Fantasy Phenom Announced

August 30, 2010 5:12 PM

Gregg Sussman at the Fantasy Phenom finals

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Congratulations to Gregg Sussman of Manalapan, New Jersey, winner of WFAN’s first Fantasy Phenom Challenge, presented by Buffalo Wild Wings.

LISTEN: Gregg Sussman on his win, with Joe & Evan and Mike Francesa

Gregg beat out four other finalists who were chosen from over 2,000 fans and loyal listeners who showed up at the auditions. Tryouts were held at area malls this July, as well as at local Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurants throughout New York and New Jersey. The opening round of candidates were narrowed down to 50 semi-finalists and eventually to the five finalists. The semi-finals were also held at area Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurants.

As the Fantasy Phenom winner Gregg will have the opportunity to host a once-a-week radio program for one year on WFAN Sports Radio 66.

Gregg is a recent graduate of the Philip Merrill College of Journalism at the University of Maryland. He has worked as an Assistant Sports Director, Talk Show Director, and Broadcaster at WMUC Sports in College Park, Maryland.

WFAN would like to thank the thousands of listeners and potential broadcasters who participated in our Fantasy Phenom Challenge.

Watch Gregg’s winning performance:

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Laroy Jonez

Actually if you want to talk racism, how come Tony page is the only one who takes calls from wino homeless black guys on overnights? Why don’t they call during the day??????
jono

Tony Paige and Mike Francesa: famous Jews. You people are idiotic.
Eric

Wow, I didn’t know there was more Turturro brothers. Or maybe that’s just Nick trying out a new career after failing in Hollywood. Terrible voice, flubbed numerous times in an unoriginal, uninspired rant and this whole thing was a setup and waste of time.
robert hayes

Sussman…..hmmm… are Jewish guys the only ones allowed on the FAN?!

Harry

Funny you say that Robert, About 20 years ago when I graduated college I put my resume in to ESPN and I remember someone telling me not to bother because they will only hire you if you are Jewish.

Sounds like reverse discrimination to me, but God forbid we say anything.

The Mouth of the South

Everyone here,

Greg did an excellent job here in the finals. Im not here to blow smoke up anyones behind, im just speaking the truth. He won and he deserved to win. Im glad WFAN gave this opportunity to a young kid with talent. So what his voice isnt the most soothing thing you’ve ever heard. That voice delivered an excellent rant with great points and facts to back them up. He’s good, damn good. This was anyone’s competition once it hit the final 50. We all were good save a few people, however, he obviously was THE FANS CHOICE. He won the voting and the judges approval. So good on you Greg. Congratulations, you deserve it bro.

With Much Respect,

John “Mouth of The South” Schiavone
dabooch

Gregg be natural, that’s the key. People’s ears don’t lie, they know when your having fun just saying what is on your mind.
MartyT

Congratulations Gregg as I enjoyed your enthusiasm From a person who always wanted to be a radio dj but only did it in college I envy you and wish you the best of luck.
When you make Mushnicks and Raissmans columns you will know you hit it big
PaulieEastside

Can we all just agreet that they should ban Ralph from Manhattan?
phillatio

is there any way i can hear white plains al’s broadcast in the phenom segmennt..too bad al lost to a guy who’s younger than robert evans..but he deserves a “10″ for trying
AMAZINZZ

Forget phenoms. Bring Sid back from Miami. deepsix Carton

philatio

carton just got a 3 year contract with msg and the fan so he going no where..maybe sid can team with francesa or the shmoozer..that would be fun..the juicer and the shmoozer on the faaaan sports radio 66 wfan new yooork..or replace juicer with the spooner

rvd

Awful voice. Not good for radio at all. Hopefully it’s only one year then he can go work at another station.
k b blackistone

Way to go Gregg!!!!!!!

Kevin Blackistone
DR

Another Yankee hater, he’ll fit right in on the FAN. Terrible voice and he flubbed about 5x in 2min……geez. This guy stinks on ice.

Warren

Funny, another moron who didn’t listen to the interview on the radio yesterday making a stupid comment. Listen to Gregg’s interview with Joe Evan and Mike from yesterday and tell us again if he is a Yankee hater. It’s his favorite team. WAKE UP!!

Sharon & Eric S.

Great going Gregg….we thought you were the best. Can’t figure out why some people have negative comments. We voted for the best…guess they were voting for their friends. Congratulations on a brilliant performance!
Tank

Sussman>Craig Cart00n
Joel

This guys has prior experience in the journalism and broadcasting from his dealing when in college. I watched, this guy tries wayyyy to hard to be a Francesa or a Carton you can hear it. They made the wrong choice if you ask me.
BERNIE AND HARRIET COHEN

BERNIE AND HARRIET FROM ENCORE.CONGRADULATIONS. YOU COULD COMPETE WITH THE 2 MIKES.
AL from Seattle

Such BS…Al from White Plains got hosed and I blame that weasel Beningo for it!!!