George Polemitus Announcer Extraordinaire 001

Summary

In this engaging interview with Sportswire, Justin Bradley speaks with George Palomas, the IT team coach and announcer for the ACCJFL and North Scranton Junior Vikings. George shares his excitement for the new season, highlighting the enthusiasm of the players and cheerleaders. With 19 seasons under his belt, he reflects on the program's success and the community spirit it fosters. The interview also touches on the concession stand's unique offerings and hints at George's potential involvement in a podcast for the upcoming playoffs.

Takeaways

• 🎙️ Justin Bradley is interviewing George Palomas, the IT team coach and announcer for the ACCJFL and North Scranton Junior Vikings.
• 🏈 George Palomas is excited about the upcoming season as the rosters for both football players and cheerleaders are filled out, and the kids are eager to play.
• 📢 George has been with the Vikings for 19 seasons, and his children have also been part of the organization, which has contributed to his decision to stay and coach.
• 🏆 George's son won a Super Bowl with the Vikings, and his daughter was part of the cheerleading squad, showing the family's deep involvement with the team.
• 🌟 The script mentions several notable athletes who have come through the Vikings program, indicating the organization's success in developing talent.
• 📣 George is passionate about his role as an announcer, emphasizing the importance of making the game enjoyable for both the kids and the fans.
• 📢 The script highlights the energetic atmosphere created by George's announcing, which includes calling out players' names and playing music to pump up the crowd.
• 🍔 The concession stand at the Vikings facility is praised as one of the best in the area, offering a unique surf and turf special and other popular food items.
• 🌭 The script describes the variety of food available at the concession stand, including Carl's sausage and peppers, Dena's meatballs, and Tish's soup.
• 📡 George expresses gratitude to SportsWire for their coverage and support of the Junior Vikings, appreciating their role in reporting the news about the team.
• 🎙️ There is a discussion about the possibility of George being a podcast announcer alongside Chris Conetti for the ACCJFL, which he seems enthusiastic about.

Q & A

Who is the speaker in the script, and what is his role?

The speaker is Justin Bradley, who is with Sportswire, and he is interviewing George Palomas, the IT team coach for the North Scranton Junior Vikings.

What is the main topic of the interview?

The main topic of the interview is the upcoming season for the North Scranton Junior Vikings, including the excitement and preparations for football and cheerleading.

How long has George Palomas been with the Vikings organization?

George Palomas has been with the Vikings organization for 19 seasons.

What is George Palomas' personal connection to the Vikings organization?

George Palomas' son and daughter both went through the Vikings organization, with his son winning a Super Bowl and his daughter participating in cheerleading.

What is George Palomas' role in the Vikings organization besides being a coach?

Besides being a coach, George Palomas is also the announcer extraordinaire for the ACCJFL and North Scranton Junior Vikings.

What is the significance of the concession stand mentioned in the script?

The concession stand is highlighted for its variety of food offerings and is considered one of the best in the area, with unique items like the surf and turf special.

What is the 'surf and turf special' mentioned in the script?

The 'surf and turf special' is a unique food offering at the concession stand, which consists of Swedish Fish and Slim Jims for two dollars.

What is the role of the podcast mentioned towards the end of the script?

The podcast is suggested as a platform for George Palomas to share insights and updates about the Junior Vikings program and the ACCJFL, leading up to the playoffs.

What is the significance of hearing their names called out loud by the announcer?

Hearing their names called out loud energizes the kids and makes the game more enjoyable for both the players and the fans.

What is the community's response to the Vikings program and the facilities?

The community has responded positively, with the facilities and coaches being welcoming and supportive, and the kids being eager and passionate about participating.

Can you name some of the notable athletes that have come through the Vikings program according to the script?

Some of the notable athletes mentioned are the McCarthy Brothers, Jacob Wat, and Z Small, who are recognized as Viking greats.