Sneva Penske talk dominates Phoenix race weekend reports
A trip to Phoenix for USAC season finale highlighted chatter over the Penske Sneva split and potential team changes. Johnny Rutherford won the 150 mile champcar race with A J Foyt close behind, while Tom Sneva finished 16th as Penske swapped a turbocharger. Mini-Indy action saw Kevin Cogan edge Dennis Firestone in a 63 lap race, as local awards and racing figures from Lorain and Vermilion were noted for year end honors.
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Willis Reed Under Fire As Knicks Fall In Denver
The Knicks lost 116-109 at Denver ending a six game road trip with four losses. Willis Reed faced criticism as fans questioned his direction this rugged season. Denver built a 64-34 halftime lead behind George McGinnis and six players in double figures as Atlanta defeated San Diego 125-101 in the other NBA game.
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Heights Knights crown ninth grade champions with 31 0 win
Eastern Heights finished 7 0 for the season beating Jefferson 31 0 to claim the city public school ninth grade football title. The Knights extended undefeated runs to three seasons, outscoring opponents 123 0. Todd Haddox Mark Sioux and Tony DeJesus starred on offense while DeJesus and Ed Bedocs led the defense with double digit tackles.
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Tony DeJesus
Todd Haddox
Barney Raye
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Lowery Leads Area Women With 595 in Ding A Ling League
Pat Lowery top scored with a 595 series and games of 190 192 and 213 at Center Ridge in the Ding A Lings League. Jane Kinter had 587 including a 248 high in Swinging Strikers at Center Ridge. Lena Cheesman 576 with 219 high, and Norma Thome 571 in A M Ladies. Top five also list Mary Kuhns and Pat Rares.
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Earl Kelly
E Rey Grotto
Pat Lowery
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Jane Kinter
Lena Cheesman
Norma Thome
A.M
Mary Kuhns
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