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Jon Meterparel

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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Shattered to hear about the death of Bob Neumeier. He was a good man with a big heart. His talent was immense and he taught me a lot about the industry. Truly one of the good guys.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
Happy to announce I’ve joined the @ESPNCollegeBall play by play team. Excited for the first broadcast Sunday at 4:00 on ESPN U from @HuskerHoops .
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
My new work home. Honored and excited to join the outstanding ⁦ @ABC6 ⁩ news team as the co-anchor with ⁦ @DScanlonABC6 ⁩, and ⁦ @CPriestABC6 ⁩ with weather. Join us for Good Morning Providence beginning Monday at 5:00 AM. #setthreealarms
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Five years ago the Mayor of Fenway, passed away. I think of him and laugh every day. There was no one better as a Dad, or a person. As he would say, those chick magnets still shine brightly. Miss you Dad...
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
The Man in the Red Bandana - ESPN Video. Please watch this and learn about a hero, who should never be forgotten. #NeverForget
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Thrilled to be one of the play by play announcers for the upcoming College World Series regionals @espn . An incredible opportunity to work with the best in the biz.
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
The @chargers just got a plug and play protector for Justin Herbert for the next decade. Zion Johnson is a terrific player and even better person. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
1 year
The legend. No words but deep gratitude to @kirkmin for letting me tag along.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
On Father’s Day, here’s to the Mayor of Fenway. I miss him every day, and he was simply the best. I hope your Dad is as special to you, as he was to me.
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Jon Meterparel
5 months
What a great day for @bcfootball . The Bill O’Brien hire is a game changer and can’t wait to see the program thrive under his guidance. Opening night @FSUFootball Sept 2nd will be the start of a new era. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Thanks to all who reached out today. I’m excited about a new challenge and thrilled to join the @ABC6 team.
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
Its been almost two years, but not a day goes by when I don't think about the Mayor of Fenway, my Dad. He was the best. Happy Father's Day.
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Jon Meterparel
8 years
Special thanks to the @RedSox for remembering the best Dad of all time. We miss the mayor of Fenway, every day.
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Jon Meterparel
3 months
Larry Lucchino was a titan in baseball circles but most importantly, a mensch. He was a visionary, an original thinker and a good friend. He’ll be missed by many and never forgotten for helping bring the @RedSox three WS rings.
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Jon Meterparel
4 months
Feb 27th is always a tough one. The Mayor of Fenway would have celebrated another trip around the sun today. He was the GOAT of Dad’s and not a day goes by when I don’t think about him. Nine years gone but his jokes still resonate, along with his love.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Thrilled to return to the booth for another season of @BCFootball . The band is back together again. Cronan, @smute1214 and producer @SChach17 . Who else would you rather spend a Saturday with @weei , @LearfieldAudio @SXMCollege ?
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Excited to join the @espn college baseball play by play team. First broadcast is Apr 9th at @UGAAthletics .
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Jon Meterparel
9 years
Many thanks to all for the thoughts and prayers. My Dad lived a great and full life and was truly one of a kind.
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Jon Meterparel
4 months
Welcome to the Heights Bill O’Brien. A new era ⁦ @BCFootball ⁩. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
15 days
Thrilled to announce the Bill O’Brien podcast is starting with some other guy. Episodes produced all throughout the year, not just during the ⁦ @BCFootball ⁩ season. Listen to the first show on Tuesday ⁦ @Spotify ⁩. You’ll learn a lot and maybe laugh a little too.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” Corny as hell but so true. @TomBrady was always a class act and gave nothing but respect and good radio to @GerryCallahan , @DinoDennis6 and me, for many years. Good luck on your next voyage. #Goat
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
I won’t be in the booth today @BCFootball . Not feeling well and don’t want to risk it. Thanks to @JoshMaurerRadio for pinch hitting. He’ll crush it with Cronan and @smute1214 . Looking forward to the bowl game and go 🦅!
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
A sad day for all with the passing of Dick Hoyt. Always amazing to watch he and Rick, blaze new trails every year in the marathon. An incredible athlete, and clearly an even better Dad.
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Heartbroken about the death of @BCBirdBall legend, Pete Frates. He was an inspiration to all, and his fight was heroic. He’ll never be forgotten.
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
You will never find another coach with more humility than Jerry York. He’s a Hall of Famer for a reason, but most importantly, he’s even a better person. Here’s to a retirement of many rounds of golf and trips to his favorite football stadiums. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Best news of the day, @BCFootball will wear the red bandana uniforms Saturday @UMassFootball . #ForWelles #NeverForget
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Jon Meterparel
8 years
Don't know whether @Gary_Tanguay will be there tomorrow, but its always special to reunite with @JohnDennisWEEI . Reunion shows rock.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Fantastic start for @BCFootball . Defense forced 5 TO’s and Phil Jurkovec passed for 300 yards in 26-6 win @DukeFOOTBALL . Should be a fun and promising season. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Guess who’s working Christmas Eve morning @WEEI ? Join me and @SteveDeOssie 7-11. You never know what you may hear in four blockbuster hours.
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Jon Meterparel
10 months
Morning. 18 years later the view is still fantastic. Another season in the ⁦ @Learfield ⁩ booth for ⁦ @BCFootball ⁩. The band of Cronan, ⁦ @smute1214 ⁩ and producer ⁦ @SChach17 ⁩ is back with some other guy. Join us at 11:30 ⁦ @WEEI ⁩ ⁦ @SXMCollege
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Jon Meterparel
1 month
You want consistency in sports? How about the @BCwlax program? Headed back to another national title game tomorrow against Northwestern. @acacia_walker is one of the best coaches in college sports and has them prepared every game. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
It’s 8:20 and I’m staring at my alarm clocks already. Join us bright and early at 5:00 AM tomorrow. Can’t wait to get started with @DScanlonABC6 and @CPriestABC6 . #GoodMorningProvidence
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Happy Opening Day. @bcfootball may be at ⁦ @DukeFOOTBALL ⁩, but we’re remoting from Chestnut Hill. Excited to start my 16th season with Cronan, and 8th with ⁦ @smute1214 ⁩. Join us 11:30 ⁦ @WEEI ⁩ 93.7, ⁦ @SXMCollege ⁩ 134, 382, ⁦ @LearfieldAudio ⁩.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
If you grew up in Boston, Gil Santos provided the soundtrack for your sports youth. @Patriots , @Celtics , @BCFootball . He did it all with class and dignity and will be missed.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
It may not be the gift your heart desires but…pleased to announce that you can listen to me and the incomparable ⁦ @timwelsh5 ⁩, every Sunday morning 7-9, @weei 103.7 starting January 9th. Merry Christmas!
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
@GerryCallahan No job Gerry? Really? Made more money last year than I ever made cleaning Dino’s thermos. Worked 165 days and loved every minute. Let me know if you need tickets?
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Stunning that the @RedSox are 15-33 in their last 48 at Fenway. Remember when teams didn’t want to play there?
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Not a bad seat to watch the ⁦ @NHLBruins ⁩ and ⁦ @SanJoseSharks ⁩. Honored to work the PA at the Garden.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
There’s no doubt @LukeKuechly is a first ballot HOF. His superb career may be over, but he’ll also win in the game of life. He’s a first class dude, who’s one of the best of all time, on and off the field. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
Does that make up for the Tuck Rule?
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Jon Meterparel
19 days
Big news on the content front coming later this week. Hint, it may involve @BCFootball .
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Returning to the big chair @WEEI tonight, 6-10. Will Meter at Night, continue? Find out soon.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
The @WEEI reunion tour continues tomorrow morning at 11:00. Join me and @JumboHart , for a jam packed three hours. Who else would you rather listen to on a Monday?
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Tragic news about the @BostonGlobe ’s Nick Cafardo. He was one of the good guys in the biz, and will be missed.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Great to see @BCFootball getting votes in the latest @USATODAY coaches poll. Eagles offense could be one of the most explosive in the nation. 25 days until kickoff @BCSportsProp @Learfield @WEEI .
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Jon Meterparel
8 years
Isn't an ace supposed to hold a 2-0 lead and I don't know, strike out a guy named Rob Segedin?
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Jon Meterparel
10 months
If this beauty doesn’t have caption contest written all over it, I don’t know what does. The D and C reunion was a blast but we missed ⁦ @GerryCallahan ⁩.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Why do I feel like I should be in bed by now? A superb first day with the crew from Good Morning Providence, @DScanlonABC6 , @CPriestABC6 , @ISteeleABC6 . Join us again tomorrow morning @ABC6 5-7.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Where were you 36 years ago on this day when you may have heard or seen, one of the greatest plays in football history? Hail Flutie lives on, and always will @BCFootball . Take a Bow @DougFlutie and Gerard Phelan.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Hate that Eovaldi was removed. Talk to me all you want about third time through the order, I’ll take the guy throwing 98 and dealing in the 6th.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
This is where I’m sitting tonight @GerryCallahan . Work is GOOD.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Excited and honored to return for another season of @espn college hoops broadcasts. First game is Nov 22nd @accnetwork with the great Dan Bonner @GeorgiaTech .
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
So, I'm guessing the over-under on Matt Ryan references tomorrow when I join @KirkAndCallahan is 289? Should be a fun four hours.
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
Hard not to love the grit and tenacity @BCMBB plays each game with. No matter what happens today @accmbb , the Eagles are clearly on the right track. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Day one is in the books. Join us again tomorrow for Good Morning Providence. Wake up with me, ⁦ @DScanlonABC6 ⁩, ⁦ @CPriestABC6 ⁩, every weekday 5-7 AM.
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Jon Meterparel
6 months
If you appreciate a dynamic football player, make sure you go see Thomas Castellanos play QB for @BCFootball next season. 2,000 plus passing yards and 1,000 plus rushing yards this season capped off by an MVP effort in the @FenwayBowl . #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Excited to head to the Fort this week for @RedSox broadcasts @WEEI . How many Steak N Shake visits can one guy make in a week?
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Very impressive press conference by @BCEagles AD Patrick Kraft. The program is in great hands, and there should be plenty of exciting moments in the future, at the Heights. #TakeaBow
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Excited to start a week of @redsox broadcasts beginning Monday for @WEEI . Join me and @Sean_McAdam , for all the fun and frivolity that only the Grapefruit League provides.
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Andy Jick was a terrific friend and even a better person. He’ll be missed by all @BCEagles , and his voice will always reasonate around Conte Forum.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
I’ll join the chorus in wishing Larry Joe Bird a Happy 65th. No one provided more thrills during a childhood growing up on the mean streets of Weston. He was simply the best.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Happy Hanukkah to all, and may the next year be full of light and good health. #8CrazyNights
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Let me join the parade for those of you clamoring for @Lions QB Matthew Stafford to the @Patriots . Trade your first and whatever else they want. He’s a perfect fit. Now, go get him some weapons in free agency.
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
Take a bow Danny Ainge. A tremendous deal for Irving who's a better all around player than Thomas. This just in: he's taller too.
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Jon Meterparel
4 months
Great energy and buzz surrounding @BCFootball spring practice today. BOB’s emphasis on details and the little things, will go a long way when the season starts. Don’t miss the Jay McGillis spring game Apr 13th. Free admission and a sneak peek of what’s to come. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
Congrats to @M_Ryan02 for winning MVP. He's the first @BCFootball alum to earn the honor and was always destined for greatness. #takeabow
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Jon Meterparel
3 months
Pads were popping @BCFootball practice today. A noticeable uptick in intensity from years past and the defense had some impressive hits. Keep an eye on safety Bug Jones. He’s always around the ball and will make plays this season. #TakeaBow
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Excited to broadcast a Cape League game tomorrow night at Harwich @NESN . Join me and former @Orioles All-Star catcher Mickey Tettleton, at 7:00.
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
And so it begins…the view from the ⁦ @Learfield ⁩ booth. Honored to kick off my 17th season with the best guys in the biz, Cronan, ⁦ @smute1214 ⁩ and @sciaccio17 . Join us at 11:30 @weei 93.7, ⁦ @SXMCollege ⁩ 193 for ⁦ @BCFootball ⁩ vs ⁦ @RFootball ⁩.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
Many thanks for all the support and well wishes. Looking forward to a big night Saturday @BCFootball . Also will be on @WEEI Sat 4-5, from Alumni Stadium, with Steve DeOssie.
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Jon Meterparel
1 year
I’m thinking @ZayFlowers at 14th in the 1st round would be a fantastic pick for the @Patriots . Last time I checked they need speed and playmakers?
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Happy New Year to all. Thanks for the support and all who listened/watched throughout the year. May we all Take a collective Bow, in 2021.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
That last pass by Newton, may have been one of the worst by a @patriots QB since the glory days of Scott Secules and Tommy Hodson.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
The view from the ⁦ @Learfield ⁩ booth. Excited to broadcast my 9th ⁦ @BCFootball ⁩ vs ⁦ @NDFootball ⁩ game, with Pete Cronan and ⁦ @smute1214 ⁩. Join us 3:00 ⁦ @WEEI ⁩ 93.7, ⁦ @SXMCollege ⁩ 194, 132. #ForWelles
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Jon Meterparel
5 months
Let me be the 8,789th person to write in the last 2 minutes that the @dunkindonuts ad was superb. #SuperBowlLVIII
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
It was a touching tribute to the man who brought a smile to everyone he met. The Synagogue was SRO to say goodbye to Andy Jick. He’ll be dearly missed, and never forgotten.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
Is it possible to have the worst loss of the season on opening day?
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
It was a pleasure to play with the great Sean Spicer at the ⁦ @WEEI ⁩ golf tourney. We didn’t win, but the conversation and jokes, were well worth it. Take a bow ⁦ @hubsportsgirl ⁩ for organizing.
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
17-0 run has to be one of the best sequences the @celtics have had in team finals history. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
So let me get this straight, Newton inexplicably starts, throws his best pass of the season to Byrd who then drops it? Seems about right.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Excited and honored to return to the @espn play by play team for college baseball this season. First broadcast is March 20th @BCBirdBall .
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Excited and honored to return for another season of @espn college hoops play by play. First broadcast is Dec 4th, @GoRhodyRams vs @BCMBB @accnetwork
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Excited to call ⁦ @bigten ⁩ rivalry game on @espnu . Catch @indianbase vs ⁦ @GopherSports ⁩, 12:00. Hoosiers lead the nation in homers.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Its been one month, and I’m thankful to all who have helped me every day @ABC6 . Hope you’ve enjoyed watching, as much as I’ve enjoyed anchoring and reporting. Join me, @DScanlonABC6 and @CPriestABC6 , M-F 5-7 AM for Good Morning Providence. Who else would you rather wake up with?
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Jon Meterparel
2 years
Happy New Year to all. Here’s hoping for a prosperous and healthy 2022. Thanks for all your support and always listening/watching. #TakeABow
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
Can Porcello pitch the 8th, every game please? Better yet, can he tackle Kareem Hunt or sack Patrick Mahomes?
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Jon Meterparel
5 years
Excited and honored to be back for another season of play by play for @espn college hoops. Looking forward to the season starting in three weeks, and working with the best people in the biz.
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
5 days and counting until @BCFootball . 9 true frosh are on the initial 2 deep. Most I’ve seen in many years. Proof Eagles recruiting has been outstanding. Don’t miss the opener Saturday @WEEI 850, @SIRIUSXM , @Learfield , 11:30 AM.
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
The Cooks deal for the @Patriots is a steal of epic proportions. Mark him down for 80, 1,300 and 10 TD's. Fastest WR since Stanley Morgan?
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Welcome to @espn headquarters in Bristol. Home for the next few hours to call ⁦ @BCMBB ⁩ vs ⁦ @GopherMBB ⁩ 7:00 ⁦ @ESPNU ⁩. Join me and ⁦ @BrookeWeisbrod ⁩ as we tip off the @acc -⁦ @bigten ⁩ challenge.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
T minus three days and counting. Excited to be back with ⁦ @BCIMGSportsNet ⁩. Eagles host ⁦ @UMassFootball ⁩ Sat 12:30 ⁦ @WEEI ⁩ ⁦ @tunein
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
Brady is clearly the GOAT and my boy and the Falcons pulled off the greatest choke in @nfl history. There are no words.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
Happy to announce a new podcast venture and honored to be a part of it with the great team @pod617 . Listen to the Meter is Running, with Rick Carlisle. Also check out our first episode, with the legendary @HarlanCoben .
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Jon Meterparel
3 years
Two weeks from tonight join us for the first @BCFootball radio show with @CoachJeffHafley . Drop by Donahues in Watertown and say hello 7-8 @WEEI @BCSportsProp @Learfield #Getin #17days
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Jon Meterparel
7 years
Do you really want Jim Leyland or Tony Larussa to manage the @redsox ? Sign me up for Cora, Kapler or Disarcina instead.
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Jon Meterparel
6 years
Excited to call the ⁦ @UConnMBB ⁩ game tonight at the house that Ron Francis built. Join us @6 :00 ⁦ @ESPNU ⁩.
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Jon Meterparel
5 months
Let me be the 8,689th person in the last 2 minutes to write that Tracy Chapman was pure gold with Luke Combs at the Grammys. Fast Car never sounded better.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Loved what I saw from @BCMBB in the 1st half against @NovaMBB . Jay Heath showed why he’s one of the best players no one talks about, and transfers like Frederic Scott, will clearly help the cause.
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
Special thanks to all who sent kind words about my Dad. It means more than you know, to see what an impact he had on many. He loved you all, just as much as you loved him. #hummbaby
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Jon Meterparel
4 years
The Red Bandana game balls are ready to roll. Special thanks to ⁦Joe Flynn ⁦ @BCFootball ⁩ for taking care of the ⁦ @BCSportsProp ⁩ team. #Swag
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