Walker-Luke leads Pirates to 2-0 victory over Cardinals
Luke Walker earned his 12th win with a two-hitter as the Pirates defeated St. Louis 2-0. Willie Stargell hit his 28th homer and Bob Robertson dropped in a sacrifice fly to score Al Oliver. Mets beat Phillies in 14 innings as Cleon Jones drives in Tommie Agee.
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Alabama Seeks Comeback Against Southern California
Cager Bear Bryant voices dissatisfaction with Alabama's recent performance as the 1969 champs prepare for a tough season opener versus Southern California in Birmingham. USC and Alabama boast top coaches John McKay and Bryant, while a slate of early games across the nation marks the season's start.
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Roadrunner Camp Opens with Scrimmage Sessions
Nineteen Phoenix Roadrunners began camp in Toronto with two on ice scrimmages instead of a single practice. New coach Art Erickson, a Roadrunner last season, says additional scrimmages are planned today and Saturday and a full turnout is set for Monday.
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Maryland lands high school star McMillen after indecision
University of Maryland hosted an informal workout at Cole Field House as Tom McMillen registered to join the Terrapins. Coach Lefty Dreisell and staff welcomed the 6-foot-11 pre med standout who had previously flirted with North Carolina after a long recruiting battle rooted in Mansfield Pennsylvania.
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Rozelle Rejects Halas Betting Plan
Pro football figure George Halas asked NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle for permission to bet 15000 on his Bears winning the Central Division with cancer funds to follow if he won. Rozelle declined. The Bears play the Vikings in Chicago as the Armed Forces game wrapup.
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Clay set to defend title against Jerry Quarry in Atlanta
Cassius Clay, 28, signs to fight Jerry Quarry on October 26 in a 15 round heavyweight title defense after more than three years inactive due to draft evasion charges. Promoters failed in many cities to secure permission before Clay could step back into the ring. He described finding a town he can call home for this bout.
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World Series opener set for October tenth
Baseball Commissioner Bowie Kuhn announced the World Series will begin October 10 at the National League pennant winner’s home park. The first two games are set for October 10 and 11 in the NL park, with games three to five on October 13 14 and 15 at the AL champion’s home.
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Coronado Freshmen Roll Past Tempe 26 6
Coronado freshmen football opened with a 26 to 6 victory over Tempe. Don Whitlatch sparked the scoring with a 17 yard run, Rob Wilson added a five yard TD, and fumble recoveries by Steve Letson and Mike Farrison produced two more scores. Wilson added the lone extra point.
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Trophy renamed to honor Vince Lombardi
The Super Bowl Trophy will bear Lombardi’s name, honoring the Packers coach who led Green Bay to the first two championships in 1967 and 1968. Commissioner Rozelle praised the choice as fitting for a symbol of football excellence. Lombardi died Sept 3 from intestinal cancer.
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New Cougar coach James Schneider targets winning in Casa Grande
James Schneider takes over at Casa Grande aiming to lift a 1-9 team after a slump from 1967 success. He brings a veer offense and 3-4-2 defense inspired by Texas and Oklahoma, names Randy Spillsbury Franks Walker among key players, and sets aim to erase defeatist attitude while facing Basil Valley Saguaro Mesa Tempe Arcadia.
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Chandler Wolves face Moon Valley opener amid injury epidemic
Chandler head coach Kenneth Kerr battles a rash of serious off field injuries that thin the squad as they prepare for tonight's opener against Moon Valley. Starting halfback sidelined with a broken collarbone and other players missing time with injuries test depth while transfers and young players step in.
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