Messersmith shuts out Pirates as Dodgers surge in West
Andy Messersmith fired a five-hit shutout over Pittsburgh 6-0, improving to 6-1 with a 2.57 ERA. Ron Cey belted a two run homer, Steve Yeager backed a strong defense, and Los Angeles opened an eight game NL West lead after Cincinnati lost. Don Sutton to face Chicago next.
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Bad Alex shines as Rangers topper move in AL West
Alex Johnson collected four hits driving in four as the Rangers beat the Indians 6-2 to climb to 1 game over .500 and into second in the AL West. Jackie Brown limited Cleveland but Oscar Gamble homered revealing a 15 inning scoreless streak ended in the seventh. Brewers beat Angels 9-7 with Mike Hegan's pinch hit RBI.
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Runner Gripes At NCAA Meet Over Pro Status
Larry Jones, pro football player for the New York Giants, ran in the NCAA track meet but is ineligible for next week's AAU meet and for the 1976 Olympic team because of professional status. Jones complains his publicity is unfair as fans question Northeast Missouri State and his impact on amateur athletics.
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Hargis and Pirates Resume Negotiations After Recess
After five hours of talks Gary Hargis and a Pirates representative paused negotiations announcing a resume today. Hargis, Cabrillo graduate, was picked in the second round as the draft concluded after 37 rounds. Larry Silveira Cal Poly SLO catcher went to Philadelphia in round 19. Bobby Salas Nogales pitcher joined Oakland in round 23.
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A's turmoil spills from clubhouse to field in Detroit
Oakland stars Reggie Jackson and Billy North fought twice in Detroit before a 9-1 win over the Tigers. Teammates separated them, but the rift remains as Jackson and North confront ongoing friction amid a tense season. Manager Alvin Dark avoids commenting on the feud.
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Lompoc Legion Baseball Trip To Santa Maria Then Home Opener
The Lompoc American Legion squad travels to Santa Maria No. 1 tomorrow, then hosts Atascadero Sunday at 1 p.m. at Lompoc High after a season opening win. Opening ceremonies precede Sundays game. probable lineup includes Brockett, Guerra, Duncan, Borchard, Renfroe, Dahlmann, Havis, Polly, Rodriguez, and Berry.
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Motocross Sunday Set at Spillway Park Santa Maria
A full program of motocross racing will be offered Sunday at Spillway Park in Santa Maria. Entry is 5 dollars with insurance, admission 1.50, under 10 free with an adult. All classes from 100cc Junior to Open Expert run plus a minibike class. Silencers are mandatory.
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Lompoc Board Considers Expanding Girls Interscholastic Sports
The Interscholastic Athletics Advisory Committee proposed expanding girls teams and increasing funding to improve opportunities. It rejected coed integration and urged thoughtful steps, with the report now sent to the Lompoc Unified School District board for action.
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Lompoc District Girls Sports Report Shapes Equity Plan
A district committee proposes equalizing athletic programs for girls and boys. It outlines current imbalances, costs, and staffing, and sets recommendations including new girls sports like softball and basketball, plus facilities upgrades and trainer expansion for 1974-75 and beyond.
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