Thompson Holds Gainesville Lead in Greater Jacksonville Open
Barney Thompson, 26, from Huntington West Virginia, led the Greater Jacksonville Open after two rounds with 11 under par 133. Arnold Palmer, 45, shot 68 Friday to stand three behind as Thompson faces a nerve testing third round plus Palmer challenge.
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Cubs Hope Year of the Pitcher Begins in Exhibitions
The Chicago Cubs minor league system opens its exhibition season with 33 pitchers aiming to prove their mettle. Bruce Sutter stars among the hopefuls after strong past seasons. Fred Martin introduces the split finger fastball and off center slider. Sunday features Wichita Aeros at Midland Cubs and Key West Coachos vs Thetford Mines, a new Eastern League member located near Montreal, Quebec.
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Dos Reyes Favored in Turf Paradise Handicap Field
At Turf Paradise in Phoenix Dos Reyes carries 122 pounds and is coupled with Brush Cutter in the 20 000 added event. The four year old son of Thurston King Two Countries won the Arizona Downs version earlier and took the Scottsdale Mile with a late rally beating Mike James and Mr Exit who also run. Cole's Delight won Friday's one mile feature.
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Sun Devils press may test Bruins in regional clash
ASU relies on speed and a relentless press to challenge UCLA for the Western Regional title as Montana impresses in a zone defense and Indiana battles Kentucky while Maryland faces Louisville and Kansas State meets Syracuse. UCLA counters with height led by Drollinger and Meyers nursing injuries.
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John Wooden
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Ralph Drollinger
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Dave Meyers
Marques Johnson
Pete Trgovich
Meyers
Charley Horge
Paradise Valley Loses Narrowly to Brophy Prep 64 63
Trojan tracksters fall by one point as Bob Hert wins the mile in 4 48.1 and 880 in 2 07. Brian Miller tosses 149 10 in discus. Kivett wins high jump 5 10. Other PV placers include Franklin Grim Cooper Morrow Hardaway Milligan Montez Harall and Reiff.
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Nick Hardaway
Tim Milligan
Lynn Plesher
Edger Montez
Kevin Harall
Preseason Slo-pitch Tourney at Chaparral Park
Eight teams compete in a double elimination event Sunday at Chaparral Park starting 9 a.m. The 1975 King and Queen Preseason Slo-pitch Softball Tournament will award trophies to the first three teams with finals at 4:45 p.m. Entries include Red Carpet Realty Carl's Seafoods Scottsdale Audio Los Amigos King and Queen Sleep Center Land L Smith Roman Village and Valley Wide Contractors.
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Elsie Hands Leads Ham Tournament Golf Field
Elsie Hands fired 72 to lead Class A at Valley Country Club in the Ham Tournament. Ruth Porter second with 74. Charlene Tesner 73 in Class B. Lou Federson 74 in Class C. Irene Rasmus top Class D with 78.
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Thelma Melichar
Skip Jones
Wanda Glenn
Pat Clark
Villa Monterey
Winnie Linton
Lois Lubenow
Esther Ranney
Valley
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Ann Cobaugh
Pat Skinner
Kay Walsh
Carmen Spencer
Betty George
Jean Shank
Jo Ammerman
Barbara Ehrlenbach
Norma Laughlin
Pat Fawcett
Helen Babcock
Lois Riley
Helen Nolte
Gladys Wines
Dottie Fries
Arizona Country Club
Joyce Fernandez
Phyliss Shaler
Dorothy Clark
Doris Mason
Mildred Bretlinger
Mary Shrake
Barbara Clark
Doris Whisler
Dog Selex At Phoenix Greyhound Park Tonight
Selections for Phoenix Greyhound Park races prepared by veteran handicapper for The Progress. Best bets and quinella picks include Ben's Whizz as top choice in race 15 at 10th race and multiple named contenders across 12 events.
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Bill of Goods
Oshkosh Caddo
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Coronado Dons Fall in Tennis Thriller to Westwood
Westwood girls edged Coronado 5-4 as doubles swung the match after Coronado built a 4-2 lead. Lisa Evans won 6-3 6-4, Laura Roberts won 3 46 6-3 6-1 after trailing, Laura Shroff won 6-2 6-2, and Sue Murray recovered for a 4-6 6-2 6-2 victory.
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Laura Shroff
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Vicks Picks for Turf Paradise Races Highlights
Veteran track handicapper presents 10 thoroughbreds listed by preference for the Progress at Turf Paradise. Each entry includes chances notes such as Good N Vol, Willie Gray as probable favorite, and Flying Ed noted for a strong finish, with others like Windsor Flame and Desert Double discussed.
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Duke of Alba
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Bannister Throws One-Hitter as ASU Blank USC 3-0
Arizona State pitcher Floyd Bannister struck out 14 and allowed only two Trojan baserunners in a 3-0 win over USC. Dennis Littlejohn provided the Trojans’ only hit with a eighth inning single. Milke was injured by a line drive, taken to hospital for observation. ASU heads to San Diego State before facing USC again in Tempe.
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