No mistake about it Doug Collins is home
Doug Collins returns to Benton for a one week stay after a troubled season with the Philadelphia 76ers. He speaks at Benton events, attends a prep all star game, and relives the uneasy time of injuries and disputed pain thresholds while facing media headlines and personal loss. Collins emphasizes his loyalty to the team and his desire to play, despite public misperceptions and the strain of a demanding NBA season.
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Mike Chamness
Southern Illinoisan
Doug Collins
Benton
Philadelphia 76Ers
Collins
Runnin’ Rangers
Philadelphia
New York
Los Angeles
National Basketball Association
Christopher
Southern Illinois
Joe Torg
76Ers
Torg
Paul
Doug Cavaliers
San Antonio
Rangers
Gues
Rich Herrin
Doug
Herrin
Illinois State
NBA
The
Hal Greer
Spectrum
76Ers’ Arena
Collins reflects on integrity and staying with the 76ers
Basketball star Doug Collins defends his career choices and loyalty to the Philadelphia 76ers amid scrutiny. The interview profiles his rise from high school to Olympic hero, notes his four straight all star selections, and cites his aim to finish his career in Philly despite recent team struggles.
Marion Solves Baserunning Woes To Win Regional Final
Marion defeats Herrin 4-3 in the Carbondale Class AA Regional final after a seventh inning rally. Pinch runner Sean Phillips scores on Steve McKinney’s bunt to break a 3-3 tie. Bill Atkisson strikes out nine in a four-hitter as Marion improves to 19-2 and advances to the Belleville Sectional.
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Mike Estes
Southern Illinoisan
Marion
Jack Fletcher
Fletcher
Wildcats
Sean Phillips
Steve McKinney
Herrin
Carbondale
Jeff Samples
McKinney
Tim Brooking
Scott Kuhar
Marc Wade
Phillips
Kuhar
Brooking
Warren
Rocky Restivo
Tigers
Garavalia
Bill Atkisson
Atkisson
Garavalla
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Baker
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Marc Fisher
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Rocky DePauw
Samples
Tiger
Ken Doughty
Belleville
Joe Jines
Todd Grounds
Connie
Price
East
Carterville