The Virginian-Pilot
                             THE VIRGINIAN-PILOT 
              Copyright (c) 1996, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: Wednesday, September 4, 1996          TAG: 9609040003
SECTION: FRONT                   PAGE: A10  EDITION: FINAL 
TYPE: Letter 
                                            LENGTH:   17 lines

GAMBLING CLINICS

Congratulations to Norfolk School Superintendent Roy Nichols and Norfolk athletic director Bert Harrel on their idea (``Gambling clinics set for Norfolk coaches, athletes,'' Sports, Aug. 7).

Children should be aware of the dangers of getting involved in gambling; it could destroy their lives and any chance of having a successful future.

We all know about the dangers of alcohol and drugs, but little about compulsive gambling. I am certain that this program will help our youth.

GERALD H. STEIN

Virginia Beach, Aug. 28, 1996 by CNB