Baseball makes China comeback in Beijing inspired program
Claremont athletic director Bill Arce reports China renewing baseball interest after decades of isolation. He coached 49 coaches and 40 players, noting Chinese players show strong hand eye coordination and discipline. He predicts baseball will be taught widely in schools and says top 25 could compete with most amateur teams worldwide.
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Royals Begin Seven Game Homestand at Kansas City
Kansas City leads the division as the Royals return home Monday for a seven game stretch. They host Minnesota in a three game set, then Seattle for four. After the All-Star break July 7-9, Detroit visits for two July 10-11. Kansas University Night is highlighted Thursday vs the Mariners.
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Underdog LeDoux Faces Holmes For World Title Clash
Minnesota fighter Scott LeDoux, a 26-6-4 light hitter, trains for a July 7 title bid at the Met Center in Bloomington against undefeated Larry Holmes. LeDoux, a lifelong iron-range athlete, vows to shut critics up after years of big fights with Foreman Norton Lyle Spinks and Weaver, aiming to reach boxing’s summit.
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