Many people are not aware of the number of athletes from the Greater Atlantic City Region who have played Professional Sports. There are many great athletes from high schools in Cape May, Atlantic, Cumberland, and Ocean Counties that have played games in the National Football League, Major League Baseball, and the National Basketball Association. One of the most difficult accomplishments in sports is to make a professional sports roster and earn the opportunity to play in a game at the highest level of the sport.

Last week, we shared with you a list of some of the great athletes from our area that have played games in the NFL. Here are some of the athletes from the Atlantic City region who have played games along with coached in the NBA and MLB:

South Jersey Athletes Who Played/Coached in NBA and MLB

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Check Out Greater Atlantic City, NJ Area Athletes Who Played Games In NFL

Many people are not aware of the number of athletes from the Greater Atlantic City Region who have played in the National Football League. Football players who played at high schools in Cape May, Atlantic, Cumberland, and Ocean Counties have a strong representation in the NFL over the last few decades.

One of the most difficult accomplishments in sports is to make a Professional Sports Roster and earn the opportunity to play in a game at the highest level of the sport. Check out some of the great South Jersey Athletes who have played in games in the NFL:

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