Evansville signs Indiana forward Marty Simmons
Indiana University sophomore Marty Simmons, a 6-foot-5 swingman, has signed a letter of intent with the University of Evansville. Coach Jim Crews, a former Indiana assistant, announced that Simmons will sit out one season and then have two years of eligibility. Simmons led Lawrenceville High to consecutive state titles and was Illinois Mr. Basketball in 1983, with 2,986 career high school points.
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Wagers raise Derby bets as tech and law reshape gambling
The 111th Kentucky Derby is tied to television simulcasts and computer betting, expanding parimutuel pools across 30 tracks and enabling exotic wagers. States push for off track betting, new gimmicks at Arlington Park and Sportsman's Park draw big pools, while analysts warn larger purses attract more scrutiny.
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Damico leads Herrin in doubleheader baseball sweep
Herrin defeated West Frankfort 8-1 and 14-4 as Damico hit three homers and Shane Gooden fanned 14 in game one. Ridings won game two with 4 strikeouts in 3 1 4 innings. Hudson had three hits and 3 RBI for the Tigers.
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Cobden Rally Seals 11-1 South Egyptian Conference Win
Cobden broke a 5-5 tie with six runs in the third inning, sparked by Mike Dammerman’s bases loaded triple. Tom Heil earned the win with one inning, two RBI and two hits. Elverado trailed 5-4 in the third as Cobden surged to a 10-5 lead. Heil struck out one and walked two. Robbie Hicks also pitched. Cobden improved to 11-1 in the SEC. Lesser Walier delivered a one-hitter with 10 strikeouts as the Red Devils dominated.
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Red Devils edge Herrin Sesser Valier for run
Styve drew a bases loaded walk in the third to score Brian McBride and Brad Styve added an RBI single in the seventh for insurance. Tony Ganieary took the loss as Sesser Valier improved to 3-7. Chester County Club four ball golf tournament May 11 and 12 call 826-2345 or 826-3168.
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Marion dominates Goreville in girls softball rout
Lori Gulley led Marion with four hits including two doubles and three RBIs as the Wildcats beat Goreville 15-4. Amy Fletcher added three doubles and four RBIs, with Fletcher earning the win on the mound while Julie Schramm took the loss. Marion improves to 5-6 overall, 4-5 in the South Seven. Cobden tops Elverado 12 11 to stay undefeated in conference with Betz three hits and Flamm two, Smith the winning pitcher and Jackson the loser.
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Kite Takes Three Shot Lead In MONY Tournament Of Champions
Tom Kite steadies his game to build a three stroke edge in the third round at La Costa. A 70 gives him 206 total four under, with Scott Simpson at 209 after a 67. Fuzzy Zoeller four behind at 210. Lori Garbacz leads LPGA event at Moss Creek with even par 72 heading to final round.
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