Brundage dies at 87 legacy in Olympic politics ends
Avery Brundage, longtime IOC president and advocate for amateur sport, died of heart failure in a German hospital at 87. Born in Detroit in 1887, he rose from poverty in Chicago to lead the IOC for two decades, resigning in 1972, and spent his later years at a Bavarian vacation home with Princess Mariann von Reuss, whom he married in 1973.
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Ridgeville Edges Midview In Comeback Win
Ridgeville defeated Midview 3-1 as Chuck Seasor stole home in the fifth to break a 1-0 tie. Seasor scored on a double steal with George Simkovich taking third, aided by a dropped ball at home that allowed Simkovich to score.
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South Minors Sign Up Tomorrow at Little League South
The final Minor League sign up for Little League South is scheduled for tomorrow from 1 to 4 p.m. for boys and girls ages eight through 12 at Little League South Field behind Elyria City. Volunteers including coaches umpires and staff are still needed. Separately Rangers beat writers note catcher Don Dennis went 3 for 3 and drove in the lone Ranger run.
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Brundage remembered as a champion of amateurism
The obituary recalls Avery Brundage, longtime IOC president. He defended pure amateurism against commercial pressures and political tides, arguing the Games must remain above politics, greed, and national pride. Critics branded him rigid, yet his stance helped preserve Olympic dignity and unity amid turmoil.
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Bommer sets Avon K mark in Inland win over South Amherst
Avon pitcher Bommer struck out 18 to break Avon K record as the Eagles defeated South Amherst 10 to 1 in Inland Conference play. George Bike and South Amherst each had 2 RBIs, while Stanely had two hits and Erbe and Healy contributed for Avon. The game featured multiple errors and miscues, with Gray and Bommer sharing pitching duties as Avon improved to 10-4-2 in league play.
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Northfield Racing News Card Recap
Daily doubles and perfectas populate Northfield Raceway results with numerous horses and payouts. Notable performers include Kimmy Wick, Moonlight Sort, Sherri's Echo, Miss Winmaker, Tuffy Baron, Qui Chip, and Princess Mini among others, with exacting show and win prices and overall mutuel take of 211,961 and attendance at 3,687. Names like Pansy Knight, Aerostar Hanover, and Baron Von appear among a long list of entrants.
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Firelands routs Raiders in 12-3 win
Firelands defeated Columbia 12-3 as Steve Holovacs drove in six runs with a homer and double and scored three times. Rick Kniesel pitched effectively, allowing only three hits for the Falcons.
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Columbia Road Race Gathers 100 Entrants Tomorrow
Jim Stanley of Euclid notable after sixth at Boston Marathon leads Cleveland area runners in the third annual Columbia Road Race set to start at 10 a.m. at Columbia High School. The event features a three mile race with men and women divisions plus age groups and a 10 mile open race with age groups. Defending 10 mile champion is Virgil Yehnert of Akron, 41. Last year’s three mile winners were Harry Hill and Patt Buckeye. Felix Rendina heads entrants. Richard Bredenbeck and Jack Wilhelm’s Lorain County Roadrunners expected. Water stops at 1, 3, 5, 7 miles. meals after. Thirty-eight trophies for both races. finishers receive ribbons. Arkansas State center Dan Henderson noted at 6-8.
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Pinebrook Handi Toppers Beat Creek Ballers 14-6
In Elyria area golf leagues Pinebrook Handi Toppers defeated Creek Ballers 14 to 6 with low scores credited to Ken Oswald of Milk Dubbs. Ken Oswald Sr. earned closest-to-win and George Deimling posted a high gross 78 while Clyde Horton had the most pars. Jem Hoover earned a $5 best poker hand.
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Chicago Triumphs Over Golden State In West Finals
In the NBA Western Conference finals Chicago defeated Golden State 89 to 79 to take a lead in the best of seven series. The article notes upcoming games in the Eastern Conference with Washington leading Boston and mentions Buffalo and New York Islanders in hockey action.
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