Shartzer Struggles With Injured Finger In Hopes To Aid Salukis
Southern Illinois University outfielder Steve Shartzer fights through a sore throwing finger saying he would miss the district if not ready and waits for the World Series. Senior Gerry Leddin, hitting .273 in 33 plate appearances, has replaced him in left field as Saluki hosts a Thursday through Saturday affair.
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SIU Outfielder Shartzer Waits for World Series
Saluki outfielder Steve Shartzer, sidelined by a fractured right middle finger, aims to play in the district meet if doctors and coach Jones clear him, with the World Series set for Omaha June 8-14. He batted .339 in 36 games, has 27 RBIs, 42 hits, and 10 steals. He expects to improve batting selectivity and refine outfield reads with experience. He will also play in the Shenandoah Valley League this summer with Robin Derry.
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Benton Bowl Classic leads and recruits boost season
Jerry Bates tops Benton Bowl Classic after four weeks with 1,339 as 405 contestants bowled weekend games. Cal Smith and Leonard Frazier follow, while Western Illinois University signs Chuck Mennecke for 1973-74 basketball amid praise from coach Ernie Kivisto.
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Salukis Aim to Start Fast in NCAA District Four Opener
SIU baseballers Doboney or Campbell likely to oppose Marshall in the 1 p.m. Thursday game at Abe Martin Field. The Salukis, winners of district titles in 1968 1969 and 1971, rely on a strong first inning to gain early leads and set the tone for the tournament.
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SIU relies on deep pitching for NCAA run
SIU coach Itchy Jones asserts seven pitchers are ready to start or relieve for District Four. Rick Ware and Scott Walternate slated to open vs Marshall, with the staff balanced by two lefties Ware and Derry and five righties. The Salukis emphasize bullpen depth and complete games as they head into tournament play.
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Zeigler and Oilers win in Memorial Day tournament
Zeigler defeats West Frankfort 8 to 5 as they advance to the semifinals. Oilers beat Shelton Construction 7 to 1 with Gary Endres fanning 16 and No No hitter bid spoiled by Stan Serati with a fourth inning homer.
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SIU tickets move briskly for NCAA District Four tourney
SIU athletic ticket office manager Neema Kinney reports strong advance sales for the NCAA District Four tournament to run Thursday through Saturday. About 100 to 150 student passes have been sold at the Arena window, with ticket office hours Tuesday and Wednesday 1 to 4 30 p.m. Student sessions cost 50 cents and adults 1. Tickets also available at the University Center Information Desk. no seats are reserved at Abe Martin Field.
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SIU Hosts NCAA District Four Baseball Tourney
Salukis, Minnesota, Marshall vie for region title at Abe Martin Field Carbondale as coach Itchy Jones promotes fan turnout and hopes for a strong gate. Jones notes district relations, adds NCAA rules require admissions, and touts the park as welcoming to fans.
Marion advances in baseball sectional with 3 2 win over Cairo
Marion Wildcats beat Cairo 3 to 2 at Carbondale advancing to a regional semifinal against Belleville West. Rex Shoot and Robin Pauls pitched, Pauls fanned the final batter after a hit batsman and walk. Murphysboro Mt. Vernon and Belleville West also advanced in the sectional setup with first round games scheduled Tuesday and Wednesday at Ward Stollar Field.
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