Relive the history, tradition and memories of Rosenblatt Stadium in The World-Herald's commemorative book, Rosenblatt Stadium: Omaha's Diamond on the Hill, with more than 300 pages of stories and photos about the renowned stadium.
June 13, 1969 - June 20, 1969 • Rosenblatt Stadium, Omaha, Nebraska • Attendance: 63,265
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Larry Gura, a senior right-hander, earned his 19th win with a 10-1 title-game victory against Tulsa, moving his record to 2-1 with a save in the series. Gura suffered just two losses on the year.
Arizona State battle back from a first-game defeat. The Sun Devils won their third title (1965, 1967), boosting their mark to 56-11 for the season.
John Dolinsek, Arizona State
The ASU junior, winner of all but two votes for the award, collected three hits and scored three times in the title bout.
Dolinsek, a left fielder, also tallied a series-leading .476 batting average, six RBIs and two homers.
ASU placed five of 10 selections on the all-tournament team.
All-Tournament Team
Steve Caves, Tulsa, 1b
Lou Bagwell, Texas, 2b, Jr.
Les Rogers, Tulsa, 3b
Roger Detter, Arizona St., ss, , Sr.
John Dolinsek, Arizona St., of, Jr.
Paul Powell, Arizona St., of, Jr.
Jim Cardasis, New York U., of, Sr.
Billy Cotton, Arizona St., c, Jr.
Larry Gura, Arizona St., p, Sr.
Burt Hooton, Texas, p, Fr.
