Zeigler Raiders win State softball crown in 1-0 finale
Terry Linton pitched a four hitter and Barry McCauley drove in the winning run with a second inning single as Zeigler Anixter Raiders defeated J. Hulick of Peoria 1-0 to capture the state fast-pitch softball title at Altamont. The victory secures a bid to the Midwest Regional at Casey and, if successful, a trip to Stockton for the national meet. Linton, 35, earned all-tournament honors after five strong games, matching a pitching display noted by manager Marion Poggas.
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Marion Poggas
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West Frankfort
Poggas
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Scott diving grab preserves Cardinals' 40 victory
St Louis edged San Francisco 40 to 0 as Tony Scott made a dramatic diving catch with two outs in the sixth inning to rob Larry Herndon of a hit and keep a slim lead. Ken Boyer credited the play with breaking the game, while Giants manager Joe Altobelli called it pivotal in preserving the win.
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Cards rally in heat as Hendrick belts two homers
Southern Lollinoisan notes a hot day in which George Hendrick hit his 10th and 11th home runs to power the St. Louis offense. John Denny, 7-10, labored in mid 90s heat before Mark Littell finished a six hitter. A fateful sixth inning saw Willie McCovey charged with an error on a play that allowed Keith Hernandez to score from third as Juan Scott was ruled safe after a collision of calls.
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Fred Brocklander
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Giants suffer fifth straight loss after McCovey foul ball play
Scott recalled a close call as the ball rolled into the outfield and he believed he was out until San Francisco Giants catcher McCovey had to hold the ball. Boyer considered protesting if the call went against him. Tobelli lamented the lack of breaks and timely opportunities as the Giants failed to capitalize on chances.
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Expos slip past Braves as Bahnsen belts first career homer
Montreal Expos defeat the Atlanta Braves 5-1 behind Stan Bahnsen who relieved Bill Lee and hit the first homer of his 12-year career. Bahnsen also escaped two jams and later homered in the seventh as Montreal stays two games behind Pittsburgh in the NL East.
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Associated Press
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Bahnsen
Tony Brizzolara
Brizzolara
Saints Falcons Could Surprise Rams In NFC West
The NFC West looks unpredictable as the Rams seek a seventh straight title though the Falcons and Saints show potential. Bartkowski's health and refining Atlanta's ground game, plus Manning behind New Orleans' line, are pivotal while San Francisco under Bill Walsh faces a rebuilding start after a 2-14 season.
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Leeman Bennett
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Colorado
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Jacob Wins Division Title in Mon Clair League
Jacob clinched its first Mon Clair Division title after Smithton forfeited two games. The 29-5 season included a 21-3 league mark and key wins over Waterloo. Five players hit over .300, led by Taylor and Reeves, with Quillman topping RBI and homers. Strong pitching from Reeder and Glidell aided a top finish as Jacob heads to a single elimination tournament to decide the finalist for the league championship.
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Lassiter still chalking up wins after 48 years
Hal Rock profiles pool legend Luther Lassiter known as Blimpy, still winning at age, his 48-year career in billiards highlighted by a World Open run of 67 breaks and his long presence in the Professional Pool Players Association Hall of Fame.
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Hal Rock
Associated Press
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Professional Pool Players Association Hall of Ame
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Carl Hubbell
Irving Crane
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