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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1972
Page
13
Jack Billingham fired a seven hitter to blank Pittsburgh 5-0 as Cincinnati topped the Pirates Tuesday night. Johnny Bench drove in three runs on three singles and his 22nd homer of the season, powering the playoff leaders.
Reds outfielder Bill Morgan sparked two Cincinnati rallies off Bob Moose as he extended his major league lead with two more runs and a steal. Bench and Tolan contributed later in the game, while Billingham kept the Pirates hitting but Cincinnati turned double plays to limit damage. In a separate note, Arkansas linebacker Danny Rhodes recounted a Friday night ax handle attack that left him with facial wounds and stitches, while he prepares to return to football duties for the Razorbacks.
San Francisco roped four runs on two pop flies misplayed by Bud Harrelson and John Milner as Ron Bryant allowed two hits in a 61 victory over the New York Mets. Willie McCovey homered in the second. Milner left with a neck injury after a collision in the third.
Ken Wright walked in the 10th to score the winning run as Baltimore defeats Kansas City 2 1. Palmer allowed the threat in the 6th as Brooks Bowton doubled and Grich and Powell walked with bases loaded. Orioles snap five game skid with rally in extra innings.
Joe Lahoud belted a ninth inning two run homer to rally the Milwaukee Brewers past the Minnesota Twins 5 4. Ron Clark opened the frame with a single and Lahoud hit Granger’s pitch for the decisive shot.
Former Texas Tech footballer Richard Campbell will speak at the Thursday morning meeting of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes in the adult chapter. The gathering at Farr's Town & Country cafeteria starts at 7 a.m. and is open to FCA members or prospective members.
Burle Pettit expressed cautious optimism as TCU eyes a stronger season with eight returning offensive and defensive starters. He warned depth could hurt if key players get injured though first line performers should improve. Ronnie Peoples shifts from tight end to offensive guard for next season.
The notes preview Plainview state sports with standout Lyle Blackwood a top defensive back and linemen Charlie Davis Morriss and Guy PLAINVIEW. Freshman Ronnie Littleton from Wichita Falls is expected to debut at running back. The center league faces quarterback gaps as TCUs and others adjust this fall practice begins July 16. Ten girls from Leach State including Karen Spain Betsy Williamson Peggy Purvis Provence and Vicki Sizemore headline the Hut The Frogs chase a home run threat and early varsity potential.
In the district 13 year old Babe Ruth tournament, Lubbock No 1 defeated Siaton 6 5 while Lubbock No 3 fell to Frontier 12 1. Leo Rice pitched a two hitter for Frontier as Lubbock No 3 struggled at bat. Levelland vs Lubbock No 3 tonight and Lubbock No 2 vs Slaton at 8 p m. Tournament runs through Saturday.
Montreal Expos rally in the 12th inning as Clyde Mashore's double drives in the winning run. Bob Bailey scores on Mashore's hit after Boots Day and Mike Jorgensen contribute earlier, while Derrell Thomas and Clarence Gaston homer for San Diego.
Tonight's games feature AL matchups Boston at Oakland and Texas at Detroit with several late-night games across the league including Chicago at Cleveland and San Francisco at New York in a broad national schedule.
Community notices list Westminster Presbyterian and Guadalupe Seniors activities alongside school events at Melbourne area venues. Local groups like Bali Dakwend Baptist and Hlede BP host gatherings as residents respond to upcoming autumn schedules and public meetings.
South Plains selections feature Estacado lineman Nathaniel Cage and quarterback James Lewis on Cameron’s West squad. Donnie Buchanan and Lynn Baggett are among all-staters highlighted. coaches include Richard Harvey and James Cameron. Games set for Aug 12 with East and West teams chosen to balance talent.
Chicago White Sox defeat Cleveland Indians 4-3 with three runs in the seventh inning. Rick Reichardt hits a two run homer and Ed Spiezio adds a solo shot to seal the victory in Tuesday night action.
Muleshoe remains in the BR tournament by edging Littlefield 1 0 to stay in the 15 year old division. Plainview dominates Olton 16 1. schedule sets Muleshoe vs Olton at 6 PM and Plainview vs Dimmitt at 8 30 PM with Dimmitt also in contention.
Post and North Lynn County advanced in the Babe Ruth double elimination tournament here Tuesday. Post eliminated Brownfield 15 to 7 and North Lynn blanked Tri City 7 to 0. The second game was played under protest after a rules dispute. play resumes Thursday with Lamesa and North Lynn undefeated meeting at 6 pm and Post and Tri City at 8 pm.
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