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This is a passion project and service to the Greek community. We cover news about Greek athletes, coaches and managers, sports team owners, executives, media, officials, business owners, and related topics of interest. North America is our primary focus but we also cover general sports and gaming issues related to Greece and Hellenes throughout the world. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA Thank you for visiting!
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James Kezios
James (Jim) Kezios was born in Greece and immigrated to the United States with his family. A graduate of Southern Illinois University with a degree in Radio and Television, Jim built a career defined by leadership, creativity, and lasting relationships in broadcast and sports media.
He began his broadcasting career at WCIU-TV Chicago and WJJD Radio, followed by an award-winning ten-year tenure at WMAQ-AM. Rising through advertising sales to become General Manager, Jim led the station to consecutive record-breaking years, including becoming the first NBC radio station to bill $1 million in a single month.
During this time, he earned the Wharton School of Business Radio Sales Certification and formed a long-standing professional relationship with Coach Mike Ditka and the Chicago Bears. Jim went on to co-found KOST Broadcast Sales, helping grow the company into a leading independent broadcast marketing organization specializing in the production, sales, and syndication of radio and television programming. Among its earliest and most notable ventures was The Mike Ditka TV Show, followed by extensive partnerships with the Chicago Bears, producing and syndicating programs such as Chicago Bears Weekly, Chicago Bears Insider, the Chicago Bears Luncheon Series, Bears preseason games, and the sports discussion television show Chevrolet SportsFire.
Jim’s greatest professional accomplishment was serving as Co-Founder and President of Pro Football Weekly–TV, now in its 40th season. His career also included a 20-year partnership with the IHSA Basketball Tournament and a long-standing relationship with the Chicago Bulls as the team’s regional television syndicator. A two-time Emmy Award recipient and honoree of the Illinois Broadcasters Association Silver Dome Award, Jim was also recognized by the United Hellenic American Congress in their Salute to Hellenes in the Broadcast Media.
Beyond broadcasting, he is a member of the USTA and the Illinois Harness Horsemen Association and, with longtime partner John Krillies, manages Tripoli Stable, racing harness horses throughout the United States.
Jim and his wife Susan reside in Norridge, Illinois. He is the proud father of two daughters, Melissa (Randy) and Stephanie (Jack), and a devoted grandfather of four.
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Terry Poulos
Stephanie Byrne
WEB ADMINISTRATOR AND EDITOR OF GREEKSINSPORTS.COM
In the Greek American community, Terry is also currently a columnist at Hellenic News of America and sits on the Supreme AHEPA Athletics Hall of Fame selection committee. Additionally, he serves as admin for the Facebook group pages Greek Hoop Scoop and Greek Media Club.
Separately, Terry
WEB ADMINISTRATOR AND EDITOR OF GREEKSINSPORTS.COM
In the Greek American community, Terry is also currently a columnist at Hellenic News of America and sits on the Supreme AHEPA Athletics Hall of Fame selection committee. Additionally, he serves as admin for the Facebook group pages Greek Hoop Scoop and Greek Media Club.
Separately, Terry is publisher of TheSportsIndex.com, the benchmark sports stock market index, and a leading sports business news site. A pioneering edtech curriculum is in development.
Terry previously worked 20 years as an NFL Instant Replay Assistant. He was assigned to 14 playoff games, two conference championship games, and Super Bowl XLIX.
Terry holds a B.A. in Communications from Columbia College, Chicago. He also studied business and art at Illinois State University.
Stephanie Byrne
Stephanie Byrne
BOARD MEMBER, GREEKSINSPORTS.COM
Stephanie Byrne (Kezios) is a dedicated teacher and coach with a decade-long tenure as Head Girls Volleyball Coach at Elk Grove High School and prior experience as an Assistant Girls Volleyball and Assistant Boys Track & Field Coach.
She has extensive experience working with programs that emphasize athlete
BOARD MEMBER, GREEKSINSPORTS.COM
Stephanie Byrne (Kezios) is a dedicated teacher and coach with a decade-long tenure as Head Girls Volleyball Coach at Elk Grove High School and prior experience as an Assistant Girls Volleyball and Assistant Boys Track & Field Coach.
She has extensive experience working with programs that emphasize athlete development, leadership, and academic excellence. Most notably, Stephanie served as Elk Grove High School's Girls Athletic Director for one year, until she decided to step down and become a full-time mom to her son in 2023.
A former multi-sport standout at Resurrection High School from 1999-2003, Stephanie earned numerous student-athlete honors, including Daily Herald All-Area recognition in volleyball and track & field; Girls’ Catholic Athletic All-Conference recognition in volleyball, track & field, and academics; IHSA All-State Academic Team (Honorable Mention); and the United States Army Reserve's National Scholar Athlete Award. Her combined experience as a high-performing athlete and long-term coach underscores a proven track record of contributing to competitive teams, mentoring student-athletes, and fostering strong school-community athletic programs.
Dr. Melissa Wostratzky
Dr. Melissa Wostratzky
BOARD MEMBER, GREEKSINSPORTS.COM
Dr. Melissa Wostratzky is a social studies teacher at Downers Grove North High School with more than 21 years of experience.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Illinois, a master’s degree in history from Northeastern Illinois University, where she researched the role of athl
BOARD MEMBER, GREEKSINSPORTS.COM
Dr. Melissa Wostratzky is a social studies teacher at Downers Grove North High School with more than 21 years of experience.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Illinois, a master’s degree in history from Northeastern Illinois University, where she researched the role of athletics in Ancient Greek society, and a doctorate in curriculum and instruction from Northern Illinois University.
A former high school softball player, Melissa enjoys combining her passion for history and sports while cheering on her three daughters in their athletic pursuits. She has been married to Randall for 12 years and resides with her family in Oak Brook, Illinois.