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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1970
Page
10
Bob Gibson 34, two out eighth inning gave up San Diego's lone hit as Ivan Murrell doubled to center. Gibson struck out 13, walked two, and improved to 8-3 with his sixth straight win. Jose Cardenal led St Louis with three doubles and two RBIs as they won 8-0.
In this final Sidelines column sports editor Bill Cockshott reflects on eight years in Lompoc, praise for local youth leagues, Cabrillo and Lompoc athletes, and the prep writer program. He notes notable figures like Mark Chambers and Bob Pellerin who contributed to the Record and community.
Ronald Toomey earned the win for the Wildcats as they edged the Moose 8 7. Dan LeSueur doubled and Frank McMullen tripled for the Wildcats while John Neal doubled and John Lizarrage tripled for the Moose. Daryl Aragon fueled the Wildcats on a 13 4 win over the Twins.
Rico Petrocelli charged the second basis attempt and collided with Bobby Floyd, prompting a wild throw that helped the Boston Red Sox defeat the Kansas City Royals 3 to 1. Frank Howard scored on Aurelio Rodriguez’s fly and Washington beat Minnesota 3 to 1. Other AL scores: Milwaukee over Baltimore 6-1, Chicago 6 New York 3, Detroit 9 Oakland 7. California at Cleveland rained out.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Claude Osteen and Mack Calvin of the Los Angeles Stars were named co athletes of the month for May by the Helms Athletic Foundation. Osteen went 5-1 in May and Calvin, a rookie guard, helped the Stars defeat Denver 4-1 before a six game ABA finals loss to Indiana.
Atlanta report says the NBA plans to ask Congress to approve a merger with the American Basketball Association to end costly player battles. Commissioner Walter Kennedy noted potential hurdles after Denver ABA signed Michigan State star Ralph Simpson, risking congressional backing.
Florida State defeated Texas 11 2 in the semifinals and advances to the final against Southern California, a five time champion, as both teams carry 3 1 records into the title clash. USC earned a bye into the final after the semifinal rounds. Rich Nye recalled by Montreal Expos to cover military duty.
In Minnesota and especially the Twin Cities area, Hazeltine National Golf Club stands as a landmark course hosting the 1970 U.S. Open. The piece notes Hazeltine's length, challenging greens, and tree-lined rough, with quotes from players and officials about its tests for championship golf. It also mentions the Hazeltine name pronunciation and historical context within the local golf culture.
Joe Frazier hailed Jerry Quarry as a contender after Quarry stopped Mac Foster in six rounds at Madison Square Garden. Quarry eyed a rematch with Chuvalo, aiming for one more big win before a possible title shot, while his record moved to 36-4-4.
Moody heads a 150 player field at the 1970 U S Open at Hazeltine National Golf Club. The 7 151 yard par 72 course with soggy rough presents a puzzle to former champions and newbies alike as weather adds uncertainty. Prizes total 200 000 with 30 000 to the winner. the field will trim to the low 60s and ties after Friday.
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