Kite tops St Jude Classic in playoff at Memphis
Tom Kite won the FedEx St Jude Classic in Memphis in a sudden death playoff over John Cook. Kite earned 180000 to push his tour total to 6.145 million while extending his streak of strong putting and driving at Shoal Creek ahead of the PGA Championship. Cook, returning from wrist surgery, shot well but fell short on the first playoff hole.
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First Black Invited to Shoal Creek Golf Club Near PGA Championship
Louis Willie, a longtime golfer who previously played on rough courses, was invited last week by Shoal Creek founder Hall Thompson to join the club in Birmingham. He said the cordial invitation marks a historic change amid civil rights protests over the club’s policies as the PGA Championship approaches. Willie discussed seeing the facility, practicing on a fast green, and plans to improve to avoid slowing a foursome behind him.
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Caravaggio captures 16s singles crown at Monroeville
Ron Caravaggio of Neshannock Township won the boys 16 singles title in a USTA sanctioned event at Monroeville Racquet Club, defeating Sanjay Ketty of Wexford after a 4-6 6-4 6-4 three hour final. He earlier beat Jason Alcantara, Jonathan Brown, and Tom Kirk to reach the final. this is his third recent title in the span. Dennis Winston named strength coach at Arkansas State University after NFL and college playing and coaching stints.
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Favorites Set For Adios Pace First Division At The Meadows
Meadow Lands Pa three favorites will race in the first division of the Adios pace for 3 year olds at Ladbroke at The Meadows. Beach Towel leads a field of 23 in the 24th annual race, with In The Pocket and Till We Meet Again also among the top contenders. Beach Towel owns nine wins in 10 this year and has earned over 1.1 million this season.
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Regatta near breakeven as costs loom for Three Rivers event
Pittsburgh UPI regatta organizers report costs exceed 400000 with 48000 owed to city for police and paramedics. Chairman Eugene Connelly says income must reach 450000 to break even, noting sod replacement at Point State Park and rides could have netted about 50000 on a warm Sunday. Attendance, near last year's 600000, dropped on Sunday due to rain.
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Ellwood City Earns State Tourney Berth in Shutout Victory
Ellwood City Little League earned a spot in the World Series State Tournament by defeating North Allegheny Ingomar 4 0 in the Section One final. Ron Harper pitched a three hit shutout for his fourth win. Om Nulph doubled twice and Matt Sberna doubled and singled as Ellwood City plated all runs in the fourth. The double elimination state event includes Lehigh Shippensburg and Williamsport with Ellwood City opening at 6 p.m. against Williamsport before advancing toward Bristol Conn. for the eastern regional.
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Ventura Bocce Team Widens South Division Lead
Ventura Bridal surged to 31-5 to extend its South Division lead in the Lawrence County Bocce League last week. LaMarca Appliance sits 9 games back at 22-14 and George Printing 10 behind at 21-15. In the North Division four teams remain, led by Charlie's Place at 21-15, with Bordonaro Fruitland 19-17, Dialella & Carney 17-19, and Roger DeCarbo 15-21 still in contention. The league will expand next year adding eight teams and new women’s and children’s leagues. contact Mario Ventura at 1103 Wilmington Ave.
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Perkins leaves Mavs to join Lakers in free agent move
In Inglewood California veteran forward Sam Perkins signed with the Los Angeles Lakers as an unrestricted free agent after averaging 15.9 points and 7.5 rebounds for Dallas last season. The deal follows the Woolridge trade and hints at further roster moves as the Lakers pursue upgrades.
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Tyson Tops Forbes 1990 Richest Athletes List
Forbes 1990 richest athletes list ranks Mike Tyson first with an estimated $28.6 million. Buster Douglas, Sugar Ray Leonard, Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost also appear among top earners. The overall 30 athletes collectively amass about $230 million, with stars like Nicklaus Palmer Jordan and Gretzky also highlighted.
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Marett Romps In Finale To Cap Regular Season
Marett Carpet capped a explosive North County League regular season with a 16-5 rout of Ellwood City. Marett, the league's champion, scored in every inning except the fifth as Matt Deinert fuelled a 13 hit attack with three hits and three RBI. Scott Filby and Bob Peterson drove in three runs each, while Scott Johnson and Jon Boccheri added two RBIs apiece. Doug Bleggi earned the win to move to 9-0 with reliever Brian Kauffman, as Marett finished 26-4. Ellwood City’s Matt Warden and Kevin Dimeo had two hits each.
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Douglas eyes long reign in heavyweight title bout
James Buster Douglas declared the Oct. 25 bout with Evander Holyfield would be the first of many title defenses, saying he intends to stay champion for two to three years. Holyfield, the undefeated No. 1 challenger, was a 2 to 1 favorite. Douglas also outlined business changes, starting his own firm and firing a publicist while noting tensions with manager John Johnson.
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U.S. to Host Olympic Qualifier for 1992 Games
The United States won the bid to host the 1992 Olympic zone qualifying tournament, ensuring NBA players can participate. USA Basketball president Dave Gavitt called the decision crucial for preparation as the event will involve 10 Americas teams and must finish by July 5, 1992.
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