Bench and Jenkins Sign Record Baseball Contracts
Johnny Bench reportedly signed a $175,000 1975 Reds contract making him the highest paid player in club history. Ferguson Jenkins agreed to about $175,000 cash plus car and rent-free house with the Texas Rangers. Steve Garvey signed for $90,000 with the Los Angeles Dodgers as arbitration activity increased.
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Reverses Trend Win In Last Minute
Cecil Powell's basketball team rallied from a 13 point deficit to beat Duncan 55 49 in the final minute. Eggleston key jumper and Free throws by Shannon Everett sealed the upset as Ike faded late.
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AA Cagers Battle for Postseason in Class AA
Seven teams vie for Class AA post season honors led by Comanche, Elgin, Walters and Anadarko. Comanche opens against Wilson while Walters faces Frederick, and Carnegie meets Elk City. District action at Healdton and Cordell shapes likely regional reps with Comanche and Walters tipped as strongest.
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MacArthur Gains Share of South Central Title Chase
MacArthur, already assured a share of the SC title, can win it outright Friday with a win at Ardmore after a 75-74 comeback over Chickasha. Archie Collie and Glenn Davis fueled the rally as Davis tied for scoring with 23. Chickasha’s Gilbert Jones scored 38 in a leading first half.
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Norman Tigers Rout Wolverines in Boomer League Clash
Norman Tigers overpowered Lawton High 67 58 to complete a 12 0 Boomer sweep and run their season record to 17 4 while Lawton High falls to 15 5. Gregg Byram led Norman with 26 points, Max Marquardt added 16, and Steve Boff had 11 as Norman built and maintained a double digit lead.
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Bill Watts the Man Behind Bill Russell Ad Buddy
Washington insurance executive Ronald Watts, a former Celtics forward, plays himself as a long distance friend in a TV spot with Bill Russell. The ad shows their genuine bond from Celtics days and Watts notes fan letters questioning the authenticity, which the company confirms. Watts recalls Russell’s quiet, sensitive nature and their shared humor and philosophy.
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Midgets League Scores and Player Highlights
Sultivan Village led 39 in a win over Westwood Park Lane 25 with Swinney scoring 17. Pioneer Park 15 defeated Western Hills 23 led by Toft with 22 points and Brockland 14.
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