94.3 The Point » Sports

Lakewood BlueClaws Participate in Nut Free Day

Lou Russo — Wed, 22 May 2013 12:57:44 +0000

So Many kids deal with food allergies. Food Allergy Research and Education is teaming up with the Lakewood BlueClaws to present Nut Free Day June 2nd at the ballpark. Sections of the ballpark will be nut free. Kids will receive a hot dog, soda and chips with a ticket purchase. If you want to purchase [...]

Pregnant Woman Holds Off Birth of Her Baby Until Hockey Game Ends

Lou Russo — Mon, 13 May 2013 10:18:45 +0000

You have to be a pretty dedicated hockey fan to be at a hockey game and ignore contractions because you just have to catch the end of the game, but that’s exactly what Chicago Blackhawks fan Donna Lebano did. She and her husband were at the Blackhawks game Saturday, and with a win, Chicago would win [...]

Mets Spokesman Knows Mets Fans Need A Little Fun

Lou Russo — Wed, 08 May 2013 11:29:20 +0000

Jay Horowitz has been the Mets spokesperson for a long time and he’s seen a lot. Now he’s using his new Twitter account, and he’s making headlines. Horowitz has been tweeting some fun and untrue things throughout the season, including that the Mets would play a triple header in Colorado after the snow outs (not [...]

The 3 Best Reasons to Watch the Kentucky Derby

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:20:21 +0000

‘The Best Two Minutes In Sports’ is upon us, but for most people…the Kentucky Derby is a non-event. These are the three best reasons to watch the Derby. Martin Hunter, Getty Images 3 Gambling If there's money on the line, it really is an exciting two minutes. So much suspense! Even if you [...]

Manasquan High School Surf Team To Hold Fundraiser

Lou Russo — Wed, 01 May 2013 11:03:35 +0000

We reported to you the incredible second place finish for the Manasquan High School Surf Team at the National Scholastic Surfing Association's Northeast Championship and now the team is qualified to compete in the National Championship.

2013 NFL Draft – Breaking Down First Round Picks by the Eagles, Jets and Giants

Tom Dunphy — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:17:31 +0000

If there was any question that the National Football League is concerned with passing, that issue was clarified on Thursday night at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Without a true elite passer in this year’s draft class, teams with early picks became pre-occupied with either protecting or attacking quarterbacks as the 2013 [...]

Toms River's Todd Frazier Hits Home Run for Down Syndrome Boy [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:51:50 +0000

It’s just another reason we are proud to call Cincinnati Reds all star and Toms River native Todd Frazier one of our own. The Cincinnati Reds auctioned off the chance to be batboy for a game last season for charity. A 29-year-old with Down’s Syndrome won, and he did such a good job that the [...]

Strong Police Presence At Asbury Park's Runapalooza

Lou Russo — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:55:38 +0000

My wife signed up for the Asbury Park Runapalooza a while back, so when the Boston Marathon bombing happened, I was understandably worried. The scenes playing over and over again on TV night after night from Boston sent chills up all our spines, and certainly many of those who were running in a race or had a loved one [...]

Boston Bruins Fans Emotionally Sing National Anthem Before Game [VIDEO]

Joe Votruba — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 11:00:44 +0000

Boston sports fans looked to the game they love to get them away from the real world for a few hours in hopes of seeing their favorite team win and help kickstart the healing in a town that has been rocked by tragedy in the past few days.Â Using sports as a healing tool is [...]

Manalapan School Teacher One Block From Explosions At Boston Marathon

Lou Russo — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:05:02 +0000

Christy DeFilippis is a marathon runner from New Jersey who was at the Boston Marathon and was one street away from the explosions when they occurred. DeFilippis, according to nbcnewyork.com, had finished the marathon earlier, and initially thought the blasts were accidental. She was informed by police that they were not, and immediately returned to her hotel room, [...]

Door 21 Foundation To Hold 5K Run For Sandy Relief

Lou Russo — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:38:10 +0000

With so many people in our area still in need of help in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Door 21 Foundation is holding a 5K Fun Run for Hurricane Sandy relief Sunday April 28th at High School North in Toms River. The event is called the “Shore To Run 5K Fun Run and 1 Mile [...]

Manasquan High School Surf Team Qualifies To Compete In National Championship

Lou Russo — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 09:56:50 +0000

The Manasquan High School Surf Team impressively finished second at the High School Surfing State Championship In Ocean City this past weekend, and they are now qualified to compete in the National Championship thie June in Dana Point, California. This past weekend’s competition was originally scheduled for October 28th in Seaside Heights, but was postponed [...]

BlueClaws – A Great Night Out At The Jersey Shore

Lou Russo — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:49:58 +0000

I’m a big sports fan and I can tell you this. We’re very lucky to have the Lakewood BlueClaws in our backyard. As you know, I’m a huge Mets fan, but even on the best night, I’m not exactly in the mood to travel to Flushing, Queens, deal with parking and pay the ridiculous prices for [...]

Ready For Another Great Summer With The Lakewood BlueClaws

Lou Russo — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:39:38 +0000

It’s time for another exciting season of Lakewood BlueClaws baseball at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood! Brandon Marano, the new BlueClaws General Manager joined us on the morning show today to talk about the upcoming season. This is a very important summer at the Jersey Shore and the Lakewood BlueClaws are such a big part of [...]

Freehold Represented At Mets Home Opener

Lou Russo — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 10:36:52 +0000

In the middle of the Mets Season opener, something had me rooting for the Padres, at least for a few minutes. Freehold native Brad Brach stepped onto the mound for San Diego. It takes a lot for me to be cheering for the team playing against the Mets, especially on Opening Day, but I have to [...]

Wrestlemania Comes To New Jersey [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 09:34:59 +0000

Wrestlemania is coming to the Garden State later this week. The event is projected to create at least $100 million of economic activity in the Garden State. “WWE has an incredible fan base all around the country and draws huge TV ratings, and sells out most arenas where they perform. This is their one event [...]

Ashley Lauren Foundation Getting Ready For Golf Outing

Lou Russo — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:37:28 +0000

Since spring has arrived, I think it’s a perfect time to talk about golf, and if you’re going to golf, shouldn’t you do it for a great cause? That’s why you should mark your calendar for the Ashley Lauren Foundation Annual Golf Outing. The Jamaal Westerman Golf Outing benefitting the Ashley Lauren Foundation will take place at Forsgate Country [...]

Harlem Globetrotters Really Know How To Make a Foul Shot Uncomfortable

Lou Russo — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:35:46 +0000

When I stepped up to the foul line during the Globetrotters game, I had no idea that Big Easy was going to tuck my uniform shirt in for me. And I really had no idea he was going to hike my shorts up to my armpits. No wonder nobody beats this team. Needless to say, [...]

Despite Russo's 4 Points, Globetrotters Prevail

Lou Russo — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 10:55:07 +0000

Despite 4 points and solid all around play from world famous Globetrotter nemesis Lou Russo, Select could not overcome the mighty Harlem Globetrotters last night in front of a sold out crowd at Collins Arena in Lincroft. I always wanted a line like that written about me, and nobody else was going to do it, so I wrote it myself.

The Uniform I Wear Against The Globetrotters May Say A Lot

Lou Russo — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:09:02 +0000

I was asked to play against the Harlem Globetrotters tonight at Collins Arena in Lincroft. They are familiar with my playing ability since I’ve played against them twice before (1point,0 rebounds), and the uniform they gave me speaks volumes. The number on my uniform could be a great predictor of many things. I will be [...]