Tense American Legion baseball clash ends in BB victory
Arcadia High graduate Joe Woodall was called out at home in the sixth as tempers flared when Bobby Ball Agency and the Phoenix Suns fought. A later bench brawl involved Bobby Ball catcher Mark Samson and Suns coach Ethan Blackaby. The Suns won 4-3 behind Brian Kelly's six inning effort while Mike Kerrigan went 3-for-3 for BB.
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British netter Taylor defies Borg to reach Wimbledon semis
Roger Taylor of Britain advanced to the semifinals at Wimbledon after replaying a disputed match point against Bjorn Borg. The 32 year old beat the 17 year old Swede 6-1 6-8 3-6 6-3 7-5 in a dramatic centre court match celebrated for sportsmanship.
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Nonpro tourney opens with Midas Mufflers hosting at Eldorado Park
The Wild West Baseball Invitational begins tonight at Eldorado Park with eight teams in a single elimination field. Midas Mufflers faces Mesa Indians at 7pm on North Eldorado. Parker Merchants meet Circle K at 7pm on South Eldorado. Kerr vs Tempe Boys Club at 9 15pm on South. Tucson Gas vs Village Inn at 9 15pm on North. Speed up rules include courtesy runners and a nine run rule after five innings. An all star panel will name winners and trophies go to the top three teams and consolation champ. Midas players Mike Hughes and Dennis Kendrick have signed with pro teams this week.
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Clyde's 18-year-old lefty dazzles as White Sox top Rangers
Ed Herrmann's ninth inning double drives in the winning run as Clyde strands four hits over six innings. The 18 year-old nose-guarded by a blister exits after six, while Texas trails 4-3. Melton's eighth-inning single spoils Clyde's chance.
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Perez homers in ninth sinks Dodgers to spark Reds rally
Cincinnati 4 Los Angeles 2 as Tony Perez hits a two run homer in the ninth, prompting Sparky Anderson to say the Reds feel back in the race. Hank Aaron inches toward Ruth with his 21st homer, while St Louis beat Philadelphia 7 4 and San Diego topped Houston 8 5 and Montreal edged New York 2 1.
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