Derby Hearing Results May Affect Racing Future
The Kentucky Derby disqualification hearing for Dancer's Image begins Monday to decide guilt or innocence of owner Peter Fuller and trainer Lou Cavalaris. Churchill Downs will recognize Forward Pass as Derby winner while Dancer's Image finishes last after phenylbutazone in a postrace urine sample. The two–day inquiry by stewards could extend, with state and track officials involved, heightening tensions in Derbytown.
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My Generation on Sports and Race in America
A columnist argues that sports have promoted racial equality but warns against protests that seek unrelated demands. He questions motives behind campus athletic program actions, defends coaches’ grooming standards, and urges a progressive path for the next Negro movement in athletics.
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Archer Stays Within Range On Final New Orleans Open
Veteran Miller Barber and Tom Weiskopf tied for third round lead at 10 under 203 on Lakewood CC course. Barber shot 33 35 68 while Weiskopf added 33 71 69. George Archer sits one stroke back after a 70 to reach 204. Chris Blocker and Bobby Cole also near the top.
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Monterey Plainsmen Clinch Tie for District Crown
Monterey Plainsmen beat the Coronado Mustangs 2-0 at Lowrey Field behind Glen Palmer's one hit shutout. The win lifts Monterey to 16-3 in district play, with Tascosa 14-4 close behind. Palmer improves to 10-4. Pool takes the loss for Coronado. Monterey must beat Lubbock High next to secure bi district playoff berth.
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Wright Extends Tall City Open Lead Into Final Round
Mickey Wright opened with three straight birdies and finished with two more for a five stroke advantage as she shot a 66 in round two of the Tall City Open at Midland. She posted back-to-back 66s.
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Wright Leads At Tall City 36-Hole Pro-Am Finish
Mickey Wright tops the Tall City scoreboard with a 36-hole total leading Carol Mann and Shirley Engelhorn by five strokes. Wright carded six birdies in round two and shared tee times with Mann, Caponi, and Engelhorn as final groups tee off at 1 20. Sharron Moran won the two day pro-am with 116 while Sandra Palmer captained a 117 total for runner up.
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Aggies Sign All American Joe Hamilton
Texas A&M coach Shelby Metcalf announced the signing of Joe Hamilton an All American junior college star from Christian College of the Southwest. Hamilton averaged over 31 points per game for two years and was an Olympic team alternate. He led Christian College to JC tourney quarter finals.
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Monterey Puts Six On Avalanche-Journal All City Baseball Team
Monterey Plainsmen place six players on the Avalanche-Journal All City squad led by Sammy Holt of Coronado as Player of the Year. Holt hits .375 with 30 safeties and 14 extra base hits in 80 at bats. Monterey teammates Crutcher Alburtis Palmer Pool Meester and more fill the 13 man roster with strong pitching from Darnell Palmer and Meester.
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Barber Leads Round With Five Birdies In New Orleans
The round features Barber's sharp touch and credit to Gardner McKinson and Don January as he eyes a Ryder Cup berth. Weiskopf parred well with key putts and Cole posted the day's low 65 while Player dropped back with a double bogey and Nicklaus remained behind on a difficult course.
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Little League Season Opens as Lub bock Youths Prepare
The city gears up for about 4000 Lub bock youths in organized baseball with 3100 in Little League across eight leagues. Dixie, Southwest and Southern leagues field Pony teams while Northeast and Eastern groups set up registrations. Elmo Flenniken heads Texas District II LL and stresses inclusive play for all boys around age 12.
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