Nance a two sport star dead at 49
Jim Nance, famed for rushing for 45 touchdowns and catching 133 passes for 870 yards, died at 49. A sixth on the Patriots all time scoring list, his career was derailed by an ankle injury in 1968. He later played for the Eagles Jets and two World Football League seasons. His dedication to family and community drew praise from teammates and Patriots staff. Funeral services are planned in Indiana Pennsylvania with burial at Oakland Cemetery.
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Messier named NHL MVP in Hart Trophy win
Mark Messier, captain of the New York Rangers, accepted the Hart Memorial Trophy at the league awards. He praised his season, warned opponents he can do better, and said New York’s team has the ingredients for a championship run with the Stanley Cup within reach. Gretzky also received the Lady Byng Trophy.
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Faldo Eyes Open Crown After Strong Form and Practice
Faldo, confident and relaxed after a practice session, asserts his swing is fine tuning and ready for the Open. He notes the course demands precise strategy with chipping and putting and says the Open is a priority after wins in the Masters and British Open and a recent Irish Open success.
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Boxing Dreams Die in Olympic Trials Controversy
Christodoulou, a Syracuse fighter, loses a disputed selection for the U S Olympic boxing team to Patrice Brooks of St Louis after a 4-1 committee vote. Brooks, despite a first round loss, earns the right to face de la Hoya. experts criticize the ballot method and lack of international resumes. Christodoulou laments unfair scoring while Harrison and Byrd defend the process. Brooks prepares for Phoenix while Christodoulou contemplates turning pro or quitting.
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