Dick Rhyan for the lead alongside veteran players. Sam Sikes, sidelined four months by shoulder problems, called the day satisfying and noted the fun of sinking key putts.
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Johnny Miller
Tom Weiskopf
Arnold Palmer
Lee Trevino
Billy Casper
Gary Player
Plac
Miller Barber
Steve Melynk
Dick Rhyan
Sikes
Foolish Pleasure and Master Derby Staked in Belmont Stakes Showdown
In New York the Belmont Stakes features Foolish Pleasure and Master Derby aiming to seal a 2-1 edge in the Triple Crown by winning Belmont Park’s 14 furlong test. They face seven rivals at 126 pounds including Derby winner and Preakness victor, with longshots and notable past Belmont outcomes shaping bets and strategy.
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Just the
Kemper Open Second-Round Scores Show Wide Leaderboard
Ray Floyd and Gary Player co-lead a crowded field at Quail Hollow after rounds of 65 and 69 respectively. The $250,000 Kemper Open features top golfers like Dan Sikes, Gene Littler, Tom Watson, and Lee Trevino among many in pursuit at Charlotte North Carolina course.
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N.C
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Larry Nelson
James F. West
Tony Hollifiel
Roland Martin wins South Carolina invitational bass title
In Summerton South Carolina Roland Martin of Broken Arrow Oklahoma rose from second on day two to win the three day South Carolina invitational bass tournament with 64 pounds securing first prize of 8456. Hurley Beard of High Point North Carolina led after two days finishing second with 52 pounds 11 ounces. Blake Honeycutt of Hickory North Carolina finished third with 51 pounds 11 ounces. Mack Mimmons of Columbia South Carolina fourth with 46 pounds 10 ounces and Herbert Venning of Summerton fifth with 45 pounds 1 ounce. A total of 170 anglers competed as 2656 bass were caught.
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S.C
Lake Moultrie
South Carolina
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Broken Arrow
Oka
Hurley Beard
High Point
N.c
Blake Honeycutt
Hickory
Mack Mimmons
Columbia
Herbert Venning
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