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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1979
Page
9
Sportsscope notes Jeff Torborg's firing by the Cleveland Indians amid a brief revival and Lemon hire. The writer argues management change often spurs short term success, praises Torborg's image and press role, and laments the move. Also covers Cousineau cash offer and a recap of the All Star game jinx with NL dominance.
Glenn Apple, longtime Ohio public links ace and math professor, is among 225 players in the Ohio Public Golfer Association Championship at Kittyhawk Golf Club. He aims for a fourth straight par 72 over the Eagle and Hawk layouts as contenders chase Chuck Smith’s title, with Apple touting mental focus and improved form after a quieter spring. Chuck Wagner predicts a 288 total to win, noting tough conditions after rain.
At Lake Placid, Dr. Robert Arnot reports sports medicine advances that measure blood acidity to pace training, aiming to raise endurance without overtraining for Olympic gold. East German programs cited as a benchmark, with emphasis on avoiding injuries while maximizing muscle output and recovery.
Leo Durocher praised Willie Mays as the best player of his era during a visit to Cooperstown for Mays Hall of Fame consideration. The dialogue contrasts Ruth and Mays, with Durocher recalling spring training tales and Mays’ loyalty and generosity toward his manager.
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