Kevin Williams

New Jersey

Sports Director at WOBM-FM (Toms River, NJ)

Marketing Exec at Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems. Retired Director of the Shore Sports Network. Director of the WOBM Christmas Classic. SSP Beach life.

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Articles

Father's Day Has A Different Meaning As You Get Older

2 weeks ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

The meaning of Father’s Day (like Mother’s Day) changes over the years. When you are young it’s all about your Dad and you might observe the day by making him a handmade card and of course your Mom pays for a gift which might be a shirt, tie or something of the like. It’s a big barbeque day where he will usually do the grilling although it’s your Mother who has done most of the work.
How Many Of These 20 Rules To Live By Do You Incorporate In Your Life

3 weeks ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

As I sometimes do I search the archives for segments that had special meaning for me. Sometimes you just need a reminder of things that are good like “20 Rules To Live By”:Compliment three people every day. Watch a sunrise at least once a year. Be the first to say, “Hello.”Live beneath your means. Treat everyone like you want to be treated. Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen. Forget the Joneses. Never deprive someone of hope. It may be all they have. Pray not for things, but for wisdom and courage.
Unruly Behavior over MDW in Seaside Is Nothing New

4 weeks ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

I grew up in Seaside Heights in the 60’s and 70’s and I can’t imagine there were too many places better to be a kid. We walked to school, hung out at The Sweet Shoppe, had plenty of places for sports and games and for nine months a year had the beach and boardwalk pretty much to ourselves. As we became teen-agers we also had our choice of places for summer employment. For me that meant the boardwalk where my father operated a handful of amusement games.
College Students Come Home And Families Face New Challenges

1 month ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

While most high school students have another month before summer recess those attending college are beginning to make their way home for what is a long warm-weather break. Especially for those that are finishing their freshman year this brings what can be a dramatic shift in home life for everyone. While there was a sneak peek during Christmas break this long recess might prove to be more challenging.
Discover Life Lessons Every Mother Shares With Humor

1 month ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

Mother’s Day is Sunday so I’m bringing back a segment from the past. Here’s a list of some of the great things Mothers have taught and passed down to generations:My mother taught me to APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE. “If you’re going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning.”My mother taught me RELIGION. “You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL.
Why Positive Parental Support Matters In Youth Sports

1 month ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

I have had a front-row seat to hundreds if not thousands of high school sporting events over more than 40 years and much has changed over that time. While there has always been issues with parental behavior it has clearly become a bigger one and not just here but everywhere. What parents should do is watch and cheer their children and team but there are far too many cases where their behavior crosses the line and becomes a problem.
If You Have Two Good Friends In Your Lifetime, You're Lucky.

2 months ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

How many friends do you have? I’m not talking about Facebook because many of the 3,800 I have are people I wouldn’t even recognize if I bumped into them. I guess you have to separate your friends into two lists….close ones and those that are casual friends. In 1971 author S.E. Hinton published a novel titled “That Was Then, This Is Now” which included the following which has become a well-known quote. “If you have two friends in your lifetime, you’re lucky.
It's Not Quite Time To Break Out The Shorts & Sandals

2 months ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

We are about to get our first real stretch of spring-like weather and it could not be better for students, teachers and those who work in schools as most are off for spring break beginning today. Tomorrow will be bit of a tease with temperatures reaching the 80’s in some places…however after that we are pretty much in the 60’s for the rest of the month. While it will be shorts season for some like me others will not quite be ready to break out clothes for warmer weather.
Today's Sports Parents Too Often Take the Wrong Side

2 months ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

As the spring sports season is underway I decided to bring back a segment I’ve done in the past about how different high school sports is from my days in the 70’s to today when it comes to how parents handle situations. Old Days- Athlete (likely male at that time) comes home from practice or a game and complains to parents about their coach, usually over playing time. The athlete is looking for an ally and wants them to have his/her back as well as sympathy for the situation.
Parents Sometimes Are Too Quick In Defending Their Child When It Comes To Sports

2 months ago | wobm.com | Kevin Williams

As the spring sports season gets underway I decided to bring back a segment I’ve done in the past about how different high school sports is from my days in the 70’s to today when it comes to how parents handle situations. Old Days- Athlete (likely male at that time) comes home from practice or a game and complains to parents about their coach, usually over playing time. The athlete is looking for an ally and wants them to have his/her back as well as sympathy for the situation.