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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1972
Page
6
In an 11th inning winner, the Cubs beat the Pirates 7-6 after a wild pitch allowed a run and a quick tag at home by Phoebus kept Rosario from scoring. It was the Cubs’ second straight 11 inning victory.
In Los Angeles Muhammad Ali weighed about 222 pounds at a workout ahead of next week's 12 rounder with Jerry Quarry in Las Vegas. Ali said he has eight days to get in peak shape and dismissed doubt about his condition while noting talks for a potential return bout with Joe Frazier.
Orlando Cepeda is back at first base for the Atlanta Braves after a trying weekend, and fans are relieved to have their slugger healthy and contributing again. The club hopes Cepeda's return steadies their lineup and boosts momentum.
Ben Lyle of Royse City Texas, a top schoolboy miler, signed with Northeast Louisiana University as their fifth track signee. The Lake Highlands High School athlete has a 4 20 mile best, 1 59 5 in the 880, and 9 54 2 mile bests. He plans a health and physical education major and was praised by NSU coach Bob Groseclose as a great addition for cross country and track.
The Monroe Municipal golf course hosted its first annual junior four-ball this morning with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. The 18-hole medal play event features four prizes per age group 11-14 13-14 and 15-18 and free watermelon for all participants.
The court refused to overturn baseballs reserve clause in a 5 8 ruling. The decision sparks potential bargaining and a possible strike as Congress has failed to act on more than 50 bills since 1970. Analysts predict renewed talks ahead of the 1972 season with players seeking freer status after five to eight years.
Robon, a 61-foot sloop from California, finishes first in the 635 mile Newport to Bermuda ocean race amid 30-foot waves. Blackfin from San Francisco second, James Baldwin’s Sorcery did not finish after landing an injured crew member. Grant’s Robon hours and corrected times cited. Windward Passage led earlier but unavailable for final results.
Lee Trevino plans to sponsor a women’s tour event in the El Paso area next fall as part of a golf course development. He aims for a $30,000 to $35,000 purse and involves full tournament logistics and first-class treatment for players.
SMU quarterback Gary Hammond, drafted by the New York Jets in the third round, plans to try at quarterback but may shift to running back or receiver if needed. He joins Joe Namath’s club, splits time in the Coaches All-America game, and says he will approach New York with confidence and readiness.
Phillies pitcher Jim Nash makes his first start against his former Braves after being traded from Atlanta with Gary Neibauer for Joel Hoerner and a minor league first baseman. Nash says nerves fade once play begins as he aims to beat his old team.
The Masked Spoiler returns from international tour to face Danny Hodge in a main event at Civic Center Monroe. Bruiser Bob Sweetan defends against Ken Mantell as part of promoter Larry Tillman’s card. Dennis Stamp meets George Strickland, while Silento Rodriguez and Don Duffy also wrestle. The show starts at 8 15, call 322 3619 for reservations.
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