Umpire-Pitched Game Sparks Debate On Calling Balls
A humorous note questions a pitcher who also acts as umpire and calls his own pitches. Critics wonder how a game could be fair if the same person supplies electricity and determines the strike zone. The remark implies absurdities in self serving rules.
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Boyden Streak Ends in Narrow Loss to Alton
In a standout contest, Boyden challenged highly regarded Alton, trailing 13 to 22 at halftime but narrowing the gap to four points after the break. Alton guard Bill Brower led with 18 points, 12 in the first half, before Boyden’s defense slowed him.
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