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Pastor Joe Nelms Revives Spirit at Hockey Game

1/27/2025

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Pastor Joe Nelms, famous for his unforgettable NASCAR invocation in 2011, brought his charm back to the spotlight with a lively pre-game prayer at a Greenville Swamp Rabbits hockey match. Infusing humor and local flair into his words, Nelms uplifted the crowd, but the Swamp Rabbits ultimately fell short, losing 3-2 to the Reading Royals. NASCAR fans eagerly await the 2025 season kickoff on February 2.

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Story summary

Pastor Joe Nelms, famous for his unforgettable NASCAR invocation in 2011, brought his charm back to the spotlight with a lively pre-game prayer at a Greenville Swamp Rabbits hockey match. Infusing humor and local flair into his words, Nelms uplifted the crowd, but the Swamp Rabbits ultimately fell short, losing 3-2 to the Reading Royals. NASCAR fans eagerly await the 2025 season kickoff on February 2.