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  1. Robert Clay 'Bob' Allen

    Monday Nov 9 | Marion Star

    ... at the same time pastoring Advent Christian Churches in Ohio at Claibourne, Stantontown, Mt. Liberty, Seville and Sparta, retiring in 2002. He continued to serve as Senior Pastor or Pastor Emeritus of the Sparta church until his death. Bob was known ...

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  2. Indians hire Belcher as new pitching coachRead the original story

    Sunday Nov 8 | Daily-Jeff.com

    ... opportunities in the past, but couldn't resist the chance to accept one about a 90-minute drive from his home in Sparta, Ohio. He's got his work cut with Cleveland's pitching staff. The Indians' 5.06 ERA was the second-highest in the AL, while ...

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  3. Fighting Tigers level Highland, 36-0 | SundayRead the original story

    Nov 7, 2009 | Ironton Tribune

    ... Saturday night, he had no reason to change. Ironton stuck with its usual ground game and pounded its way past the Sparta Highland Fighting Scots 36-0 in the Division IV Region 15 quarterfinals at Tanks Memorial Stadium. "I thought we had a big size ...

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  4. Indians Hires Belcher As Pitching CoachRead the original story

    Nov 7, 2009 | News Channel 11

    ... opportunities in the past, but couldn't resist the chance to accept one about a 90-minute drive from his home in Sparta, Ohio. He's got his work cut with Cleveland's pitching staff. The Indians' 5.06 ERA was the second-highest in the AL, while ...

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  5. Insider to coach pitchersRead the original story

    Nov 7, 2009 | Akron Beacon Journal

    ... one of those. I think that's more of a media thing or maybe some coaches [who think they are].'' Belcher was born in Sparta, Ohio, and began his 14-year major-league career with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1987. He posted a career record of 146-140 ...

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  6. Highland back on track after slow startRead the original story

    Nov 7, 2009 | Marion Star

    SPARTA - Highland's football team had a choice of direction early in the 2009 season and standout running back Justin Staton helped the Scots take the correct one.

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  7. New pitching coach Tim Belcher is challenged but undauntedRead the original story w/Photo

    Nov 6, 2009 | West Side Sun

    ... talking about a lot of guys," said Shapiro. "Manny said, 'You've got the guy right here.' " Belcher, who grew up in Sparta, Ohio, felt the circumstances were right for him to take the job. "I've always wanted to do this," he said. "They'll never be ...

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  8. Indians insider to coach pitchersRead the original story

    Nov 6, 2009 | Local Breaking News

    ... one of those. I think that's more of a media thing or maybe some coaches [who think they are].'' Belcher was born in Sparta, Ohio, and began his 14-year major-league career with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1987. He posted a career record of 146-140 ...

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  9. Indians Name Tim Belcher Pitching CoachRead the original story w/Photo

    Nov 6, 2009 | WOIO

    ... tenure and at various points served as interim pitching coach at each level (AAA, AA, A) of the Indians system. The Sparta, Ohio native compiled a major league pitching record of 146-140 with a 4.16 ERA over a 14-year career from 1987-2000 with ...

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  10. Cleveland Indians name Tim Belcher pitching coachRead the original story

    Nov 6, 2009 | ESPN

    ... evaluator and scout. He has served as an interim pitching coach at each level of the team's minor league system. A Sparta, Ohio native, Belcher started his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers , winning Game 4 of the 1988 World Series, and led the ...

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  11. Indians tab Belcher as pitching coachRead the original story

    Nov 6, 2009 | Major League Baseball

    ... Those roles followed a big league career that lasted 14 seasons before Belcher retired following the 2000 season. A Sparta, Ohio, native and former All-American pitcher at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Belcher was a top overall Draft pick before ...

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  12. Cleveland Indians name Tim Belcher pitching coach for new manager Manny ActaRead the original story w/Photo

    Nov 6, 2009 | West Side Sun

    ... along with manager Eric Wedge and the rest of his coaching staff on Sept. 30. In 14 big-league seasons, the native of Sparta, Ohio, went 146-140 with 4.16 ERA. Belcher pitched with seven big league teams, winning 10 or more games in nine seasons. As ...

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  13. Indians assistant Belcher named pitching coachRead the original story

    Nov 6, 2009 | WLS

    ... evaluator and scout. He has served as an interim pitching coach at each level of the team's minor league system. A Sparta, Ohio native, Belcher started his career with the Los Angeles Dodgers , winning Game 4 of the 1988 World Series, and led the ...

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  14. Tribe names Belcher pitching coachRead the original story

    Nov 6, 2009 | WMMS-FM Independence

    ... tenure and at various points served as interim pitching coach at each level (AAA, AA, A) of the Indians system. The Sparta, Ohio native compiled a major league pitching record of 146-140 with a 4.16 ERA over a 14-year career from 1987-2000 with ...

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  15. Bob Hunter commentary: RumblingsRead the original story

    Nov 6, 2009 | Columbus Dispatch

    Tim Belcher fans -- and there are plenty in central Ohio -- will be glad to hear that sources say the Sparta resident will be named pitching coach of the Cleveland Indians today.

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  16. Playoff Tickets on saleRead the original story

    Nov 4, 2009 | Mount Vernon News

    ... There will be a charge for parking, and the main lot near the high school will be reserved for Caldwell. SPARTA - Pre-sale tickets for the Highland playoff football game at Ironton on Saturday at 7 p.m. are on sale in the high school office from ...

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  17. Mirror Image | WednesdayRead the original story

    Nov 4, 2009 | Ironton Tribune

    The only way to distinguish the Ironton Fighting Tigers from the Sparta Highland Fighting Scots will be by the color of their uniforms.

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  18. Final week to determine playoffs | WednesdayRead the original story

    Oct 28, 2009 | Ironton Tribune

    ... four teams from places 2-to-5 lose. Coshocton will clinch a playoff spot with a win as will Columbus Bishop Hartley. Sparta Highland, Zane Trace, Alexander, and Portsmouth round out the top 10 teams. Only the top eight qualify for the playoffs. On a ...

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  19. Eagles swat Yellow Jackets, 28-0Read the original story

    Oct 23, 2009 | Mount Vernon News

    ... Mount Vernon will conclude the season at home, hosting New Albany on Friday at 7 p.m. Highland 65, Ridgedale 0 SPARTA - Highland scored nearly at will in its Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference game against winless Ridgedale on Friday, chalking up 463 ...

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  20. Staton carries the load for HighlandRead the original story

    Oct 1, 2009 | Marion Star

    SPARTA - Justin Staton will more than likely carry the ball 25 times Friday when his Highland Scots host Elgin in Mid Ohio Athletic Conference action.

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