Rob Acampora
Jersey’s Olympic Wrestler Enjoying The Festivites Before His Big Moment
Jordan Burroughs has been considered the most expected Gold Medalist from the London Games this week - that is immense pressure for anyone to handle, but this South Jersey guy is just enjoying everything about the games before his big moment on the mat.
“The Playlist” Tries to Salute The Nations in the London Olympics
The 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London has over 200 nations gathered in the spirit of athletic competition, and this week's version of "The Playlist" attempts to salute as many as possible.
Olympics Athletes Can Consume Massive Amounts of Food
Olympic athletes seem to have 3 things in common - they train hard, they are dedicated to their sport, and they make sure they keep their energy up with food. What food they choose and how much can be unimaginable.
“Wardrobe Malfunction” in London Olympics
The last time the term "Wardrobe Malfunction" was used, CBS and Janet Jackson seemed to suffer the consequences of that football moment. Today we have a repeat moment on TV, but this time it was a battle in the Olympic pool that caused a slip.
The FW Lists 10 Best Olympic Films, and I’ll Add 5 More
You may notice that at the bottom of the SoJO 104.9 home page is a link to The FW - the funny, the weird, and even the cute come here. You should check it out sometime, but you may have missed this great post about Olympic Movies.
The Top College in America is in New Jersey
Is any 4-year college education worth about $250,000? How about a little less - between $100K-$150K? Lots of things to consider in your future, or your kids, which is why Forbes Magazine's annual rankings of the Top Colleges in America is imperative to have. This year New Jersey gets top honors!
Cyclist Near Olympic Park Killed By an Olympic Bus
Sad news to report from London that a man on a bicycle was struck and killed by an Olympic bus in a horrible accident.
One Step Closer for South Jersey’s Szczur – Now Playing AA Baseball
Following the progress of South Jersey native Matt Szczur through baseball's minor leagues this season, we have seen him shine at the A ball level. Now comes his next challenge - conquer AA and get closer to the major leagues.
Potential SoJO Stupid Citizen Winner for 2012 – Causing Panic at the Movies
You would not think after the tragedy that happened in the movie theater less than 2 weeks ago in the Denver area someone would stand up during The Dark Night Rises and try to cause a panic. Well take a look at the potential Stupidest Citizen of 2012!
Planes Take Flight Over A.C. Boardwalk with Airshow on August 17th
Come August 17, there could be an extra million people invading the Atlantic City Boardwalk for the 2012 Atlantic City Airshow / "Thunder Over the Boardwalk".
Despite Tape Delay and Bobbles, NBC Scoring in the Ratings With the Olympics
With the Olympic coverage all over the NBC family of networks, life has a way of getting in the way of watching them live. Despite seeing results all over the internet, tape delay coverage on the main network, a flub in promoting coverage, and even some mocking on Twitter, NBC is scoring high numbers in the Nielsen ratings.
Phillies “Flyin’ Hawaiian” Jets to the Dodgers – The End of an Era? [POLL]
As Major League Baseball is in the midst of the final hours of the "official" trading deadline, the Philadelphia Phillies have made two moves that could signal a change of direction for the team, the acceptance that their great 5-season run as the top team in the NL East is over, and that one of its most popular players will no longer be in their outfield.