Hawks defeated Nitehawks in 7-0 tilt at Park Ave Field
Long Beach’s Park Ave Field hosted a 7-0 rout as Joe Rodgers' world champs sparked the Nitehawks with 15 hits. Hamiston led with a homer and multi hits, while Silvas added a triple and a single in a four run seventh inning. The Nitehawks chase their 18th win in 20 when they visit the Huntington Park Imperials at 8:15.
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Pogo Thomas Sets High Jump Mark at 7 Feet 3 3/4 Inches
Thomas, a 6-5 Boston University sophomore, cleared 7-3 3/4 on grass to break his own world class mark, but failed three times at 7-4 1/4. Joe Faust matched his lifetime best with seven feet, Charlie Dumas placed third at 6-11, while rivals like Bob Sath and Jim Beatty chased Olympic berth in Rome.
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Pirates Edge Dodgers In Turbulent Baseball Tilt
In a tense game the Pirates rally for three runs to take a 3 2 lead over the Dodgers by the seventh inning. Key moments feature Groat and Clemente scoring on Stuart, with Smith doubling, while Howard drives in runs and Sharry comes on for the Padres defense.
Mistake Costs Dodgers Win Against Pirates
Dodgers waste late lead as Pirates rally to win 4-3 in 10 innings. Podres lasting into extra frames allowed game turning double by Joe Christopher after Robert Skinner’s pinch hit retirement. Neal homered for Dodgers earlier, keeping control until final miscue.
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Kid Boasts Lead In Flint Open First Round
Dave Hill, 23, in his first full year as a pro, shot 68 at Warwick Hills to take the opening round lead in the Flint Open. The UPI report notes it’s his first time leading a national event and marks a significant early break in his career. Other players mentioned include Souchak, Ragan, and Nichols.
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Pirates Win in Extra Innings Over Dodgers on Clemente’s Bats
On KNXT at 2 p.m. the Pirates beat the Dodgers the seventh straight extra inning win. Clemente sparked the rally with a right handed bat change and hustled home as Maury Wills’ superb play and Chris Christopher’s slide kept the tie. Dick Stuart blasted three homers in a game and followed with a drive for a double that allowed Clemente to score, while Frank Howard hesitated on a throw to the plate letting Clemente score the go ahead run. The Dodgers lost in extra innings as Clemente’s speed and Pirates’ offense prevailed.
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Dodgers Edge Pirates In 4-3 Victory In Mth
Dodgers beat the Pirates 4-3 in the ninth with Larry Sherry impaired by a stiff inning restrict as the host held the visitors to limited hits through 9 1 3 innings before a decisive late rally.
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Braves Falter as NL Race Tightens at St Louis and Milwaukee
Braves lose two to Pirates and Cardinals as Pittsburgh seizes a half game NL lead while Milwaukee falls short. Pappas and Broglin shine for Cardinals, Orioles rally in AL. Giants and Phillies rained out. O'Brien and Davis make notable throws and travel tales color the meet.
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Thomas Predicts Sky Leap of 8 Feet
Palm Alto special report highlights John Thomas a 19 year old bus driver's son who rose from a high school misfit to leap eight feet on grass claiming records are meant to be broken. He predicts an eight foot high jump and aims for two Olympic gold medals.
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Unclear luncheon clash sketched with NFL Chargers Rams
At a Rams Chargers luncheon a mix of jokes and props spanned rivalries and new league moves. The piece recalls court wins by Houston and the NFL draft deals, noting American League actions challenging college eligibility rules and the potential for a merged pro football future. Bob Kelley is humorously praised as impartial sportscaster.
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Dixon elected secretary Treasurer of track writers group
John Dixon an independent track writer was chosen as secretary treasurer of the new Track and Field Writers Assn of America at a Palo Alto gathering on Friday.
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Stengel Pursues Snider as Dodgers Waivers Block Move
New York reports Casey Stengel would welcome Duke Snider to the Yankees but notes Los Angeles Dodgers cannot waive him. Stengel says he and Yankees sought two left-handed hitters, obtained Roger Maris, and still seek a second lefty. Dodgers GM Bavasi echoes the waiver obstacle.
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Olympic Trials Results Highlight Day Versus Willis
The report summarizes Olympic Trials outcomes with runners including Willis and Siena among several competitors. It notes times around 52.27 seconds for a sprint segment, mentions attempts by Horglipens and AAiiiens, and references other athletes and venues amid broader event coverage.
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Cantello Wins Javelin as Connolly Sets Tone in Rome
Connolly finishes second to Al Hall in a Rome meet where Cantello belts 277-7 to take the javelin. Hall, Alley, and Cantello star as Cantello extends the world mark. Connolly jokes about fear and back strain while preparing for Rome. Attendance hits 43,000.
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