Masters Spotlight: Nicklaus Dominates Augusta Field
The Masters at Augusta, once austere, now a folksy affair centers on Jack Nicklaus known as Big Jack. Dave Stockton calls Nicklaus the prime favorite, while Stockton and his father Gail share a close, playful rivalry as they eye the course and a fifth Masters.
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SCC Mesa battle for life in key JC baseball series
Scottsdale Community College and Mesa Community College clash in a pivotal JC baseball series with 3-5 conference records. Injuries and shaky pitching haunt both teams as they vie for momentum against the defending national champions.
Rodriguez wins Greensboro Open in rain delayed finish
Juan Rodriguez nicknamed Chi Chi wins the Greater Greensboro Open with a 17 under total of 267 as Ken Still Gay Brewer shoot 64 to share low round honors. Rodriguez dedicates victory to Roberto Clemente and notes his rise from caddie to champion.
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Santo bruised wrist not serious for Cubs in 15 2 win
Cubs batter Cleveland 15 2 as Ron Santo suffers left wrist blow in seventh. X rays negative and he may be ready for Wednesday clash with San Diego. Cubs pounded 22 hits led by Billy Williams with a triple and two singles.
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Coronado's Gary Adrig Seeks 8.0 All-Around As State Star
Coronado High junior Gary Adrig stands as Arizona's top all around gymnast after posting a 7.28 average that tops last year's state mark. He credits coach Harvey Plant and aims for an 8.0 all around while planning college goals at New Mexico or Arizona State and pursuing a law school path.
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Hounds Move to Apache for Inaugural Race
The Funks Greyhound Circuit shifts to Apache Junction for the Inaugural Race on Wednesday at 8 p.m. Regular racing runs Wednesday to Sunday, with matinees Saturdays and Sundays starting April 28. Top Phoenix dogs Patty Glo and M A's Mon signor headline the event.
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Ali to be discharged after jaw surgery in San Diego
Muhammad Ali is expected to leave Clairemont General Hospital today after a one hour operation to repair a broken jaw suffered in a 12 round loss to Ken Norton. He is reported to be in good spirits and doing well. Larry Brown named ABA Coach of the Year for the Carolina Cougars after eight of ten votes. Brown credited his players for the team’s success.
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Lacroix Tops WHA Scoring With 124 Points
Andre Lacroix, a four goal scorer a year ago in the NHL, becomes the WHA scoring champion with 124 points. He finishes with 50 goals and 74 assists after a slow start with the Philadelphia Blazers, per league statistics released Monday.
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Masters bid ends for Bruce Robertson at Stanford
Bruce Robertson a 20 year old Stanford sophomore from San Mateo California has lost his amateur status with the United States Golf Association for selling golf equipment and will not compete in the Masters. Robertson earned his Masters spot by finishing sixth in last year’s U S Amateur and Stanford may forfeit a title won last week due to the ruling.
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Brewer tops U.S. All-Stars in Liberty Bell Classic
Jim Brewer of Minnesota led the U.S. All-Stars to an 85-69 victory in the third annual Liberty Bell Classic. He scored 15 points, controlled rebounds, and blocked several shots to earn MVP honors before a blue-ribbon crowd including basketball owners and coaches in Philadelphia.
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NCAA and AAU Agree to Settle Dispute Over Soviet Tour
The NCAA and AAU agreed to seek a settlement to their feud jeopardizing the Soviet basketball tour. Walter Byers said the NCAA would fast track any AAU request for approval, waiving its 30 day rule, with an executive council decision anticipated by Friday or Saturday.
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Giants trade Healy for pitcher Minton
The Kansas City Royals acquire veteran catcher Fran Healy from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for minor league pitcher Greg Minton. Minton will report to the Giants minor league complex in Casa Grande Arizona for assignment.
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Baseball and Track Meet Schedule for Local Colleges and Prep
Wednesday schedule lists Chicago Cubs vs Padres at 1 p.m. in Yuma plus Mesa Community at Scottsdale Community, Westwood at Arcadia, Saguaro at Arcadia, Coronado at Scottsdale at 4 p.m. Thursday features Scottsdale Community at Mesa Community baseball, plus golf at McCormick Ranch and 3:30 p.m. college game.
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