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Newspaper
Norwalk Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1978
Page
7
An open letter from a little league coach thanking parents for support during a 1978 season. It recalls weather, practices, games, injuries, and lemonade runs to the restrooms, and urges lessons beyond wins. Coaches admit flaws, praise teamwork, defeat, and character, and express gratitude for letting them coach the sons.
The 107th British Open at St Andrews sees key players falter at the 461 yard 17th hole known as the Graveyard. Ballesteros Crenshaw and Aoki lose ground after trouble at the Road while Palmer collapses with a triple bogey as leaders vie for the title.
A UPI styled piece outlines methods for catching bullfrogs in Ohio river and marsh areas. It covers night use of flashlights and hand grabbing, pig spears, daytime fishing rod lures, and a red cloth bait option. It also describes killing, skinning, brining, and preparing frog legs for cooking.
Untouted Eric Iskersky, a two time Ohio high school champ from Toledo, shocked seventh seed Pat DuPre 34 6 3 7 4 at the Western Tennis Championships. He earlier defeated 11th seed Ricardo Cano 6 2 6 2 to reach the next round. Morning rain delayed play, while Harold Solomon and Raul Ramirez won their matches to stay on track for titles.
Ohio State golfer John Cook shot a third-round 73 to grab a one-stroke lead in the 72nd annual Ohio Amateur at Columbus Country Club. Defending champ Gary Trivisonno slipped to second after a back nine collapse, while Dan Schuler and Bob Lewis trailed by two and three strokes respectively as the field was cut to 40 for the final 18.
A compact classified notice inviting readers to earn extra cash by selling unwanted possessions. Calls to action suggest contacting via phone number 468 377 for listings and arranging pickups or sales.
Former St. Paul standout Richard Gilson will join Heidelberg College as a 5-foot-11, 165-pound guard and linebacker. Gilson, a two-year Flyers letterman, earned Firelands Conference second team honors last year and the Coaches' Award in 1977 as part of Heidelberg's recruiting class of 17 under coach John A. Spezzaferro.
Norwalk's American Legion team will meet Fremont in a Saturday doubleheader at McGuan Park. The twinbill moves from Sunday to Saturday at 1:30 PM, with the opener a nine inning league game and the nightcap a seven inning non league contest.
Western Reserve athletic director John Speer announced scheduled physical examinations for all returning athletes. Boys sign up Monday morning 9 to 12 while girls go Tuesday morning 9 to 12, with exams at Dr Farid Said’s Wakeman offices.
Ashland High School hosts a boys wrestling tournament this Saturday for ages 14 to 18 including June 1978 graduates. Weigh-in runs 8 to 10 AM, wrestling begins at 11, with a 3.50 registration fee. Weight classes range from 95 to heavyweight with several divisions listed.
Edison High School announces a fall start for a girls cross country squad under coach Gary Bankert and seeks opposition. Interested teams should contact Bankert at 588-2456 or athletic director Jim Whittington at 668-7334 for meet arrangements.
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