Because the players are truly student-athletes who eloquently state that they have chosen their schools for an education, their athletic exploits are often ignored and criticized.

But Melissa went on to become an outstanding student, a third grader who eloquently states her opinions on everything from the injustice of apartheid to the appalling lack of soap in the school bathrooms.

Gibbon eloquently states the majority view:

Then, on a broad, bipartisan basis the committee adopted a report which eloquently states the constitutional standard for use by the House of Representatives of its impeachment power.

George was outspoken in his beliefs, eloquently stating his positions.

When his illness was diagnosed as Alzheimer's, Ronald Reagan eloquently stated that he would "continue to share life's journey with my beloved Nancy and my family."

To the Editor: Former President Bill Clinton eloquently states the need to expand AIDS prevention and treatment programs that work (Op-Ed, Dec. 1).

Nevertheless, David Scott, Ford's vice president of public affairs, said Monday: "Mr. Petersen eloquently stated his reasons for wanting to retire after 40 years with the company.

Who better to eloquently state the urgency of the problem?

Nick Price, eloquently and forcefully stating his case for designation as the best golfer on the planet, wrapped one hand around the P.G.A. Championship today.