Lompoc Ruthers healthy for Mt Healthy opener
Lompoc's 14 15 year old Babe Ruth squad prepared for its World Series opener in Albuquerque New Mexico with a two hour morning practice. The opening game against Mt Healthy Ohio is at 6 p.m. followed by Albuquerque against New Orleans in the nightcap.
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National Home for Wayward Athletes Launched in NYC
Campaign to build an American Athlete's National Home begins in New York with plans for 47 million dollar residences and medical aid for distressed athletes. Backers include Richard Roundtree and Jim Kervelas, with support from Buddy Young Roy Campanella and others. Locations eyed in New York or Los Angeles.
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Plane crash survivor recalls escape and deaths of teammates
Wichita State kicker and reserve QB Bob Renner recalls the 1970 Charter plane crash that killed 31 people including 14 players and coach Ben Wilson. He was one of nine to escape as the team headed to Utah State. he questions why he lived while friends perished and reflects on the crash and its aftermath.
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Amateurs and pro share Cal State Open lead
Lead round of the Cal State Open at Santa Maria Country Club sees 19-year-old Palmdale amateur Mike Kelly and Van Nuys pro Chuck Montalbano tied atop after rounds of 31 34 and 33 32 respectively. Greg Trompas sits just behind at 67 with several pros on 68 and defending champ Terry Small at 69.
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Cowboys QBs vie for No 1 spot in pre season clash
Dallas hosts Cleveland as Roger Staubach and Craig Morton dispute the top quarterback job. Staubach widened his edge with a 36 21 win over New Orleans, throwing three TD passes including a 69 yard strike to Bob Hayes. Cleveland relies on Leroy Kelly and Bo Scott while Mike Phipps, erratic this season, eyes action.
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Hill leads Philly Classic with seven under 65
Mike Hill shoots a 65 to take a one stroke lead at the Philadelphia Golf Classic while winter rules affect scoring conditions at Whitemarsh Country Club. Jack Nicklaus sits two back after a 66 as the field contends rain and drought impacted play.
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Villanova Loses Runnerup Share After Porter Goes Pro
Villanova University officials say NCAA officials reclaimed 72347 dollars in basketball tournament receipts after star Howard Porter signed a pro contract in December. The move strips Villanova of runnerup status and its share, a decision announced as the executive committee and council met in San Francisco. Porter's attorney said Porter is saddened by the action affecting the school and teammates.
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14 year old Gary Wells tops Knievel distance in Phoenix
Teen go kart veteran Gary Wells, 14, staged a public motorcycle jump at Beeline Dragway Phoenix clearing 12 cars and reaching 102 feet. He plans Labor Day to validate the record and has attracted offers from across the country.
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