SURFING THE NET; REBOUNDING IN FOOTBALL? PROWLERS' ARCHANGEL BEST.(SPORTS)

From: The News & Record (Piedmont Triad, NC) | Date: May 2, 2003| Author: | Copyright information

Byline: LARRY KEECH Staff Writer

GREENSBORO -- Never known for his ability as an outfielder, Ted Williams used his two-plus decades at Fenway Park to develop one fielding skill better than anyone else.

Old-timers will attest that no left fielder played balls hit off the wall known as the "Green Monster" as reliably as Williams. He wrote the book on turning doubles into singles at Fenway.

During every arena football game, a similar skill comes into play - the only significant one that distinguishes it from the 11-man, 100-yard, outdoor version.

"The arena teams ...

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