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Friday, 11 November 2005 |
Former American football star Steve Courson dies
Former American football star Steve Courson has died after a tree that
he was cutting down fell on him. Steve Courson, 50, a Super Bowl winner
with Pittsburgh in 1978 and 1979, was killed at his home in
Pennsylvania.
Steve Courson played for the Steelers as an offensive lineman from 1978-1983 and then had two seasons with Tampa Bay.
An admitted user of steroid drugs, he testified before the US Federal
Government reform committee earlier this year on the dangers of their
use and after retiring in 1985, Steve Courson said steroids had caused
him serious health problems, including a heart condition.
Since he retired, Steve Courson had lectured in schools about the dangers of steroid abuse.
In a statement, the Steelers said: "We will remember Steve for his many
on-field contributions to our football club as well as for the caring
person he was away from the game.
"Steve Courson will remain in our prayers and will be missed by everyone who knew him."
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