Seaver Wins Third Cy Young In 1975 Pitching Comeback
New York Mets ace Tom Seaver captured his third NL Cy Young Award with a 22-9 record and 2.38 ERA aided by a sharp new changeup and 243 strikeouts. He outpointed Randy Jones of the Padres 98-80 with 15 first place votes, while Al Hrabosky finished third.
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Saints ranked ninth in CIF Southern Section 3-A poll
The Santa Maria Saints sit ninth in the CIF Southern Section 3-A football poll after a 6-2 season, following a 20-7 win over Lompoc. They meet Righetti Friday, aim to extend a perfect Northern League record, and have clinched at least a tie for the league title as La Habra trails.
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ABA loses a franchise as Sails fold in San Diego
The American Basketball Association folded the San Diego Sails after three home games drawing 7,126 fans. The league has eight active franchises now, with Virginia and St. Louis described as shaky.
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Cabrillo Lompoc Series Keys History and Milestones
The Cabrillo and Lompoc football feud dates to 1966 with ten meetings. Previous games include Cabrillo 31 Lompoc 20 in 1966 and Cabrillo 45 Lompoc 15 in 1972, with notable performances by Tom Van Ins, Kirk Hubbard, Kevin Drake, and Keith Weaver. The series featured league titles, CIF implications, and dramatic finishes such as 1974 Lompoc 17 Cabrillo 14.
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McAdoo Sits as Bullets Beat Braves 105 90
Bob McAdoo sat out for Buffalo as Washington Bullets defeated the Braves 105 90. Len Robinson stepped up with 17 points for Washington while Wes Unseld was sidelined and Bradley’s guards provided scoring without McAdoo. Randy Smith led Buffalo with 27 points.
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Newcombe’s struggle ends with sobriety and renewed purpose
Don Newcombe recalls early drinking from beer to wine and port, then details a rock-bottom moment when his wife Billie left with their three children. Since vowing never to drink again nine years ago, he describes himself as recovering and champions alcoholism awareness while holding roles with the Dodgers and local organizations.
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Bolinger Pro Prospect Clears Path for Lusk in Cal Poly Clash
Long Beach State 49ers host Cal Poly Mustangs as Russ Bolinger anchors the line against Herb Lusk the nation’s second leading rusher. Mustang Gary Davis LCD ranks fourth in NCAA Division II rushing with 935 yards and 11 TDs while Lusk has 1,299 yards and 12 touchdowns. Davis eyes Cal Poly career rushing record in final two games as Lusk leads LB State’s offense.
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Cabrillo Opens CIF 3 A Playoffs At Home Saturday
Cabrillo volleyball hosts CIF 3 A playoff opener at 7 30 p m in the Cabrillo gym facing Rolling Hills or El Segundo in their first year of interscholastic play. The Congs tied Santa Ynez for league title after finishing 9 1. If Cabrillo wins, they advance to face the Los Amigos Rowland winner next Tuesday. Santa Ynez visits Monrovia in the first round.
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Soccer coaching and officiating clinic at Lompoc library
A soccer coaching and officiating clinic and workshop will occur Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon in the Lompoc Public Library Multi purpose Room directed by Paul Harris, NASL referee and author. Joe Hope and other Lompoc Valley Soccer Association directors will assist. A separate one hour officiating demonstration led by Harris takes place at 2 p.m. at Fillmore School.
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Bicycle Motocross Event Near Boy's Club in Lompoc
A bicycle motocross race will be held Sunday in the lot next to the Boy's Club on West Ocean Ave. Sponsored by the Lompoc Jaycees, it is open to boys and girls ages 4 to 15. Registration starts at noon, first heat at 1 p.m. Entry is $1. Trophies go to first and second in each age bracket, with ribbons for all riders.
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First Santa Ynez Junior Rodeo Set At Alisal Ranch
The first annual Santa Ynez Valley Junior Rodeo will be held November 23 at the Alisal Guest Ranch in Solvang. Open to residents aged 9 to 18 from the valley and surrounding communities. Entries close November 16. Admission 1.00 for adults 0.50 for children under 18. Trophy buckles awarded for event winners and all around cowgirl and cowboy. ribbons to fifth place. Contact Tony Hershman at 688-7339 for details.
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Lompoc Sports Schedule Tonight and Thursday
Tonight at 7 p.m. the Recreation Department hosts an organizational meeting for men’s adult basketball open to coaches and managers of the regular league and the 30-and-over division. Thursday features water polo at downtown Municipal Pool with Lompoc facing Cabrillo at 7 p.m. and a 3 p.m. tennis match between Lompoc and St. Joseph.
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