Hank Aaron Eyes 715 as Reds Threaten
In Cincinnati Hank Aaron faces the Reds while chasing Babe Ruth’s single season home run mark. Aaron says he will play and try his best if given a pitch to hit, aiming to reach 715 in front of Braves fans or Atlanta backers. Don Gullett notes Aaron will be careful but not walked intentionally.
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Billingham loses the sinker as Aaron ties record at Reds win
Hank Aaron hit his 714th career home run off Jack Billingham in Cincinnati as the Reds rallied from behind 7-6 in 11 innings. Pete Rose scored the winning run on a wild pitch, while Tony Perez and Johnny Bench praised the comeback and Aaron’s milestone.
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Coronado Dons beat Mesa High in golf match 193 217
Mike Lindsey led Coronado with one over par 36 as the Dons improved to 5 1 this season. John Arner shot 38 while Scott Watkins and Chip Harris had 39s and Ken Chase finished with 41 in the 193 217 win over Mesa High.
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Norman and Money Eye NBA Turn Pro Plans
Norman and Money, two former Kettering High School teammates from Detroit, plan to turn professional with letters to the NBA declaring availability for the May hardship draft. Norman led the WAC in scoring twice and set an Arizona season scoring mark, while Money averaged 18.8 points per game despite injuries. They helped Arizona reach runner up finishes in the WAC under Fred Snowden.
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Phoenix and Salt Lake City vie for WHL title
Phoenix gained three points on Salt Lake City by beating Portland 3 1 to tighten the race. Howie Young scored twice and assisted on Mike Hyndman to push his total to 36 goals this season. Gary Simmons faced a late rebound that spoiled a shutout. The teams meet again in Salt Lake City and Phoenix to close the title chase with one win or a tie enough for the Roadrunners.
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Dons and Titans split nonleague games ahead of league play
Coronado edged Tempe 4-3 as four pitchers worked in prep for the Phoenix Invitational. Arcadia fell 4-2 to Chandler, leaving the Titans 2-7 non conference and ready to begin A League play. Coronado coach Roy Coppinger said Chandler is the team to beat in the league. Arcadia coach Skip Schifino stressed a settled pitching staff and improved lineup as the slate opens with Casa Grande.
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