South Jersey reveals top 250 greatest athletes from 25 to 1

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Last updated Aug 10, 2026

South Jersey reveals top 250 greatest athletes from 25 to 1
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The Courier-Post sports staff has unveiled athletes ranked 25 to 1 in a list of the top 250 greatest athletes from South Jersey, coinciding with the celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. This segment features notable figures including Johnny Gaudreau, Corey Clement, and Jonathan Taylor. Athletes were selected based on their connections to South Jersey, requiring a high school education, formative years spent in the area, or significant achievements linked to the region. The full list will be released over the coming weeks, highlighting various sports accomplishments.

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  • Top 250 athletes ranked from 25 to 1 in South Jersey
  • Johnny Gaudreau had 243 goals in NHL career
  • Corey Clement won Super Bowl with Philadelphia Eagles
  • Jonathan Taylor set state record with 2,815 rushing yards
  • Release of the list celebrates the nation's anniversary
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  • 9:00 AMYahoo SportsRanking South Jersey's Top 250 greatest athletes, see Nos. 25-1
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South Jersey has produced some of the greatest athletes the United States has ever seen. For the country's 250th anniversary we picked the 250 best

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