Benton tops Okawville in high school clash
Benton, ranked No.1 in the Southern Illinois Class A Coaches poll, overcame a 62-57 deficit with an eight free throw run in the final stretch to beat No.6 Okawville 71-64. Mark Kerley scored 25, Bruce Baker 23 for Benton, while Paul Jansen led Okawville with 41.
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Rookies push Pistons past 76ers in league win
Pistons rookie trio delivers as Kelly Tripucka scores a career high 38 and Isiah Thomas adds 13 assists in a 124-101 victory over Philadelphia. Erving hails Tripucka as a top rookie while Philadelphia suffers its worst loss of the season.
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Steinbrenner presses Yankees to report to camp early
New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner sent a three page letter urging players to report to spring training in Fort Lauderdale on February 9 for pitchers and catchers and February 16 for the rest, a request seen by many as a coercive gesture despite no contract violation. The letter, dated December 21 and signed George, promises extra days off as compensation and emphasizes improved facilities and fundamentals. MLBPA director Marvin Miller called the tone a command and a bullying tactic, while players and agents weighed status risk and discussions with agents. Some players have already sought guidance from agents, with one baseman Bob Watson saying he will report despite concerns about family and timing.
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Wilson seeks $9 million over Big Ten eligibility ruling
Former Illinois quarterback Dave Wilson asks the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to award $9 million in damages or remand for trial after being denied another year of Big Ten playing eligibility. Wilson alleges severe mental distress and public ridicule from the Big Ten ruling that ended his 1980 season. He transferred from a California junior college before the 1980 campaign and had his federal suit dismissed by Judge Robert Morgan in Peoria.
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Centralia High School Basketball History Book For Sale
A history of Centralia High School basketball is available for purchase. The book costs 50 cents, includes postage and handling, and proceeds go to the school. Write to Joe Pfief at Centralia High School 1000 E Third St Centralia 62801 to order.
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