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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1969
Page
4
United Press International reports a two game NL East showdown in New York. The Mets push to extend a two game gap after a 9-3 win over Philadelphia while the Cubs seek to end a four game skid, edging closer to a comeback.
Orville Moody, from Killeen Texas, wins the World Series of Golf with a 141 total at Firestone in Akron Ohio. He defeats George Archer and Ray Floyd as Tony Jacklin finishes tied for fourth. Moody plans to donate part of his $50 000 prize to a scholarship fund and family and sponsors.
Jets slump against Cowboys missing Namath as Babe Parilli and Al Woodall split QB duties. Roger Staubach led Dallas with 160 passing yards and a 17 yard run after Namath sat with a blood clot. Jets injuries mounted but few are serious as they prep to defend AFC crown versus Buffalo.
The Ryder family led the Scottsdale Municipal Pool city championships with Tim winning all five events he entered and Cindy taking multiple wins. Judy Ryder matched with four victories as Joannie Gleason Karen Hoefle and Susan Whiteford also claimed four wins each in age and classification races across freestyle, breaststroke and butterfly events.
Tacoma Cubs rally from 2-0 down to capture the 1969 Pacific Coast League playoff title. Jim Colburn pitched five innings for the win as Dave Lemonds Len Church and Dick LeMay completed a four inning hitless stretch to seal victory. Eugene managed only two hits as Tacoma scored twice on Gary Water's two runs and two miscues.
Yuma High football enters season with a speedy backfield and veteran linemen. Coach Frank Thomas emphasizes offense powered by Gary Milton after his season ending ankle surgery. Milton’s health plus new option plays aim to transform a 1968 24 loss record, while Jetterman Magdaleno and Mike Mansfield compete for key receiver and end roles.
Thomas lauds Winton Tim Brown and Darryl Cramp as key blockers in power running scheme. New contributors Rueben Young and Mitchell Quintero add size and experience at tackle as Mesa Arcadia Sapparo teams prep for league play. Openers set for Sept 12 with Brophy Prep visiting.
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