Rodgers and Stoops Remembered at West Virginia Farewell
The tribute for Don Rodgers and Bob Stoops at West Virginia University reflects decades of service. Rodgers, on the WVU coaching staff for 41 years, praised teammates and fans while recalling a career spanning head coach and multiple sports. Stoops, serving as assistant athletic director, acknowledged the shared dedication as retirement nears.
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Clay's Handlers Rule Out Fight With Top Men
Cassius Clay's bid for the heavyweight title slows as his handlers say he will not face Eddie Machen or Zora Folley until he gains more experience. He beat Billy Daniels by seventh round stoppage at St Nicholas Arena, 196 pounds to 189, marking his sixth straight KO and 11th straight victory.
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Cassius Clay
Louisville
Eddie Machen
Zora Folley
Billy Daniels
St. Albans
N.Y
St. Nicholas Arena
Miss Berg Wins Muskogee Civitan Open by Two Strokes
Patty Berg, 44, from St Andrews Indiana, captured the Muskogee Civitan Open with a three over par 73 final round, finishing at 290 for 72 holes. She earned 1200 dollars and led by one stroke after each of the first three rounds, signaling a return to top form. Berg heads to the Dallas Civitan Open next.
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Jacksonville Pulling Ahead in IL Race After Twinbill Sweep
Jacksonville Suns surge in International League standings with a Sunday doubleheader sweep of the Rochester Red Wings 5-3 and 10-6, opening a 4½ game lead over second place Buffalo. Altus Alvarez provided the Suns lone homer, two on, in the opener. Don Bessent benefited from five runs in the second inning of the nightcap with relief help. Buffalo’s Bill Smith and Columbus’ Tommie Sisk also shone in their games, while Tex Clevenger and Al Downing starred for Toronto in the Virginians’ doubleheader win over the Maple Leafs.
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Bill Smith
Buffalo
Tommie Sisk
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Tex Clevenger
al Downing
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Twenty three amateurs and twenty two pros compete for Open qualifier
In Huntington West Virginia 23 amateurs and 22 pros from West Virginia Kentucky and Ohio played a 36 hole sectional qualifier at Guvan Country Club. The top seven advance to further sectional qualifying in Pittsburgh or Cincinnati for the U S Open. The Open itself runs June 14 to 16 at Oakmont near Pittsburgh.
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Tiant 3-0 Expected To Pitch Tonight In Charleston
Charleston Indians ace Louis Tiant 3-0 is slated to start the opener of a four game set with the Birmingham Triplets in Charleston West Virginia. York White Roses closed a five game set with a 2-0 win over the Indians as Dalton Jones and Jim Williams homered in the fourth. York pitcher Wilber Wood went the distance for his second win against three losses.
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Area II Notes Trap Hill II Trap Hill District Little League Opens
Area II Notes reports the Trap Hill District Little League opening day results: Cardinals 15, Redlegs 0 in a 9 run first inning blowout, and Braves 8, Redlegs 3 with Copeland earning his first win. Upcoming schedule lists Yankees, Redlegs, Cards, Indians, Braves, and Truman Mines game noted. Sophia II prepares to return today at 5 30 against Truman Mines with Smith Williams facing Mine opponents.
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Two mile relay fades as Barnhart lauds sweep at state
Sora CHARLESTON West Virginia UPi Stonewall Jackson coach Garland Barnhart said the anticipated two mile relay competition fizzled and the Generals clinched a lopsided Class AAA victory at Laidley Field scoring 89.5 points while Dunbar 51 and Weirton 37. Soaring marks followed as Stonewall’s Bill Braxton led AAA scoring with 18.5 points and Bob Lipscomb set the 440 yard dash record at 49.3 seconds. In Class AA Warwood edged Wellsburg for the division title with 30.13 points, while Mt Hope topped AA scoring with 19.6 points as rain and mud halted events mid meet.
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Yanks Face Tougher Race Without Mantle
New York Yankees rely on Mickey Mantle, out for about a month with a torn groin muscle, raising doubts on a runaway pennant. Pitching depth and lineup fear rise as Roger Maris and Yogi Berra lose some intimidation. The club contends it can hold parity until Mantle returns, while speculation centers on rotation changes and extended absence impact.
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Orioles Sign Robin Roberts After Free Agent Spell
The Orioles plan to sign 35 year old Robin Roberts starting Tuesday night after a 14 season stint with the Phillies and a recent release. Roberts, who impressed manager Hitchcock with a new change of pace pitch, is seen as an upgrade over Quirk to bolster the pitching staff.
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Johnston Wins Hot Springs Open In Extra Hole Playoff
Canadian Al Johnston defeated Bill Collins in a sudden death playoff at the Hot Springs Open to capture a $20,000 purse. Johnston shot 66 to force the playoff while Collins needed a clutch 6-foot putt on the 18th to tie. Johnston, a Glasgow native, previously never finished higher than sixth, earned his biggest payoff to date.
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Mountaineers To Represent SC In NCAA Tourney
West Virginia University won the Southern Conference baseball title by beating Virginia Tech 1-0 in the first game of a doubleheader, then lost the nightcap 3-2. WVU earns the league’s NCAA bid for the event in Gastonia, North Carolina, on May 31.
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Marshall Will Compete In NCAA Golf
Marshall University enters NCAA championships at Duke University on June 20 after winning the Mid-America Conference title. In Kent, Ohio, the Big Green posted 36 holes at 685, ahead of Ohio University 687 and Western Michigan 704, with Pete Byer and Chip Woodring leading with 66s.
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St Catharine's Rowing Club wins Henley Regatta cup
Canada's St Catharine's Rowing Club captured the Steward's Cup at the Henley Regatta on the Schuylkill River by winning the eight oared and four oared races Sunday.
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Ycaza Suspended For Frivolous Foul In Preakness
Jockey Manny Ycaza received a 30 day suspension for alleged unfair tactics after claiming a foul against Greek Money in the Preakness Stakes won by Greek Money by a nose. He was fined 200 and barred 10 racing days with a possible 20 day extension. The stewards reviewed race film and criticized the foul claim as frivolous.
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16th West Virginia Elks Golf Tournament Preview
HINTON WV UPI Defending champion Steve Alaki of Beckley will compete at the 16th annual West Virginia Elks Golf tournament at Willow Wood Country Club. The 54-hole medal play event runs Friday through Sunday with about 100 entries including past champions Dick Foutche of Charleston Arman Fletcher of Princeton L M Frantz of Huntington and Earl Jones of Atlanta.
Dairymen Cup Wednesday Cup Championship
Greenbrier Dairy of the Wednesday Handicap League defeated Beckley Mfg No 1 in two quick games to claim the Dairymen Cup. Bob Paice led the victors with a 364 series while Ernie Allenbaugh topped Beckley Mfg No 1 with a 338.
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Patterson Liston Title Fight Near Detroit Venue
World heavyweight champion Floyd Patterson and manager Cas D'Amato planned talks in Detroit on Sept. 17 at Tiger Stadium for the Liston defense. Michigan Boxing Commission reportedly will issue licenses, with signing and announcement due early next week. Tiger may boost capacity to 78,000. promoters Gray and Saddler guaranteed $750,000 purses for the fighters.
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