Pirates call on Blass today in pennant bid
Pirates name Steve Blass to start decisive game as they lead Giants two games to one. Bob Robertson praises tired Giants pitching while Richie Hebner and Bob Johnson provide key hits. Willie Stargell struggles but teammates hope for a spark.
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Big Ten rivals meet big game at Michigan
Michigan trains in secrecy ahead of the big cross state clash with Michigan State as coaches preview the key matchups. Duffy Daugherty aims to disrupt Michigan while Bo Schembechler guards his quarterback reveal and Michigan’s defense faces questions.
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Bowling TWI Lite League High Scores
Team series led by Worley 2677 and Bank 2664 with team game highs of 947 by Bank and 933 by Worley. Individual leaders include Joe Richards 588 in series and 225 in a game, C Berkhoff 583, J Wallace 224.
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Des Moines Board Eases THSAA Beer Rule Penalty
The Des Moines school board voted to give a hearing before action for youths accused under the THSAA beer rule and recommended letting local boards decide probation or temporary ineligibility. The rule, currently suspended pending THSAA Supreme Court action, covers possession or even riding in a car with beer. The board’s recommendation will be forwarded to other Iowa boards.
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Hawkeyes Drill Defense Ahead of Northwestern Homecoming
Iowa City reports say the Iowa Hawkeyes held a heavy defensive workout Tuesday focusing on secondary drills. Coach Frank Lauterbur praised Northwestern as the season’s best defensive opponent after their win over Wisconsin, noting a quick secondary and near perfect defensive phases. No lineup changes were announced after Monday’s overhaul.
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Orioles Ready for World Series After Clinching Playoffs
Baltimore's 53 victory over Oakland capped a three game sweep in the AL playoffs as Boog Powell's wrist concerns lingered. Earl Weaver praised his four game winners and weighed a neutral stance on facing the Giants or Pirates while eyeing crowd size for Series shares. Sal Bando and Reggie Jackson homered for Oakland, with Brooks Robinson delivering a key two run single after a bold Williams call.
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