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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1983
Page
23
The Empire State Games ended with a disputed open men’s basketball final as Central, New York City, and Adirondack fought for two gold medal berths in a tiebreaker showdown. Officials faced fuzzy rules and divergent interpretations as the saga wrapped up.
The three team race caused chaos as NYC Central and Adirondack battled unclear rules for placement. Officials debated methods and a proposed mini-tournament to decide a winner, while players and coaches protested the process and performances suffered.
Syracuse left fielder Al Woods led off the second with a single and scored in an eventual 5-2 win over Pawtucket. Woods, who had struggled earlier after being cut by Oakland and traded from Toronto, added a run via a groundout and doubled in the seventh, sparking a turnaround for Beauchamp’s Chiefs. A sharp diving catch by Woods in right-center helped preserve the lead and boost his momentum.
Empire State Games director Mike Abernethy praised Syracuse fans despite bad weather and said overall support was strong. Attendance figures are pending, with a potential move to Buffalo debated. He expects a final 1984 site decision by September based on his recommendation.
Arnie Burdick is appointed Executive Sports Editor. The announcement lists Burdick and provides contact details, noting the Monday date of August 15, 1983.
Herkimer native Wayne Levi, who avoids heavy practice, surged from three behind to win the Buick Open by one stroke in Grand Blanc. Levi finished 16 under 272, earning $63,000 and a year's use of a new car, extending his tour-earnings to $787,174 and boosting his 1983 status toward a 1984 Players exemption. Calvin Peete finished second, Tsao Aoki third, as Levi matched a career highlight with his sixth Tour victory.
The Louisville Redbirds drew near a million in gate receipts as owner A. Ray Smith touts a Disneyland approach with clean facilities low ticket prices and a strong concessions program. Concessions may add close to 1 million on a 5 million gross while last season netted 300,900. Domestic family crowds and a nine-game winning pace boost regional interest amid record attendance figures.
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