Unknowns lead PGA at Birmingham with surprise co leaders
Brian Allin and Stan Thirsk shared the first round lead at the PGA Championship at Oakland Hills. Palmer opened strong in a crowded group while Nicklaus and Trevino struggled, and Sam Snead remained in reach at par. Thirsk praised the sport greats as he eyed a possible upset run.
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Jerry Heard
Larry Gilbert
Jim Jamieson
Sam Snead
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Phoenix 18th Ward wins Senior LDS slo-pitch tourney
The 18th Ward team from Phoenix defeated the 28th Ward 18 to 3 to seal an undefeated playoff run and advance to the zone tourney. Scottsdale’s 23rd Ward earned a zone berth in the Explorer Division earlier, with Tuesday play at the LDS softball field on Earl Drive. Hodgson hit a homer as Hirbday added three hits and Hodgson four. Vines limited 28th Ward to six hits. Vinson Lee led 28th Ward with two hits.
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Brewers pound Tigers for third straight win
Milwaukee hitters, led by Ellie Rodriguez and John Briggs, storm Detroit pitching for 11 hits and a 6-3 victory. Briggs hit his 15th homer as the Brewers extended their success to a third consecutive night, while Detroit clings to first in the AL East.
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Watching the Flight of Your Golf Shots for Feel
The article argues that studying shot flight helps prevent loss of the ball and trains the subconscious to link swing feelings with flight outcomes. Golf relies on feel and observing shot patterns builds this sense for future similar strokes.
Blazers Seek NFL Help To Bolster Line Up
Blazer head coach Al Carr says he has contacted Green Bay Packers San Diego Chargers and Los Angeles Rams for linemen with running backs Williams and Shari sidelined by injuries. Williams may return Saturday against the Los Angeles Mustangs though Jackson and Jones also nursing injuries as Carr weighs adding one more back.
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Kascalg Ass Cote Tatveh Shari
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Cubs edge Expos 3 0 in one-hitter bid not fully realized
The Chicago Cubs beat Montreal 3 0 as Hands pitched a one hitter deep into Thursday’s game before a seventh inning miscue by Ken Singleton and a misplayed ball, while Joe Pepitone Jim Hickman and Santo provided the offense. Other MLB results include San Francisco over Pittsburgh and Philadelphia beating New York as key pitchers dominated and late rallies decided games.
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Cocopah Falls in LL Tourney Elimination Game at Glendale
Cocopah’s Little League team dropped a 17 10 playoff decision to Washington District 2 at Holiday Park ending their state bid. Craig Hawkins took the loss as Cocopah hit three homers led by Hankins Metzger and Saunders. Manager Dr. Jim Shields praised defense but criticized officiating and certain pitching curves.
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Scottsdale Karate team travels to International Championships
Eleven Scottsdale karate competitors join 39 Valley students in the 197 International Karate Championships in Long Beach California. Led by Lonnie Coots and featuring Lee Gonzales and Donna McLaughlin, the squad competes in Kumite and Kata with multiple state champions aiming for strong showings.
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Vida Blue Day Set for August 26 at Oakland Coliseum
The Oakland event marks Vida Blue Day with a celebration at the Oakland Coliseum on Saturday August 26. UPI reports the observance honors the baseball star Vida Blue.
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Baseball Standings From United Press International
Thursday results show Philadelphia defeating New York 4 to 1 with Mont at 2 to 1 in 13 innings. Chicago topped Montreal 3 to 0 in 2 innings, Pitts beat St. Louis 2 to 1 in 10 innings. San Diego beat Atlas 6 to 11 in 11 innings. Los Angeles routed San Francisco 3 to 0. Boston defeated New York 7 to 2. Minnesota beat Texas 9 to 1. Cleveland edged Baltimore 4 to 3. Chicago beat California 4 to 2. Milwaukee defeated Detroit 6 to 3. Only games scheduled.
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