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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1977

Page

8

Ayala Faces Toughest Test in NA Title Bout

Mike Ayala, 19, unbeaten in 16 pro fights, defends the NABF super bantamweight title against Mexico’s Radalfa Martinez in a 12 round main event at Municipal Auditorium. Martinez, former world bantamweight champion, brings speed power and title credentials to San Antonio in a televised style bout set Tuesday night with undercard bouts featuring local contenders. Tickets go on sale at the Auditorium with prices $8 $7 and $5.

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Seattle Slew Arrives at Pimlico for Preakness Prep

Kentucky Derby winner Seattle Slew reached Pimlico on Monday to train for the Preakness Stakes. Trainers report the colt in peak condition ahead of the May race as other Derby contenders join the field.

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Ali Wins Easily in 15 Round Bout with Evangelista

Muhammad Ali defeats Evangelista in a 15 round decision. Judges Moore and Kingmeyer score identical 72-4 rounds on a five point system as Ali outscores the challenger while Evangelista displays stamina and heart. Ali earns 85 000 dollars plus acclaim. the crowd sees a routine, physically demanding contest with few knockdowns.

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Gilliam to Miss Saints Pre-Camp

A report states quarterback Joe Gilliam will miss three days of New Orleans Saints training camp due to legal issues. Gilliam previously played for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Saints, and faced weapons possession and drug treatment complications last year.

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Dodgers Open Tulsa Series in Texas League

The Dodgers aim for a third straight win as they start a five game set with Tulsa at Deiter Park in TAN. Both clubs sit in the cellar of their divisions with San Antonio and El Paso leading their sections. Dave Patterson is set to start for San Antonio.

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Rams Win 1-0 In 15 Innings

Marshall edge South San Antonio 1-0 in 15 innings to clinch the best of three district playoff at Burrows Field. Steve Hill scored on a fielding error after a crucial single by Roland Sanchez and Sam Zamora miscue. Jay Moose earned the win with 12 innings pitched. Rudy Willis threw 12 for Marshall.

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Outsider Iran Constitutin wins withering upset in Withurs Stakes

The report notes 31 outsider Iran Constitutin upsetting the 145 favorite in the Withurs Stakes as George Seattle Slew and other horses prepare for Preakness next Saturday. Roommates Tommy Kramer and Mark Bockeigh, recent Rice University graduates, pursue NFL and college track paths amid conference note.

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Rough Riders and Mustangs Vie in Bi District Playoff

The best-of-three series between Jefferson and Roosevelt opens tonight at Blossom Athletic Center Diamond at 7:31 p.m. The second game is set for Thursday at 4:16 p.m. at Keefe Field, with a potential third game Friday at 7:30 a.m. at Benson-Binssom.

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Uvalde Coyotes Take 1-0 Lead In District Series

Uvalde and Pleasanton opened the best-of-three District 13-4A baseball series with a 1-0 Coyotes win on Monday. Pitcher Ray Brown allowed six hits while Measeman and McElroy mixed for a strong duel. Bozo Alderson hit a go ahead homer in the sixth after Pleasanton had tied it, giving Uvalde the early series edge on their home field.

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