Wing Bowl 20 Is Friday, February 3rd At The Wells Fargo Center
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- February 3, 2012 -- The greatest competitive eater of all time, the legendary Takeru Kobayashi, will join five time champion Bill "El Wingador" Simmons, recent three time champ Jonathan "Super Squibb" and 23 other eaters at SportsRadio 94WIP's Wing Bowl 20 at the Wells Fargo Center on Friday, February 3rd at 6 a.m.
The full roster of 26 eaters will compete for $20,000 in cash from Steven Singer Jewelers, a Chevrolet Camaro from Frederick's Chevy on the Boulevard and additional amazing prizes. WIP's Wing Bowl 20, one of the most celebrated radio events in Philadelphia, is sold out. However, listeners can follow the action live on SportsRadio 94WIP, streamed live on the Internet at cbsphilly.com/wingbowl as well as through a variety of mobile devices.
Kobayashi was the winner of the famous Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest for an unprecedented six years in a row from 2001-2006. Kobayashi's style of competing and his sculpted physique introduced to North America that competitive eating could truly be considered a sport. Kobayashi is now regarded as one of the leaders in this 21st century sport.
WIP's Angelo Cataldi, who co-founded Wing Bowl 20 years ago with radio partner Al Morganti, said "The stage is set for our greatest Wing Bowl ever. Never have we had such a spectacular array of contestants, beautiful girls, incredible floats, off-the-wall personalities and a true legend, Takeru Kobayashi, all rolled into one madcap morning of jaw-dropping entertainment. There will never be another event like Wing Bowl 20."
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Proceeds from WIP's Wing Bowl 20 will benefit a variety of local charities including the Police Athletic League.
Wing Bowl's 26 contestants have been pre-selected for their ability to complete various challenging eating stunts before they devour chicken wings in the annual competition. All eaters are attempting to eat the most wings for the coveted title of Wing Bowl Champion. They'll be eating in front of nearly 20,000 fans in attendance plus members of the world-wide media chronicling the event. In addition to the cash and car, the winner takes home a one of a kind Wing Bowl 20 ring designed exclusively by Steven Singer Jewelers at the other corner of 8th and Walnut. PJ Whelihans is the official supplier of wings for WIP Wing Bowl 20, their fifth consecutive year as sponsor and supplier.
The fun will continue throughout the day at WIP's Official Wing Bowl 20 After-Parties. Michael Barkann and Ike Reese will broadcast live from SugarHouse Casino, 1001 North Delaware Avenue from 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Defending three time champion Jonathan "Super Squibb" and Former Eagle Hollis Thomas will both appear. The fun continues with Anthony Gargano and Dan Klecko live from Finnigan's Wake, 3rd and Spring Garden in Philadelphia from 1-6PM. Special appearance by the greatest competitive eater of all time, Takeru Kobayashi at 1PM.
An impressive and valuable list of prizes awaits Wing Bowl contestants and participants:
• $20,000 cash prize, a Wing Bowl Champion ring and a gold medal from Steven Singer Jewelers, at the other corner of 8th and Walnut to the top overall winner.
• A 2012 Chevrolet Camaro from Frederick's Chevy on the Boulevard to the top local winner.
• A new Harley Davidson 883 Sportster Motorcycle from Barb's Harley Davidson, West Collingswood, NJ for the Wingette of the Year.
• Earrings and necklaces from Steven Singer Jewelers for all wingettes.
• A day of beauty from Joseph Anthony Retreat Salon and Spa for all wingettes.
• 12 All inclusive Apple Vacations to the brand new Iberostar Cancun to the best entourage.
About WIP:
WIP is one of the first all-sports formatted stations in the nation and programming for the top-rated outlet can be heard on 94.1FM and 610 AM. The CBS RADIO properties are the leading stations of its kind in Philadelphia and serve as the flagship stations for the Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia 76ers and the Philadelphia Flyers. The station's programming is available on-air, online at www.cbsphilly.com and via the Radio.com application for a variety of mobile devices. WIP-FM/AM is owned and operated by CBS RADIO, one of the largest major market radio operators in the United States. A division of CBS Corporation, CBS RADIO operates 130 radio stations, the majority of which are in the nation's top 50 markets. CBS RADIO also owns and operates WPHT-AM, WOGL-FM and KYW-AM in Philadelphia.
