Celtics win 13th NBA title in 20 years
The Boston Celtics claim the 1976 NBA championship by defeating the Phoenix Suns 87 to 80. Coach Tom Heinsohn lauded a total team effort after clinching the title as the franchise extends its record of championships to 13 in the past two decades.
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Wellington coach Currier resigns to join Elyria Catholic staff
Steve Currier, 24, resigns as Wellington High School head basketball coach after two years with a 9-27 record to take a position on the Elyria Catholic staff, where he will coach jayvee basketball and teach health and physical education. He cites a step up under Bob Guinta and plans to relocate toward Elyria.
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Celtics rally behind Scott in NBA title clincher
Charlie Scott scored 25 points after fouling out of five earlier games to lift Boston past Phoenix 1981 NBA final. JoJo White and Alvan Adams led their teams, Adams noting Bill Cowens’ rebounding impact as Boston focused on defense and pace through 48 minutes.
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Indians Lose Two With Boog Powell Hurt In Chicago
Cleveland fell 3-2 and 5-0 in Chicago as Boog Powell strained a thigh and was sidelined for at least a couple of games. Manager Frank Robinson argued with umpires, was ejected in the second game, and Chicago’s defense helped the White Sox win the nightcap. The Indians stranded 10 in the opener and fell short despite a seventh inning rally.
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Fog Delays Lorain County Four Man Scramble Winners Named
Heavy morning fog delayed the Lorain County District Golf Association A and C Four Man Scramble at Thunder Bird Hills. Scot Morrison Lynn Pagel Brian Dustin and Jim Bailesky won Class AAA with a 17 under par score. Dave Sito Bob Koviak Tony Trupp and Brad Barton led Class AA at 12 under. Pat Flyn Paul Lopes Okey Bennett and Dale Rutar won Single A at 10 under. Phil Soffia Sonny Argenti Ralph Pamirez and Earnie Orozco captured Class B at 10 under. Ed Thompson Bill Batlesky Jerry Pearlman and Tom Davis took Class C at seven under. Upcoming LC DGA events include Elyria City Amateur at Pheasant Row and Lorain City Amateur at Emerald Valley on June 20.
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