Sky Sports darts commentator Dave Lanning has died at the age of 78 after a short illness. Lanning called the first nine-dart finish to be televised, achieved by John Lowe in 1984, and was also a widely-respected speedway broadcaster and national newspaper contributor.He was one of the Sky Sports commentary team that broadcast the first PDC World Darts Championship in 1994 and remained a mainstay in the booth until his retirement in 2011 alongside the likes of John Gwynne and the legendary Sid Waddell, who died in 2012.Sky Sports managing director Barney Francis said: Everyone at Sky Sports is saddened by the news of Daves passing.He was a wonderful man whose commentaries enthralled our viewers, many of whom will remember his entertaining double act on the darts with Sid Waddell. On behalf of everyone at Sky Sports, I would like to send our deepest condolences to Daves family and friends.Lanning leaves behind Leona, his wife of 57 years, three children - Alyson, Russell and Philip - and a number of grandchildren.Dave was one of the pioneers of televised darts and his dulcet tones entertained us for over 30 years, said PDC chairman Barry Hearn. He gave us so many great memories with eloquence and style behind the microphone. He is now reunited with his old sparring partner Sid Waddell, and they can share a drink together again tonight. Also See: On Sky TV Schedule/Results Features Get Sky Sports Raphael Guerreiro Jersey . After Martin Skrtel put the Reds in front from close range at Stamford Bridge after only four minutes, Hazard hit back in the 17th with a superb strike. Etoo gave Jose Mourinhos team a decisive lead from Oscars back pass in the 34th. Andre Schurrle Jersey . The return match will take place next Wednesday. Udinese leads Fiorentina 2-1 in the other semifinal. Napoli staged a second-half comeback from two goals down after Gervinhos opener and a stunning strike from Kevin Strootman. http://www.footballdortmundpro.com/Kids-Blank-Jersey/ . Klitschkos management company says the bout will be the Ukrainian fighters 25th world championship fight. The 1.83-meter (6-foot) Leapai defeated the previously unbeaten Denis Boytsov in November to become the WBOs mandatory challenger. Achraf Hakimi Jersey . It says Pocklingtons lawyer filed the appeal Friday in a California court. CTV Edmonton also says Pocklington gave a $100,000 cash deposit as part of the conditions of his bail, and that he will be out on bail until his appeal is heard. Sergio Gomez Jersey . On Tuesday, Ottawa placed forward Cory Conacher and defenceman Joe Corvo on waivers as trade rumours swirl around the Senators. Texas A&M will be without star defensive end Myles Garrett on Saturday vs. South Carolina.One of the top defensive ends in the country, Garrett suffered a lower left leg injury in the Aggies win against?Arkansas on Sept. 24. Garrett did not make the trip to Columbia, South Carolina, according to ESPNs Olivia Harlan.Garrett, a junior, is one of four Texas A&M starters who will be missing against the Gamecocks. Wide receivers?Ricky Seals-Jones and Speedy Noil are out, accordiing to Harlan, and offensive tackle Jermaine Eluemunor?did not make the trip, according to the Houston Chronicle.ddddddddddddarrett leads the team with three sacks and five tackles for loss.South Carolina will be missing starting wide receiver Deebo Samuel and freshman receiver Randrecous Davis because of hamstring injuries, according to Harlan. Cheap Jerseys China NFL Jerseys China NFL Jerseys Wholesale Discount Basketball Jerseys Cheap NHL Jerseys Authentic Cheap Baseball Jerseys Free Shipping Cheapest College Jerseys Sale Cheap Football Jerseys China Nike NFL Jerseys Canada Wholesale NHL Jerseys From China MLB Jerseys Outlet Canada Wholesale NBA Jerseys Canada Store Cheap Soccer Jerseys China Cheap Authentic Jerseys Canada ' ' '