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Newspaper
Southern Illinoisan
Location
Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1978
Page
11
Tim Ricci, West Frankfort high school's all time leading scorer, returns as head coach after being chosen by the West Frankfort Community School District No. 168 Board at a special meeting. The 25 year old says he is excited to coach in his hometown and acknowledges drawbacks. He replaces Bob Brown.
Early sports notes highlight Ricci as No 2 all time scorer for the Salukis. The 6-foot-3 forward started at SIU Carbondale under coach Paul Lambert, scoring 553 career points, averaging 8.2 ppg and 3.7 rpg in 1974-75. He helped SIU award NIT berth before a foot injury ended their run as Pittsburgh defeated them 70-65. Brown left after a 5-18 season to coach and direct at John A Logan College.
Ricci, a former Redbird star, becomes Murphysboro High School assistant coach under Tom Ashman. He is Ashman’s fourth aide to land a head job in eight years, following John Lawson, Doug Woolard, and Gib Gerlach. Ricci inherits a 51-91 six-year Redbird record, aims to rebuild after Harold Hood era and his 1708-point career.
Dave Hamilton, who started with St. Louis and finished with Pittsburgh, starred as the Pirates beat the Cardinals 5-4 and 11-8 in a rain-delayed doubleheader. Parker and Ott homered to fuel a six-run comeback, while Hamilton threw 13 scoreless innings in relief as Pittsburgh moved to 34-34 and within reach of the NL East leader. The Cardinals, led briefly by Ken Boyer in the April 23 makeup, slipped further as Pittsburgh eyed another doubleheader tonight.
New York owner George Steinbrenner switches tones with Billy Martin ahead of a crucial game against Boston. He claims only Chambliss and Nettles meet potential while others slack, then urges the team to finish strong and win another pennant and World Series. Reggie Jackson says the flap won’t affect his play.
Will Grimsley reports George Steinbrenner used a psychological tactic to shift players’ focus. He mentions Billy Martin still has a year left on a $100,000 a year contract and must curb arrogance and conduct to avoid self destruct implications. No threats or promises were made.
Herman Williams said he will not pursue Auburn University’s head basketball job after Paul Lambert’s death. He will keep his assistant role at Auburn and praised the staff. Williams, 34, noted Lambert’s death as the main reason delaying any transition while Auburn continues its search.
The Sporting News selects Richard Itchy Jones as college baseball Coach of the Year for SIUC. It notes his 37-14 season, second in the Midwest Regional, MVC title, and a nine year 344-96 career mark. It also highlights Saluki star Dave Stieb on All-American team and as a future pitcher.
Bjorn Borg survived a tense five set duel with Vic Amaya to advance, saying he wanted a third consecutive Wimbledon title. Amaya impressed with a booming left handed serve and later praised Borg’s resilience, while seeds Connors and Stockton also faced stiff tests as Virginia Wade began her title defense.
The NHL at 17 teams continues to hold, with WHA clubs seeking entry as board members meet in Detroit. Debated items include merging up to four WHA teams such as Edmonton Quebec and New England this year and Winnipeg next season. Leaders note three quarters approval required. officials remain tightlipped about progress. Howard Baldwin of the WHA also attends the Detroit session.
John Milner of the Pittsburgh Pirates hit .666 with two home runs and six RBIs and was named National League Player of the Week for the period ending June 25. Milner hit a bases loaded homer to beat the Mets and a two run shot to defeat his former teammates Sundry.
Chicago Bears announce the signing of Ed Marinaro a 28 year old free agent running back with six NFL seasons. He previously played for the Vikings Jets and Seahawks and was an All American at Cornell finishing second in the 1971 Heisman race with NCAA rushing records including 4715 career yards and 1881 in 1971 set 203 yards per game.
A series of street addresses appears in the page fragment, listing 1001 N Court 314 E Main 401 W Main 738 W Main 800 N Park 1109 S 18th 1121 W 3rd St Rt 45 South Mattoon Mt Carmal Harrisburg.
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