Lompoc Braves hammer Centennial to set late showdown
Lompoc Braves rolled to a 12 1 victory over Centennial High Apaches at Ellis Field in Santa Maria advancing to a seven PM showdown with a team they already lost to this season. Pitcher Ted Grafton went four innings and sibling rest kept the bullpen fresh for tonight.
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Congs face Edgewood as tourney run continues
Basil Brown delivered the big blow this morning with a three bagger for a 6 9 win as the Congs chase a three day tourney title. Pitching remains a concern with key arms Hetzler and Boyer sidelined or limited and Hall and Winegarner slated to start subsequent games.
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Lakers Start Playoffs After Record Season
The Los Angeles Lakers, 69- victories and a .841 win rate, host the Chicago Bulls in the opening NBA playoff. Coach Bill Sharman seeks the title, stressing rebounding against Chicago stars Chet Walker and Bob Love. Other first-round games include Milwaukee vs Golden State and Boston vs Atlanta in a crowded opening night schedule.
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Lakers Face Bruising Series In NBA Playoffs Tonight
The article discusses the Los Angeles Lakers and Chicago Bulls as they enter a tough playoff matchup. It notes a tense atmosphere and emphasizes the demanding nature of the series for both teams in the post-season. The piece also references spring optimism in baseball and comments on player personnel moves and signings, highlighting Joe Horlen’s release from the Chicago White Sox and potential free agent intrigue.
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Rupp to try politics after retirement ruling
Adolph Rupp, longtime Kentucky basketball coach, must retire at age 70 per the University of Kentucky Athletic Board. He hinted he may enter the Democratic primary in Kentucky's 6th District if forced from coaching. The decision ends his 42 year reign as baron of basketball.
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Baseball and Golf Daily Schedule Lompoc Righetti and Local Tournaments
Today at Elk's Field Lompoc faces Righetti at 7 p.m. Cabrillo plays at Pomona Tourney. Tomorrow Lompoc visits Santa Maria Righetti Tourney with tentative start. Hancock competes at Casey Steagal Tourney and Lompoc hosts the Invitational golf event at Village Country Club.
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Joe Kapp Sues NFL Over Antitrust Monopoly Claim
Former Vikings quarterback Joe Kapp sues the NFL and all 26 teams plus commissioner Rozelle in U S District Court. He seeks unspecified damages later pegged at 20 to 30 million dollars for alleged cancellation of his Patriots contract from 1970 to 1973 and other alleged losses.
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Braves Fire McCarthy After 22 60 Season
Buffalo Braves owner Paul Snyder and GM Eddie Donovan announced that John McCarthy will not return as head coach after a 22 60 overall record. McCarthy took over after Dolph Schayes was fired following a 123 90 season opener loss to Seattle.
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Angels face Oakland after rough Brewers loss in Arizona
In Mesa Arizona the California Angels fell 7-5 to Milwaukee as Tommy Reynolds hit a grand slam in the first inning. David May doubled, Billy Conigliaro and Johnny Briggs walked, and Leo Cardenas added a two run homer later. Parsons earned the win for Milwaukee over Rudy May. The Angels left the tying run at the plate in the ninth. Oakland also lost 3-2 to Cleveland.
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Dodgers meet Yankees to snap skid in Florida
The Dodgers face the New York Yankees in Fort Lauderdale as they begin a westward trek after a four game skid. Maury Wills gave a base stealing demonstration during a day off at Vero Beach. The next Florida game is vs the Twins in Orlando followed by Albuquerque against the Cubs.
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Bennett Leads Deanathlon at Hancock Easter Meet
UPI reports Jeff Bennett of the United States Army led five events through the first day of the Handcock College Easter Decathlon Championships in Santa Maria.
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