South Jersey Community Morns Passing Of Avalon Lifeguard Legend

Legendary Captain of the Avalon Beach Patrol Murray Wolf passed away earlier this week. Wolf, who retired as Captain in 2021 after 65 years on Avalon’s beach patrol and several as its Captain, has the distinction of never having a single drowning on a protected beach.

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During Wolf’s tenure as Captain, his Beach Patrol won nine South Jersey Lifeguard Championships!! Murray Wolf spent over 50 years as a gym teacher and was respected as a Captain, teacher, husband, father, and friend. Murray Wolf’s son Matt Wolf took over for his father after Wolf stepped down. This weekend in The Locker Room with Billy Schweim will pay tribute to Murray Wolf.

The Sixers returned to the court after the All-Star break, and it looked like they were still on vacation losing to the Atlanta Hawks 117-107 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Sixers all-star Tyrese Maxey dropped 28 points and rookie V.J. Edgecombe had 20 points in a losing effort, after both shined during NBA All-Star weekend.

The Olympics in Italy conclude on Sunday February 22nd, and hopefully we will get a USA vs Canada Men's Hockey matchup for the Gold medal; this is also the 46 year anniversary for the Miracle on Ice! The Flyers return to action on Wednesday, February 25th in Washington against the Capitals.

The Phillies started full workouts in Clearwater, Florida on Monday as they prepare to open up Grapefruit League action on Saturday against the Blue Jays before guys like Bryce Harper join Team USA for the World Baseball Classic. We will cover all the hot topics this weekend in The Locker Room.

On Saturday’s show, Producer Nick Earnshaw and my intern Erin Ewing join me in the studio. We will pay tribute to the legendary former Captain of the Avalon Beach Patrol Murray Wolf all weekend. First we will hear from a Lieutenant and 3-time South Jersey champion Craig Whithead. Craig has worked for Avalon for 32 years in Avalon and will join us to remember Murray Wolf’s career and the legacy he leaves behind. Sixers, Flyers and Phillies will dominate the second hour conversation. Plus we will get our “High School Athletes in the Spotlight” with Fran Mclaughlin brought to you by the Philly Pretzel Factory of EHT.

On Sunday’s show, Producer Alex Berardis and my intern Erin Ewing join me in the studio. We will continue paying tribute to Legendary Captain Murray Wolf, and hear from former Captain of the Wildwood Beach Patrol John McCann about how much Murray Wolf meant to the Beach Patrol community. Plus, one of Wolf’s closest friends, Bill Leahy. Leahy was an Avalon Lifeguard and a great basketball player at Wildwood Catholic and All American in College. We will walk down memory lane as we remember Murray Wolf!

In Hour Two, Mr, Negadelphia P.J. Corda checks in with his pithy thoughts on the Philly Sports scene brought to you by the Vassar Pool Service. Then we will talk with former Lieutenant of the Ocean City Beach Patrol John McShane.

All that and more this weekend in The Locker Room with Billy Schweim, every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to Noon on 97.3 FM ESPN Radio South Jersey

Ranking of the Best Restaurants in Avalon, New Jersey

Rated one of the Best Weekend Getaway Towns in New Jersey, Avalon is best known for its beautiful houses and free parking. Also, there is a quaint boardwalk along with an extensive recreation area for people who want to enjoy sports activities.

However, Avalon is also well known for its restaurants, so we have gathered information from Google Analytics, Facebook Reviews, and Google Reviews to rank the best restaurants in this South Jersey Coastal Community. So check out our rankings and see where your favorites landed on our list:

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