Hall of Fame invites four hockey legends from 1980s era
Rod Langway Bernie Federko Clark Gillies and coach Roger Neilson were elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame. Langway noted the honor after a Norris Trophy career and two Stanley Cups, Federko recalled 100 point seasons with the Blues, Gillies starred on Islanders Cup teams, and Neilson, a builder, battles cancer while championing Hockey Fights Cancer.
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Top coordinator keeps Hook A Kid golf event humming
Day praises workers and volunteers for guiding the Hook A Kid program while forty or more kids join this year. Seventy six participants received child sized clubs and a dozen golf balls at week’s end as Daugherty commends Day’s leadership.
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Day Receives Volunteer of the Year for Course Leadership
Michael Day credits a strong team for his Volunteer of the Year honor. Daugherty and Payne praise Day for running a disciplined program that prioritizes safety and neighborly conduct, while Day deflects credit to supporters like Frank and Diane and insists the award belongs to the staff and volunteers who donate to the program.
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Payne 76-year-old golf mentor fuels local youth program
The article profiles Frank Payne, a 76-year-old volunteer who teaches golf to area youth at a week-long program. He coaches at Murphysboro and Carbondale high schools, staying hands-on with tips while receiving energy and joy from the kids. Payne plans to continue as long as possible.
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Mount Vernon Triple Crown junior golf set for July
Three-tournament package runs July 17 19 for ages 13 18 at Bend Lake Indian Hills and Green Hills golf courses. Top boy and girl in each division win navy blazer. must play all three events for Triple Crown eligibility. Entry $85 covers all three. deadlines July 1.
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Orlando Surges Past Cavaliers 66 62 In Narrow Win
Nykesha Sales led Orlando with 18 points and Shannon Johnson added 13 as the Magic edged Cleveland 66 62. Johnson hit two free throws late with 1:50 remaining to secure the lead, Adrienne Johnson adding a 3 pointer for a 64 60 cushion.
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Navratilova’s brief comeback ends after Eastbourne loss
Martina Navratilova, 45, fell 2-6 6-2 6-2 to Daniela Hantuchova in the Eastbourne grasscourt event after a prior win over Tatiana Panova. She said she has no plans to play singles again, calling the appearance a one off and noting she can still keep pace with younger players. In Berkeley, Dan O’Brien halted his decathlon comeback, abandoning Day 1 with foot pain while in third place, aiming to return for the Olympics.
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Sparta Raptors Triumph In 14-1 Baseball Victory
Sparta cruises to a 14-1 win over Zeigler as Joey Loucks belts a three run homer and Ryan Robinson pitches a seven inning three hitter. Schwartz drives in three, Brewer collects two hits as Sparta improves to 3-4. Zeigler’s Tuthill leads with 2-3.
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Boxing and sports notes from the 1940s to 1990s events
A sweep of boxing history includes Joe Louis stopping Arturo Godoy in 1940 at Yankee Stadium to retain the world heavyweight title and Floyd Patterson beating Ingemar Johansson in 1960 to regain the title. The piece also lists golf majors, baseball leaders, and college events with multiple named athletes, games, and venues across decades.
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Jerry Pate
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Tom Weiss
Local and pro sports and standings update from Hickory Ridge
Summary of multiple high school results from the Lad i Summer Classic at Franklin County CC with top finishers Stefanie Pate Cindy Corn and Sarah Haas, plus various class leaders. Pro baseball and football notes include injuries signings trades and roster moves for VAHEIM ANGELS Cleveland Indians Detroit Tigers Oakland Braves Reds Phillies and teams in the NFL and NHL. Also mentions coaching changes and player transfers across college and professional levels. Call-in info for tips to the Southern Sports Desk follows.
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