On This episode of Airey Bros Radio, we go deep into the world of New Jersey high school sports with one of the Shore Conference’s most respected voices — Bob Badders of Shore Sports Insider.From the rise of Region 6 wrestling to the evolution of sports media, Bob brings decades of insight as a writer, photographer, and broadcaster.🎯
Topics Covered:
- Bob’s journey from Brick Memorial to the Asbury Park Press
- The transformation of NJ high school sports coverage
- Shore Conference wrestling legends, from Scott Winston to Anthony Knox
- Public vs. private school debate in NJ wrestling
- The rise of multisport athletes
- Social media's impact on wrestling culture
- Athlete development, recruiting realities, and more
If you're from the Shore, a wrestling head, or a student of sport — this is a can't-miss episode.📺 Watch on YouTube:
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⏱️ Show Notes & Timestamps:
0:00 – Region 6 roots & short conference connections
2:00 – Bob’s origin story in sports media
4:00 – Brick Memorial wrestling legends & early influences
7:00 – Starting out at the Asbury Park Press (2004)
10:00 – The rise of digital media & covering NJ wrestling
13:00 – From photographer to videographer: the evolution of sports coverage
18:00 – Streaming, social media & how fans engage now
22:00 – Shore Conference athletic growth & talent development
27:00 – Public vs. private school debate in NJ wrestling
33:00 – The return of multisport athletes & football culture
42:00 – Covering NJ's top pro athletes: Mike Gesicki, Quenton Nelson & more
48:00 – Knox vs. Suriano: Who’s NJ’s GOAT?
54:00 – Wrestling culture, trauma & transitioning after loss
58:00 – Advice for aspiring sports journalists
1:04:00 – Favorite stories & unforgettable NJ sports moments
1:09:00 – Bob's coffee rituals, guilty pleasures, and metal music picks
1:14:00 – Final Four Q&A
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