Philadelphia Inquirer
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This Delco man sunburned LeBron James’ jersey into his back in Sea Isle. He called it an act of ‘Philly toughness’
Joey Abel was born in Drexel Hill and raised in Broomall, but now works in insurance in New York. For the past few months, the 28-year-old has been surrounded by hordes of Knicks fans, reveling in their long-sought-after championship win.It has not been a pleasant experience. Like most natives of Delaware County, Abel supports all four of Philadelphia’s pro sports teams, throughout the good times and the bad.This included the Process years, when the Sixers were winning as few as 10 games a season. Even then, Abel was all-in. He was drawn to the analytical mind of Sam Hinkie, the excitement of Tony Wroten, and, of course, the hope of a bright future to come.On Friday morning, at 11:30 a.m., that hope was realized. Abel was traveling from Atlantic City to Sea Isle City with his Aunt Rita for
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