Babe Ruth squads return to action in playoff push
Lompoc Babe Ruth 14-15 year olds head to Wasco for a Northern California Southern Section tournament opening Sunday at 5 p.m. The winner advances to a best of three series Aug. 13 for a spot in the Babe Ruth Southwest Regional in Douglas Arizona. Lompoc 13-year-olds travel to Hollister for a three game district playoff after sweeping District Three in last week’s tournament. Coach Dennis Ray credited Owen Ethridge and Leroy Grossini for key contributions with Ethridge batting .692 and nine RBIs in four games while Grossini hit .500 with nine RBIs despite a back injury.
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Little League District 50 Tournament Night Games
Scores from Monday and Tuesday show Santa Maria South 6 Nipomo 4 and Lompoc American 4 Santa Maria North 5. Tonight includes Lompoc National versus Village Hills at 5 p.m. Village Hills Diamond with Beach Cities on a bye. Tomorrow 5 p.m. Vandenberg versus Orcutt National at May Grisham School. Saturday schedule features Santa Maria South versus winner of Game 3, Santa Maria North against Beach Cities, and Santa Maria West against Orcutt American at Joe Nightingale School.
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Lompoc Babe Ruth team heads to Northern California on tour
Lompoc 14 15 year old Babe Ruth All Stars depart for Wasco to compete in the Northern California Southern Section baseball tournament after attending the funeral of Eddie Hall's father George Hall in San Jose. The team, coached by George Meyer, dedicated their weekend victories to Eddie and his dad as they advanced to the State Sectional tournament.
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Thomas rips Cowboys brass amid race and honesty claims
Duane Thomas held a news conference accusing Dallas Cowboys officials of dishonesty and racism after a standout rookie season. He criticized Tom Landry and Gil Brandt, demanded 80 000 dollars, and warned of a lawsuit unless talks resume. Team officials deemed the breach terminal to any contract talks. Meanwhile Howley planned to play on, Patriots sought arbitration for Olsen, and Bears traded Ronnie Bull to Philadelphia as camp begins.
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Bando Saves Blue In 12th As A's Rally Past Indians
Sal Bando homered twice and drove in the winning run in the 12th inning to back Vida Blue, who allowed eight hits and 11 strikeouts over 11 innings, in Oakland's 4-3 comeback victory over Cleveland. Blue left with a no decision as Knowles earned the win.
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McCovey Delivers Ninth Inning Slam For Giants
Willie McCovey, battling knee injuries, crushed a 9th inning grand slam to lift the San Francisco Giants past the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-4. McCovey’s blast came after a 2-run deficit and followed key hits by Dick Dietz and Ken Henderson, with Mays also forced in the tying run. Other NL scores included Chicago over New York, Atlanta sweeping San Diego, and Hank Aaron's two homers for the Braves.
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Roy Thomas Seeks Medical Checkup in Philadelphia
Ex Lompoc High star pitcher Roy Thomas, farm hand for the Phillies at Walla Walla, traveled to Philadelphia for examination by the team doctor after a back strain. Doctors say the issue resembles a charlie horse and is not considered serious. more on his progress in tomorrow's sports section.
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Recreation softball highlights from the Jaguars and rivals
Ponytail Carol Norris allowed one hit and struck out 13 in five innings as the Jaguars shutout the King's Queens 11 0. McDonalds defeated the Phillies 8 4 with Pam Higgason earning the win and going 3 for 4, while Diane Gustitus and Robbie Brooks added two hits. Pizza Palace beat Boozers 12 2 behind John Terrones who allowed three hits and led with two hits alongside John Montoya.
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