Russia trip adds incentive at AAU track championships
The 1970 National AAU Track and Field championships open in Bakersfield with a last minute incentive a trip to Russia beginning July 6 for top finishers. About 500 competitors compete across events led by 100 yard dash stars John Carlos Harrington Jackson and Robert Taylor. Steve Prefontaine challenges in the three mile with Jack Bachelor, while Willie Davenport leads the high hurdles. Randy Matson and Karl Salb duel in the shot and discus in Saturday's crowded program.
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Otis to Lead East Squad in All America Game
OSU's Jim Otis named running back starter for the East in the 10th Coaches All-America game in Lubbock Texas. East relies on Gordon Slade at quarterback and Otis to counter West passing attack led by Dennis Shaw and Terry McMillan. Slade, fourth in NCAA passing last season, anchors the East with Isenbarger and Ray also in lineup.
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White Sox Take Lions Club Underdogs 5-3 in Village Hills League
Ron Rogers starred in his debut with nine strikeouts and three hits allowed to power the White Sox past the Tigers 5-3. Dean Thompson led the offense with a double, and Rogers Kent Tunell Keith Libby and Les Jamison added safeties. Tigers' Wayne Travis and Joe Lingle doubled. Bobby Bergstrom had a single.
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Baseball Standings and Schedule for Thursday
Standings show New York 8 Chicago 3 Pitts 3 St. Louis 2 Phila 3 Mtl 2 in 11 innings Los Angeles at Atlanta postponed. Tonight's doubleheaders and pitchers listed for each matchup with times in EDT and Saturday's games noted.
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Lompoc and Vandenberg Vie For Legion Showdown
Lompoc leads the Santa Maria Indians Invitational by half a game over Vandenberg Village as the two clubs prepare for a Monday night clash at Ellis Field after Sunday games. Lompoc stars Roy Thomas and Teddy Torres anchor a strong pitching duo while Vandenberg relies on Tony Mason until recent college commitments.
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Exotic dancer Morganna kisses Cowan at Angels game
Morganna Roberts a California exotic dancer performed a kissing act on Angels outfielder Billy Cowan during a third inning moment at Anaheim Stadium. The game ended with the Angels defeating the White Sox 7 in a notable spectacle that drew attention to the kiss and the crowd.
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Mets stretch lead in 8-3 win over Cubs to sweep series
The New York Mets crushed Ken Holtzman for six runs in the second inning and rode a seven-hit outing by Jerry Koosman to an 8-3 victory that completed a five game sweep of the Chicago Cubs. Ron Swoboda Bud Harrelson and Donn Clendenon delivered key hits as New York opened a 17 game lead in the NL East.
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Youth shines as Cal Amateur golf narrows field at Pebble Beach
In the California Amateur at Pebble Beach the field was cut to four in two rounds of match play. Surviving players include John Brodie Bob Risch Dick Runkle and Frank Zack with notable results for Ed Monaghan Tommy Thompson and others from Southern California San Gabriel and Palo Alto.
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Clay eyes comeback with Frazier bout eyed
Cassius Clay willing to return and seek a license in Washington and Michigan. Washington panel meets to decide his bid while Michigan approval is anticipated next week. If permitted, talks hinge on Seattle staging a Clay versus Frazier fight.
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Americans and Australians dominate Wimbledon field
UPI reports on the fifth day of the All England Championships with top seed Rod Laver and several Australian and American players advancing in both men’s and women’s singles. Surprises included Tom Gorman and Bob Carmichael ousting higher seeds while Virginia Wade and Helga Nielsen remain notable nonAmerican contenders.
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Pole vault disaster crowns new decathlon champion
John Warkentin, a 23 year old Fresno State graduate, won the decathlon with 80026 points after pole vault drama left rival Jett Bannister injured and out. Warkentin earned key finishes including 2nd in javelin and discus, and 3rd in 1500m, securing the title despite no first place finishes.
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Staunch Dodger Fans to Be Honored in Opening Ceremony
Four lifelong Dodger supporters will receive pre game honors when the Dodgers mark their 1000th National League visit to Los Angeles. Mrs Lillie Stewart 88 Mrs Anna Marvin 86 and her two daughters will be recognized during the July 1 ceremony. Stewart has attended every LA Dodger game and kept score at all exhibitions and road games.
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