The Best of Philly Sports - by Joe Decamara (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

From SportsRadio 94WIP morning show host Joe DeCamara comes the ultimate introduction to Philadelphia's most legendary athletes and teams, featuring all-time greats across sports and eras.

Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, Flyers, The Big 5, and beyond! This dynamic tour of athletes, teams, and championships introduces young sports fans to must-know Philadelphia sports lore.

Through bite-sized histories, The Best of Philly Sports brings to life thrilling moments, underdog spirit, and superstar excellence. Blending past and present, household names like Wilt Chamberlain and Bryce Harper share pages with more hidden gems like Connie Mack and Immaculata College's Cathy Rush.

Primarily written for young sports fans, this book also appeals to adults! Readers across generations are certain to be entertained as they learn new and inspiring facts about their favorite teams through this comprehensive collection.

"Joe is the perfect person to write this book! His knowledge of Philly sports and passion for the teams are so evident in The Best of Philly Sports!"
-- Jason Kelce

Review Quotes

"Joe's passion and love of Philly sports is so clear with his radio show on WIP! And he has poured that same passion and love into this book!"
-- Brandon Graham

"Joe has captured the heart of Philly sports with this book!"
-- Michael Barkann

"From Connie Mack in the early 20th century through the Eagles second Super Bowl championship, The Best of Philly Sports has it all!"
-- Ray Didinger

"Joe is the perfect person to write this book! His knowledge of Philly sports and passion for the teams are so evident in The Best of Philly Sports!"
-- Jason Kelce

"This book is a must read for any Philadelphia sports fan!"
-- Ruben Amaro, Jr.


"This brilliantly written book by Joe DeCamara is like combining a breathtaking Saquon Barkley touchdown run with a majestic Bryce Harper grand slam - guaranteed to entertain Philly sports fans of all ages! This book should be in every household across the Philly Sports Nation, so these stories can be shared across the generations!"
-- Sal Paolantonio

"What a terrific book for young sports fans. It brings to life treasured moments that their parents and grandparents will never forget!"
-- Merrill Reese

"I hope every young sports fan in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware reads The Best of Philly Sports! Adults will love it too!"
-- Ron Jaworski

"Joe DeCamara flat-out nails it! An easy-to-read masterpiece for younger kids who want to learn the sports history of the great city of Philadelphia!"
-- Ben Davis

About the Author

Joe DeCamara hosts the SportsRadio 94WIP Morning Show along with Jon Ritchie weekdays from 6:00 to 10:00 am. He has been on the air in the Philadelphia market since 2001. Over the years he has hosted programs in Philadelphia with Ron Jaworski, Darren Daulton, Jeremiah Trotter, John Kruk, and many others. He has also hosted nationally syndicated shows on ESPN Radio. Additionally, Joe has appeared on various television stations and is a frequent emcee of events, such as the annual Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame banquet and the Otho Davis Scholarship Foundation banquet. He is a 1996 graduate of St. Joseph's Preparatory School in Philadelphia and a 2000 graduate of Fairfield University in Connecticut.