Wahlberg slims down for boxing role2007-03-25 · The Boston Globe (via NewsStand.com)
Yes Mark Wahlberg looks leaner than usual but it’s not because he’s developed an eating disorder. The Dorchester native’s already in training to play boxer ‘‘Irish’’ Micky Ward. ‘‘I want to do it right ’’ the ‘‘Shooter’’ star told us. Announced a few months back the boxer biopic will costar Matt Damon as Ward’s trainer and half-brother Dick Ecklund. Wahlberg a major fight fan has been trying…
Phelps Leinart among final ten for top amateur honors2005-03-07 · KESQ Palm Springs Sports
LAKE BUENA VISTA Fla. Olympic swimming sensation Michael Phelps and Southern Cal Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Matt Leinart are among the ten finalist for the Sullivan Award that goes to the nation's top amateur athlete. Among those joining them are Olympic gymnastic champions Carly Patterson and Paul Hamm (HAHM) swimmer Natalie Coughlin wrestler Cael Sanderson and boxing's Andre Ward.…