Geiger recalls majors historic Busch hit in 1966
Gary Geiger, the first player to notch a hit in new Busch Stadium in May 1966, reflects on a 12 year major league career with the Braves and Cardinals. Now retired, he coached in the Tigers organization, runs motels in Tulsa, and cherishes family time after a journey from Gorham High to pro baseball.
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Gary Geiger
Jackson County
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Murphysboro
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Cleveland
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Houston
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Iowa
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Detroit
Illini Poster Tour Heads to West Frankfort Preview
Illinois fans hear outlook for the Illini this fall as U of I Poster Tour visits West Frankfort next week. Mike Pearson and Tom Schooley meet alumni and fans at a 7:30 p.m. dinner at Franklin County Country Club. Dinner costs $6. poster availability and contact details provided by Vic Davis at Golconda bank.
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West Frankfort
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Tom Schooley
Granite City
Franklin County Country Club
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First National Bank of
Ex Oiler ace Endres still hurls softballs
Gary Endres, a 6-0, 225-pound former Martin Oilers pitcher from Murphysboro, remains active in amateur softball with Kutis in St. Louis. He recalls state titles in 1970, 71, 72 and a 56-3 season in 1966, while planning for possible return to Godfrey or future seasons as a senior hurler.
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Southern
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Martin Osler
St. Louis Cardinal
al Hrabosky
Martin Oilers
Decatur Riley
Decatur
Oilers
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Kulis
St. Louis Browns
Gary Rosendahl
Willisville
Kutis
Leary and Mead
Godfrey
Southern Illinois Jakes
Dempsey Builds Hopeful Saluki Football Squad
SIUC coach Rey Dempsey enters his third season with optimistic aims after a 7-4 debut and a 3-8 follow up. He emphasizes depth, faster recruiting, and closer education-based team culture while targeting competitive showings against Drake, West Texas State, and a home crowd of 20,000 plus.
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Merle Jones
Southern Illnoisan
East Carolina
Rey Dempsey
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Dempsey
Siuc
Drake
Andre Herrera
Indiana State
Salukis
Temple
Doug Weaver
Saluki Athletic Clubs aim to boost SIUC football support
SIU Carbondale officials led by Gale Sayers and coach Rey Dempsey plan to build fan clubs in Du Quoin Murphysboro Harrisburg and Herrin to combat football lethargy. Fred Huff says the program is improving and must reach fans with coach visits players and demonstrations to spark regional interest.
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Southern Illinois University- Carbondale
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Herrin
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Shhwon
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