Bill Rodgers

•John Campana, guard for the Bucknell football team, when asked about superstitions: "I don't like to jump from tall buildings before big games."

•Jimmy Demaret, after golfing with Bob Hope: "Bob has a beautiful short game. Unfortunately, it's off the tee."

BOSTON MARATHONERSSir:I appreciated your article on the Boston Marathon (Downhill Racer, April 23). It is indeed the most prestigious footrace in America today, and your coverage of Bill Rodgers' victory was superb.

An army of the afternoon of more than 8,000 runners will be heading for the Pru in the Boston Marathon. Kenny Moore tells who gets the laurel, as Bill Rodgers defends his championship against all comers, including an...