25th reunion of Tucson softball greats at Cactus Room
Regis McAuley notes a 2 p.m. gathering of area old timers from the Halls and Kruegers in Tucson. Former stars spar and swap memories of Santa Rita Park days and epic games, with names like Sparrow Major Hoople Lefty and Goofy recalled.
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Cactus Room
E. 22Nd and
Plumer
Lefty
Lico
Santa Rita Park
Bob Hart
Sparrow
John “Major Hoople” Aguirre
Raul
Lefty” Quiroz
Hall
Fred “Lico" Riespo
Mike “Goofy” Quihuis
Gil Ruelas
Krueger
Babe Hall
Leo Krueger
Hart
University of Arizona
Kruegers
Tucson
Goofy
Scoringboard Highlights From Yesterday's Major Leagues
A jumble of games shows Minnesota defeating Boston six to four while Oakland tops Toronto eight to four. Chicago and Milwaukee posted draws, with Cleveland, Baltimore and Philadelphia among teams in tight late results as the circuit shifts through midseason.
Evans leaves UA to enroll at Phoenix College then ASU transfer
Dwayne Evans Olympic bronze medalist in 200 meters will not return to the University of Arizona this fall. He plans to attend Phoenix College for the year and transfer to Arizona State University next year to preserve NCAA eligibility. He did not preregister at UA and may run AAU meets instead of college track.
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Mason leaders Arizona practice focuses on kicking game
University of Arizona coach Tony Mason directed an afternoon workout centered on kicking. The Wildcats practiced punting from various spots, after-safety kicks and field goals, with Lee Pistor delivering a 56 yard field goal to end the session.
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University of Arizona
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UA linebackers show promise for future season
UA linebacking corps gains depth as freshmen impress under coach Shaw while seniors Yena and Ingraham contend for spots. Yena briefly out with injury. newcomers Gardella Housley Flournoy Blackwell Roby shine in scrimmages amid notes on Nelson Creviston and upcoming events.
Sports Calendar Today in Tucson
Various events listed for Tucson with teams and times including Salt Lake City vs Tucson at Hi Corbett Field and multiple pro and amateur games across basketball football golf and soccer. Local radio and TV channels KTUC Channel 1400 KFMM FM 99.5 Channel 3 Channel 9 Channel 11 provide coverage.
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Catalina High School
Corona Speedway
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KTUC
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Taiwan
el Cajon
Calif
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California
Detroit
Kfmm-Fm
Pittsburgh
New England
McRae Leads Royals to 3-2 Victory Over Orioles
Hal McRae sparked the Kansas City win in Baltimore as the Royals extended their AL West lead with a 3-2 edging of the Orioles. McRae, also known for his hitting, threw out Mark Belanger at the plate and helped preserve the lead as KC posted their 10th straight win.
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Football Fans Night Helps Tucson Youth At UA Stadium
The Tucson YMCA started Football Fans Night in the 1950s with C S Hawkins and Jim LaRue and now hosts a large program for Tucson-area youths. The Knothole Club begins its 47th year for UA home games with $1 memberships and $1 game tickets, while season tickets and the San Diego State opener tickets go on sale September 6 at YMCA branches and the UA ticket office.
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Chick) Hawkins
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