New Jersey is a state used to being thrown in the middle of sports debates. Where do the Jets and Giants actually call home? Will the Nets (yes they are still in the NBA) be playing in the Garden State the next 5-7 years? Tony Soprano, Rutgers fan extraordinaire. New Jersey native, Jack Nicholson and his red Yankee hat. Yes, we are no strangers to being in the middle but most people don't realize that New York is not the only city upon which Jersey residents bestow their sports love.
For those of us living in the upper half of the state, when it comes to baseball, our hearts typically belong to the Mets or Yankees. But the southern half of New Jersey has been more exposed to the Philadelphia teams and proudly roots for them with just as much passion.
The Turnpkie World Series puts these split allegiances on display for all to see. The Phillies have done a good job fostering New Jersey bonds by implanting their highly successful single A affiliate team, the Lakewood Blueclaws in the heart of Ocean County. Many fans have been able to see Philadelphia stars, Cole Hamels and Ryan Howard grow right in their own backyards. And the Yankees, no strangers stellar marketing moves, invade Southern Jersey too with their AAA team in Trenton.
No matter what side you're rooting for this year, the Series is sure to stir up some heated local passions. Try to keep it clean tri-state area!
Go Yankees!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
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