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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1979
Page
10
The card lists a NASCAR style schedule with multiple games and times across venues. It records a World Series sequence with Pittsburgh and Baltimore games, noting seven to seven in a game, then mentions a Wednesday game and a tied or necessary game in case of a need for if necessary.
AP notes veteran Jim Palmer, age 34, peers through a troubled season to potentially wrap up the 1979 World Series for Baltimore. Manager Earl Weaver praises his experience while Palmer and teammates detail adjustments to counter the Pirates offense.
Wake Forest coach John Mackovic vows to press advantages after a 24-19 upset of unbeaten North Carolina. The Deacons push for a 10-1 record as they host slumping Maryland, relying on a versatile passing game led by Jay Venuto and standout tailback James McDougald.
Catoctin routed Brunswick 4-0 with goals by Judy Biser Cindy Bragonier and Angie Clark. Juniors won 2-1 as Sherry Weber scored for Catoctin with Kris Voellinger and Margie Stitely adding goals. Brenda Fisher starred in goal for the Cougars.
Frigid conditions in Baltimore set the stage for Phil Garner of the Pirates after a costly throwing error in Game One. He carries a .500 series average into Game Six, insisting Baltimore will not give up as Pittsburgh aims to rally after a 7-1 win at home aided by Garner's timely singles and a clutch double play.
Memphis officials and NFL representative John Martin met with Robert Irsay to present a multi million dollar, year for years offer to relocate the Baltimore Colts to Memphis. The plan includes Liberty Bowl Stadium upgrades and a training complex, aiming to seal the expansion deal.
Walkersville defeated Linganore 5-0 as Debbie Helsel spearheaded with three goals and two assists. Pam Eaworthy added one goal and two assists, Kara Stokesberry scored once, while Linganore goalie De Spelzini earned the shutout and Walkersville keeper Tammy Edwards stood out for the losing side.
The Giants defeated the Lions 16-0 in Frederick Midget League action with Ene Bowers scoring on a one yard run. Kevin Lipps blocked a safety in the end zone and Bowens added two extra points. Bowens, Lipps, Roff, and Charn starred on defense as the Giants remained unbeaten.
Twenty players turn out for the FCC men's basketball team's opening practice at FCC Monday night. Returning veterans Jamie Yeres and Robbie Triplett headline the group along with seven county high school graduates and several other hopefuls. Newcomers include Don Boyd Jeff Dougherty Bruce Zimmeran Dana Hill Billy Forder Pete Cook Tommy Lewis Mike Testa and Steve Mason who recently moved to Fort Detrick.
Brenda Smith tied 1-1 in regulation and converted a penalty in overtime as TJ defeated Frederick 2-1. Gabby Keller and Sherry Smith added TJ penalties. Cadets managed one in overtime. Jill Rose posted six saves for TJ in a strong goalie performance.
Laurel Race Course will run about 12 days of racing at Pimlico starting Thursday after approval from the Maryland Racing Commission. The move aims to ease construction of a new base at Laurel and assure horsemen and jockeys by avoiding track conditions worsened by heavy rains.
Frederick Steeplechasers recent meet at Gambrill State Park featured a one mile Beginner's Run won by Brian Thompson in 8:16 and Whitney Moeller posting 13:09 for the mile. The two mile Run-For-Your-Life series saw Tom Drayer 13:26, Ron Pace 13:52, Kevin Thompson 14:07. In the 10K Brent Ayer led 36:04 with Ron Adams second 36:59 and John Zombro third 40:31 followed by Jim Gilford 40:38. Next Frederick meet set for Sunday Oct 2 at Seventh Day Adventist Church New Design Road with a 1 mile beginner run, a 3.5 mile road run and a 13.2 mile road run beginning 2 p.m. Registration 1:30 p.m. Call John Lewis or Sherry Maurhof for details.
The Frederick County YMCA plans the 13th annual YMCA Church Basketball League for boys through age 18. A meeting for interested teams will be scheduled soon. The league welcomes teams from area churches and may consider non church affiliated teams. Games will be Saturdays at FCC starting early December with equipment and officials provided. For info call Lou Falk at 663-5131.
New York Jets defeat Minnesota 14-7 as Richard Todd scores on a fumbled punt return for a 3 yard TD and Shafer Suggs adds a 32 yard interception return for six. Minnesota forced a late TD but fell to 3-4 while Jets improve to 3-4 and halt ABC Monday night dominance.
Washington improved to five wins and two losses after a 13-9 victory at Cleveland. Joe Theismann threw a 14 yard TD to Clarence Harmon with 27 seconds left as Rich Milot suffered a fractured left wrist. Coach Pardee praised the team’s 60 minute effort and looked ahead to a home game versus Philadelphia with key players uncertain.
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