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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1960

Page

8

Dickey Returns to Yankees as Player Coach in 1950s Plan

Hall of Famer Bill Dickey will rejoin the New York Yankees next season as part of GM George Weiss plan to restore championship form. Weiss cites Dickey’s prior impact on PLAYER performance and morale, noting his teaching ability and closeness to the club. His work with Yogi Berra, who became a legendary catcher, is highlighted as a key example of his influence and loyalty to Yankee Stadium.

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Yogi Berra Seen as Vice President in Charge After 1949

In a clipped reminiscence, Dickey recalls naming Casey Stengel’s Yogi Berra “vice president in charge” as he joined the Yankees in 1949. The source notes Berra’s room for growth behind the plate and hints at the team’s outfield and coaching dynamics during that era.

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Becomes Fourth Coach for the Yankees bullpen in 1960

The Yankees add a fourth bullpen coach to work with Dickey and the staff. Eddie Lopat and Gil, among others, shape the relief corps as Dickey returns from illness to drive pitchers. Boake and Weiss observe the shift while the team plans for healthier pitching and extended duties in the bullpen.

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Palmer Wins Palm Springs Desert Classic in Million Dollar Tourney

Arnold Palmer captured the Palm Springs Desert Classic title in California, earning $42,000 and moving toward the Phoenix Open. The event showcased top golfers and highlighted Palmer as the dominant figure on the tour with prize money totaling $227,500 for the season. The narrative notes Palmer’s performance, final scores, and standings among the leading players as the circuit moved to the next stop.

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Exhibition Game Highlights From Dodgers and Red Sox

In an exhibition at Angeles, Jim Marshall drove in all three Red Sox runs as an all star team beat a Dodgers contingent. Larry Sherry, Dodgers hero, pitched one scoreless inning in a sparsely composed Dodgers lineup, while the losing side mainly featured Dodgers pitchers and reserves.

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Boat Racer Stead Retires

Local racing figure Stead retires after a storied career with notable performances at Pyramid Lake and Tiverton Iron Speed events. The veteran driver, associated with Slew and power Smitts, ends his run amid landmark wins and enduring records in regional circuits.

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Unbeaten Welters in Feature Bout Confident Prospect Lineup

A feature welterweight bout headlines a card with two unbeaten fighters headed to Miami Beach. Cuban Rodriguez and Philadelphia’s Leon move toward a championship test as Virgil Akins and other veterans linger in the TV league. The program, streaming on major networks, includes a packed lineup with rivalries and potential upsets shaping a busy boxing night.

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Tournament Golf Scores Waris Springs Leaders Sellect

Scores from a regional golf tourney show Waris Springs and nearby clubs competing for top honors. Notable finishers include Johnie Tabi Sen Menta and Witiseh Ge Aolywtan with strong rounds, while locals like Ivan Wyptet and Jovgh Mamurrunes posted solid scores. Weathered greens and tight contests framed a day of steady precision and midrange putts.

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Wes Ellis Fails PGA Rule In Palm Springs Round

Wes Ellis, leading after two rounds in Palm Springs Desert Classic, was disqualified in the final round after playing a provisional ball and arguing with officials over the penalty. The ruling cost him about 600 dollars, leaving him with a final tally far below the leaders.

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Becerra Retirement Rumors Spark Talk in Boxing Circles

World welterweight champion Jose Becerra faces questions about retirement after reports he may fight three or four more bouts. Promoter Parnassus declined to confirm plans, stating he has not spoken with Becerra or manager Poucho Rosle. Sources note Becerra’s successful defense record and the strong Mexican fan base, with discussions about possible future opponents.

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High school basketball and tennis schedules teased

The schedule lists basketball games at the Alamo stadium on Monday night with nonconference clashes and a TAAA contest featuring Sam Houston and Uvalde. also NAIA tennis action at Central Catholic and a ninth annual tennis championship in Kansas City with South San Antonio Robcats.

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Winter Sports Roundup From 1960 Olympic Trial Coverage

Reports from Sauan Valle and Steamboat Springs describe winter sports at Olympic trial sites. Skaters and skiers compete amid rain and challenging conditions as U S teams, international entrants, and 12 nations contest for spots on teams and in jumping championships.

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