Congs Facing Pitching Gap As 1971 Hill Season Looms
The Hill's 1971 lineup returns eight lettermen and three other varsity players to cover outfield and infield positions except third. Coach Dick Wilson cites pitching as the weak spot while praising strong hitting and defense. Bill Boyer, a righthander, is 1-0 after a solid opener against Santa Barbara. Freshman Craig Winegarner, along with J C Holt and Kevin Drake, will compete for mound duties though Drake may remain sidelined for basketball.
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Cabrillo Baseball Sees Shaky Pitching Ahead of Season
Cabrillo’s Congs face untested mound depth led by Bill Boyer Dennis Hall and Mike Hetzler as Ernie Martin departs. Injuries and limited varsity time cloud pitching while 1971 standouts slugger Kluge and Murphy anchor the lineup amid strong league rivals Lompoc Righetti Santa Maria.
Lakers poised to tie road win mark at Knicks in New York
The Lakers chase a 28th road victory to match the NBA single season road wins record as they face the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Coach Bill Sharman hails improved play despite recent losses en route to clinching home court in the playoffs.
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AAU Chief Says China Must Join IAAF for Exchanges
New York, UPI The AAU president Jack Kelly, brother of Princess Grace, said U S China sports exchanges depend on China joining the IAAF. He noted the AAU cannot invite Chinese athletes while China does not participate in the federation. If China joins IAAF, exchanges may proceed.
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Southeastern favorites stumble as Kentucky toppled by Alabama
In tight SEC action Alabama upsets Kentucky 73-70 in Tuscaloosa. Nearby Jacksonville University wins 111-108 in overtime against No. 14 Houston, boosting NIT hopes. Kentucky State dominates Eastern Michigan 121-76, while Tennessee climbs to first place with a 78-66 win over LSU.
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Schedule highlights for Northern League games through May
The slate lists games from February 29 to May 16 with venues Buena Bishop San Marcos San Luis Obispo Arroyo Grande Righetti Santa Maria Lompoc Pomona tournament and make up dates. All games set for 3 15 p m with bold indicating league matches.
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Major mound aces sign and Orioles camp remains thin
More than $1 million in baseball talent signed on Monday as Giants ink Juan Marichal to a two year deal and Tito Fuentes for a smaller amount. Other high earners included Al Downing Don Sutton Norm Cash Andy Messersmith and Deron Johnson. Still unsigned were Vida Blue Mickey Lolich Joe Torre Rusty Staub and numerous Orioles stars amid a summer of stubborn negotiations.
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