Reds unveil new look with Morgan spark in key win
Cincinnati's post season contenders swap speed for power as Joe Morgan and Denis Menke bolster the lineup. Morgan's steal and two men on move set up Ted Uhlaender's go ahead hit in a 5 4 victory over Pittsburgh, while Dave Concepcion homer highlighted the Reds' latest triumphs among Thursday's MLB games.
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Braves eye spike finals in Northern League meet
Central Coast track eyes a 9 a.m. start as Santa Maria (5 0) seeks to clinch top spot in the all Northern League finals with Lompoc (3 2) fighting for a possible tie. Cabrillo and Cabrillo injuries threaten their scoring while Lompoc aims to rebound in running events and relays.
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Local athletes shine in Arcadia and Vegas meets
Lompoc Valley athletes dominated events with Terry Williams posting the fastest two mile time by a high schooler this season at Arcadia, while Cabrillo coach Bob Boyer set a national 25-29 year old 50 yard freestyle record at USC. Caprio wrestler Benjo Williams won a 98 pound freestyle title in Las Vegas after winning Greco Roman the night before at the YMCA tournament.
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Lakers face Knicks firepower in rematch after openers loss
In Game 1 the Knicks bombed the Lakers from outside, hitting 72.1 percent in the first half and 53.8 overall as Red Holzman praised accurate shooting and defense. Bill Sharman acknowledged New York's movement and open man plays as the Lakers struggle to counter the perimeter barrage.
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Sports Sked Today With Baseball Tennis Golf Auto Racing
Today’s schedule lists baseball games San Luis at Cabrillo and Lompoc at Santa Maria plus tennis Lompoc at Santa Maria and San Luis at Cabrillo. Golf features Lompoc versus Cabrillo at VCC while auto racing runs tenue at Santa Maria Speedway and CIF prelims swim at Santa Monica High.
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Santa Maria Speedway Week Two Stock Race Preview
Bobby Randolph of Santa Maria seeks another win as stock cars and supermodifieds return for the second week at Santa Maria Speedway. Competing drivers include Cliff Vose and Ronnie Souza in Chevys, Steve Stanley and Kenny Finch in Fords, with Morro Bay’s Carson Porter and Derby winners Elliott Bros. among challengers. Gates open 6 p.m. for a 8 p.m. start. rules contacts: Doug Fort Morro Bay, Ron Souza Santa Maria, Richard Daly Lompoc.
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Jerry West Fights for One Championship Moment
A veteran sports writer roots for Jerry West as he reflects on a 12 year wait for a title. He recalls West’s endurance through injuries, the 1970s era Lakers, and a pivotal playoff scene against the Knicks that left West visibly moved and still chasing a championship.
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