Legion Bids For Both Halves In Doubleheader Sweep
Mexico's American Legion team improved to 10-1 after sweeping Jefferson City 8-5 and 7-5. Harrington pitched the opener, driving in three, while Toulson earned the win in the nightcap with three RBIs from Pasley and Tate supplying two. The clubs split remaining schedule, with a rainout delaying a potential first-half finish. Mexico hosts Fulton Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
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Saints Fall to Lexington in Central Missouri League Game
Centralia Saints lose 7-2 to Lexington after three costly errors in the third inning. Nichols reached on an error, stole second, and scored as Crane drove in two. Knepp pitched, Salisbury took the loss. Centralia sits 2-8 and hosts Huntsville Tuesday at 8 p.m.
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Connors Grabs Wimbledon Opening Delay For Thumb Injury
World No 1 Jimmy Connors receives a one day postponement to play his Wimbledon first round due to a left thumb injury sustained in practice. Referee Fred Hoyle notes Connors will be treated by an orthopedic surgeon with a supportive splint ready by Monday, allowing the match on Tuesday against Richard Lewis.
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Robby's Successor Enjoys Debut
Cleveland Indians new manager Jeff Torborg savors his first weekend in charge after a four game sweep of the Detroit Tigers. He leaves former manager Frank Robinson with mixed feelings and praises Robinson’s friendship as the club improves to 42 and 40 wins.
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Green wins 77th U.S. Open amid threats and pressure
Hubert Green, 31, clinched the 77th U.S. Open at Southern Hills with an even par final round to finish 278, one stroke ahead of Lou Graham. He survived a death threat and police guard, and earned $45,000 from the victory while cementing major- title legitimacy and securing Ryder Cup, World Series of Golf, and World Cup spots.
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Golf's ebullient new Open champion Hubert Green
AP report from Tulsa profiles Hubert Green as golf's lively personality after winning the U S Open with a 70 and 278 total. The Birmingham native's excitement shows in his talkative, theatrical style on and off the course, drawing attention from cameras and fans despite threats and tension around the finish. Green admits choking a four stroke lead while Lou Graham pursues, and his colorful persona captivates the sport.
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Cutback Won't Change Game Says Gail Goodrich
ATCHISON Kan AP The cutback in National Basketball Association rosters to 11 players may affect players but it won't change the game, claims Gail Goodrich of the New Orleans Jazz. "A few players may lose their jobs that's about all."
Goodrich Details Basketball Camp At Benedictine College
Goodrich spoke during a summer youth basketball camp at Benedictine College. He noted teams often employ eight or nine players regularly with others rotating in when starters are injured or rested.
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