July 16, 2004

2 Football Players Are Among 4 U.S. Air Force Academy Cadets Accused of Using Steroids

By WELCH SUGGS

Four cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy, including two football players and a former cheerleader, have been charged with steroid use and possession.

The four face courts-martial and could be dismissed from the academy and the Air Force, according to a news release.

Overton R. Spence Jr., a linebacker, and Matthew R. Ward, a running back, have been kicked off the team.

Jonathon S. Belkowitz, the cheerleader, and Eric M. Swartz, a student unaffiliated with any athletic

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