Evert Wins Akron Open on $18,000 Pro Earnings
Chris Evert, 18, from Ft. Lauderdale, claimed the Akron Tennis Open title, earning $6,000 and boosting her pro total past $18,000 since turning pro last December. She defeated Olga Morozova 6-3 6-4 in straight sets, with Morozova taking runner-up prize of $3,000.
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Indians Introduce Hendrick and Duncan in 7-4 Exhibition Win
In Tucson, Cleveland debuts center fielder George Hendrick and catcher Dave Duncan with strong showings in a 7-4 victory over the Giants. Hendrick triple hits, Duncan drives and behind the plate earns praise. both ex-A’s players aim to start opener April 7 as Oscar Gamble anchors right field.
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Duncan looks for fun again after trade to Cleveland
Dave Duncan, traded Saturday from Oakland to Cleveland, says he learned from A's owner Charlie Finley that he wants to be treated as a human being with an identity of his own. He cites contract problems and a philosophy clash as widening the gap, adding he had lost his taste for the game but now expects it to be fun again.
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Yankees Fans Hope New Murderers Row Spark Spring Runs
The Yankees powered 16 hits in a 10-2 exhibition win over the Orioles as a rejuvenated Murderers Row lineup led by Berne Allen Roy White Marty Alou and Graig Nettles produced multiple hits and RBIs. Doyle Alexander suffered with nine hits and seven runs allowed in 12 1/3 innings.
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Knight contract extended before Hoosiers semifinal loss
Indiana coach Bobby Knight secured a five year extension just hours before Indiana fell to UCLA in the NCAA semifinals. The recap covers the contract news alongside other college and pro basketball notes, plus trades and honors from St Louis and Cincinnati.
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Ohio cage classic features 32 teams at Walsh High School
The All-American Cage Classic sponsored by the Akron Optimist Club and Pepsi Cola Bottling Co. runs April 23 to 29 at Walsh High School with 32 teams including Ohio State players and top entries from Kent State Akron Pittsburgh and Duquesne along with notable high school talent from Cleveland Warren Youngstown Canton and Summit County. Contact Eric Fogle for details.
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