End of an era as Lompoc Braves exit CIF 3A playoffs
The Lompoc Braves fall to El Segundo in CIF 3A baseball ending a dynasty era. After a storied run from 1968, the team eclipsed by top crowds, a 71-10 three-year record, and notable stars like Roy Thomas Ted Torres Monte Bolinger Joe Brooks and Bob Grossini. Cabrillo Conquistadores also enjoyed a standout season with multiple school records and co MVPs Mike Kluge and Ernie Martin.
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Ex-wife ex-boss clash over money tagged Boyer betting habits
Clete Boyer faces scrutiny after a whistleblower exposed his gambling on football and basketball bets while denying baseball wagers. He admits small stakes of 50 to 150 dollars and acknowledges risk from pool and card games common in clubhouses. The issue draws concern over conduct rather than legality.
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Portland Rose Festival meet features Hall and elite sprinters
Co world record holder Erv Hall leads a strong field at the Portland Rose Festival track meet with 13.2 hurdles and 9.1 sprinters among rivals. World shot put hopeful Randy Matson eyeing 70 feet as legends and near world record holders compete. off field, Bobby Boyer faces personal and team tensions amid divorce and contract disputes.
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Weiskopf Leads Kemper Open After First Round
Tom Weiskopf shot a 66 at Quail Hollow to lead the Kemper Open as Miller Barber Jim Colbert Charles Sifford and Tom Sisolak tied for second at 68. Lee Trevino Larry Hinson 69, Arnold Palmer 70, Dick Lotz 72, Tony Jacklin 73. Weiskopf praised his putting and home life, aiming for his first PGA win since 1968.
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Phillies sign Roy Thomas first draft pick from Walla Walla
Roy Thomas signed with the Philadelphia Phillies yesterday after being drafted sixth nationally. The deal includes a five figure bonus and an $8000 college scholarship, with estimates of the total bonus between 40,000 and 70,000. Thomas will join the Phillies Northwest League farm team in Walla Walla to begin his pro career as the team builds its pitching depth.
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Palmer carries Orioles to ninth straight win in rout
Elated Orioles overpower Twins 12-0 as Palmer earns his ninth win and complete game with six singles allowed. Frank Robinson drives in five runs including a homer, boosting Baltimore to an eighth straight victory and 10th in 11 games. Tigers beat Brewers 3-2 behind Norm Cash’s 13th homer. Martin’s club remains behind in AL standings.
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