Doak Walker says violence in sports should police itself
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley reports former Heisman winner Doak Walker argues no law is needed to curb violence in sports. He cites players policing themselves, recalls the Lions dead dog play, and notes today’s players chase money rather than enjoyment amid high salaries.
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Poland asks new schedule for cup match
In Buenos Aires the Polish team asks FIFA to move a key World Cup game from night to afternoon to aid fair play. Argentina and Brazil battle for Group B top spot with Wednesday matches affecting final qualifications. Poland joins the protest, hoping an earlier kickoff alters strategic calculations as teams race toward the final or playoff spots.
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Rose and Karolyn Rose separate after 14 years
Cincinnati Reds star Pete Rose and wife Karolyn have separated, possibly temporarily, per attorney Reuven Katz. No legal action has begun. They wed January 1964 and have two children, a 12 year old daughter and an 8 year old son Pete Jr. Both unavailable for comment.
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Pecos Tracksters Compete at Kermit Meet Summary
Pecos summer track team coached by Drew Mathews competed at the Kermit recreation track meet among 14 teams. Results include multiple top placements across bantam midget junior and senior divisions with relays, sprints, jumps and shots. The squad advances to Odessa on Friday for state qualifiers for the Texas Amateur Athletics Foundation State meet in Mesquite July 22.
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Odessa
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Renko limits Rangers in Oakland 2-1 win
Oakland pitcher Steve Renko allowed two hits through seven and a half innings before Jack McKeon summoned Bob Lacey and Elias Sosa. Jeff Newman delivered the game winning eighth inning homer as Oakland ends an 11 game slide and improves to 2-2. Texas Gerry Harrah and Hargrove had early offense but could not hold.
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