United Collegiate Umpires Appointed Cape Cod Baseball League Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed Cape Cod Baseball League Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

Factoryville, PA – January 2, 2023 – United Collegiate Umpires (UCU) has been appointed Coordinator of Baseball Umpires for the Cape Cod Baseball League (CCBL).

“We are excited to add the Cape Cod Baseball League to the list of outstanding summer leagues assigned by United Collegiate Umpires,” stated UCU President, Chris Marshall. “With this addition, umpires are afforded another exceptional stage to display their talents in support of the CCBL student-athletes and coaches. A special thank you to Chuck Sturtevant and Eric Zmuda for entrusting the league’s umpire program to us. We look forward to a successful partnership for years to come.”.

As the CCBL takes their umpire program in a new direction, Commissioner, Eric Zmuda is excited: “The Cape League is excited to be partnering with UCU, and I look forward to working with Chris [Marshall], Alex [Skandalis], and everyone at United Collegiate Umpires, as we embark on our new agreement with their umpire group.”

United Brand Chief Executive Officer, Alex Skandalis, cites the benefits of this partnership from a developmental perspective: “The new partnership provides additional access to technological resources allowing us to monitor, evaluate, train, and promote umpires with more tangible evidence than ever before. We all look forward to working on the Cape this summer.”

About The Cape Code Baseball League

Founded in 1885, The Cape Cod Baseball League is a premier collegiate summer baseball league, as one of six MLB players have played in the league. Following a decade (1974-84) of using aluminum bats, the CCBL became the first collegiate summer league to use wooden bats in 1985.

The Cape Cod Baseball League has a 44-game regular-season schedule and a postseason comprised of best-of-three quarterfinals, semifinals, and a championship series.

About United Collegiate Umpires

Founded in 2014, UCU supervises baseball conferences in Division I (America East, Ivy League, Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Northeast Conference), Division III (Atlantic East, Empire 8, Liberty, NESCAC, NJAC, North Atlantic, SUNYAC, and United East), NJCAA Region III and XIX, and the RussMatt Invitational. Offering superior continuing umpire education, UCU has participated in the implementation of training programs throughout the country, including presentations made as part of the NCAA Umpire Improvement Program.

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed North Atlantic Conference Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed North Atlantic Conference Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

Mahwah, NJ – July 14, 2021 – United Collegiate Umpires (UCU) has been appointed North Atlantic Conference (NAC) Coordinator of Baseball Umpires.

“I would like to thank Commissioner Zalot, Associate Commissioner Roy, the athletic directors and members of the NAC search committee for their confidence in our program, demonstrated through this appointment”, stated UCU Executive Vice-President, Alex Skandalis.

Skandalis continued, “We have long-standing relationships with many of the institutions and members of the NAC community through various previous assigning ventures. We are excited to work with the NAC in our role as their first Coordinator of Baseball Umpires and work to bring a centralized, consistent officiating product to their baseball program.”

“We are excited to move forward with an excellent group of professionals who will enhance the playing experience for student athletes in the NAC,” stated NAC Commissioner Marcella Zalot.

NAC Associate Commissioner, Kate Roy added: “The committee was impressed with Alex [Skandalis] and the entire United Collegiate Umpires team through the search process. They are top-rate professionals who will provide excellent umpiring for NAC Baseball. Our baseball administrators and coaches are excited to work with this team, too.”

About United Collegiate Umpires

Founded in 2014, UCU supervises baseball conferences in Division I (America East, Ivy League, Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Northeast Conference), Division III (Atlantic East, Empire 8, Liberty, NAC, NEAC, NJAC and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, Interstate Collegiate Baseball League, Metropolitan Collegiate Baseball League, New England Collegiate Baseball League, the New York Collegiate Baseball League and RussMatt Invitational. Offering superior continuing umpire education, UCU has participated in the implementation of training programs throughout the country, including several presentations made as part of the NCAA Umpire Improvement Program.

About North Atlantic Conference

Founded in 1996, the North Atlantic Conference (NAC) provides transformational growth opportunities for student athletes. The conference is guided by the NCAA Division III philosophy and core values, to include Excellence, Integrity, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and Well-Being. Collectively, the conference serves the mission of each member institution.

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United Collegiate Umpires to Delay Release of 2021 Umpire Schedules

United Collegiate Umpires to Delay Release of 2021 Umpire Schedules

Mahwah, NJ – September 9, 2020 – Due to continued COVID-19-related uncertainty, United Collegiate Umpires will delay the release of individual umpire schedules to an as-yet-to-be-determined date. Traditionally, UCU Division I conference assignments have been released on October 31, with Division I non-conference, Division III and junior college assignments released on December 31.

UCU Executive Vice President Alex Skandalis stated, “Since inception we have prioritized release of staff umpire schedules well in advance of the upcoming baseball season. This approach provides schedule certainty for umpires and, most important, allows for greater efficiency in responding to the inherent weather-related changes throughout our conference client’s geographical footprint. Despite the delay, our expectations remain that all 2021 schedules will be released in a timely manner, as soon as we possibly can do so.”

About United Collegiate Umpires

Founded in 2014, UCU supervises baseball conferences in Division I (America East, Ivy League, Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Northeast Conference), Division III (Atlantic East, Empire 8, Liberty, NEAC, NJAC and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, Interstate Collegiate Baseball League, Metropolitan Collegiate Baseball League, New England Collegiate Baseball League, the New York Collegiate Baseball League and RussMatt Invitational. Offering superior continuing umpire education, UCU has participated in the implementation of training programs throughout the country, including several presentations made as part of the NCAA Umpire Improvement Program.
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United Travel Umpires Names Derek Whitfield National Director of Logistics

United Travel Umpires Names Derek Whitfield National Director of Logistics

Mahwah, NJ – March 30, 2020 – United Travel Umpires (UTU) has named Derek “Whit” Whitfield National Director of Logistics, effective immediately. Based in Indianapolis initially, Whitfield will tackle multiple roles at UTU, including managing day-to-day logistics at Grand Park. Whitfield, working closely with Chief Executive Officer, Alex Skandalis and National Director of Operations, Rob Silverthorn, tournament directors, and the umpire staff, will serve as the third member of the UTU Management Team.

“I saw the leadership value and management qualities Derek brings to an assigning organization last summer in Indianapolis”, stated Alex Skandalis.

Skandalis continued, “In a new venture, I always want to surround myself with people who work, think and act as I do. Working with Derek and Rob [Silverthorn], I am now surrounded by two men who understand what “getting the job done” and “putting out fires” in a businesslike, calm and fair manner truly means in an assigning operation of this magnitude. After some back and forth over the course of the past four months, I am truly glad we were able to hammer out an agreement to bring Derek on-board with UTU. I believe his previous experience at Grand Park and LakePoint, combined with his prior relationships with many umpires and tournament staff will serve all of us well.”

A return to working with Bullpen Tournaments and Prep Baseball Report is one Whitfield is looking forward to. “Returning to work at two of the nation’s premier baseball complexes in Grand Park and LakePoint is very special to me. These tournaments give umpires, young and old, a place to hone their skills throughout the summer, working some of the top amateur baseball in the country. Summer 2020 will be a very exciting one for Bullpen Tournaments, Prep Baseball Report and UTU and I am thrilled to be a part of it.”

What They’re Saying About Derek Whitfield

“We are thrilled to have Whit back on-site at Grand Park in 2020. Derek is a high integrity individual who fits in very well with our work culture, we look forward to continued success with him in 2020.” – Michael Tucker, Vice-President, Bullpen Tournaments

“I am very excited for Derek. A great choice. The thing I love about Derek is that he possesses two strong qualities -empathy and problem-solving. He will use those qualities in combination and be a valuable asset to UTU.” – Scott Taylor, Division II National Coordinator of Umpires, National Collegiate Athletic Association

About Derek Whitfield

Born in Biloxi, MS, Derek Whitfield is a graduate of Loyola University (New Orleans), where he also played baseball. Derek has been an umpire for six years with stops at every level of NCAA, NAIA and NJCAA baseball, the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball and the American Association.

About United Travel Umpires

Founded in 2019, United Travel Umpires, the sister Company to United Collegiate Umpires, supervises a national staff of umpires, supporting all aspects of youth baseball events by creating a positive and constructive officiating experience for tournament organizers, participants, fans, and umpires alike.

Contact: Alex Skandalis | 908-432-4543 | [email protected]

United Collegiate Umpires Appointed Atlantic Baseball Confederation Collegiate League Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed Atlantic Baseball Confederation Collegiate League Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

Mahwah, NJ – November 26, 2019 – United Collegiate Umpires (UCU) has been appointed Atlantic Baseball Confederation Collegiate League (ABCCL) Coordinator of Baseball Umpires.

“I am extremely excited to welcome the ABCCL into the United Family”, stated UCU Executive Vice-President, Alex Skandalis.

Skandalis continued, “The opportunity for our umpires to work locally in New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania during the summer months in a highly competitive collegiate summer league is a huge win for our training and advancement program, the umpires and the ABCCL student-athletes. I look forward to working with Commissioner [Mike] Kolesar, Chief Operating Officer [Brian] Delahant and the various GMs and head coaches in the upcoming season to bring the ABCCL the same level of quality service and officiating we provide to NCAA and NJCAA institutions in the same footprint.”

“Our program, the ABCCL, is excited to announce we are choosing to trust United Collegiate Umpires as our official umpire assignor”, stated ABCCL President, Mike Kolesar. “With our league’s growth in our 2020 season, it is very important we use a program like UCU that has the same passion and dedication as our program.”

About United Collegiate Umpires

Founded in 2014, UCU supervises baseball conferences in Division I (America East, Ivy League, Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Northeast Conference), Division III (Atlantic East, Empire 8, Liberty, NEAC, NJAC and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, Atlantic Baseball Confederation Collegiate League, Interstate Collegiate Baseball League, Metropolitan Collegiate Baseball League, New England Collegiate Baseball League, and the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Offering superior continuing umpire education, UCU has participated in the implementation of training programs throughout the country, including several presentations made as part of the NCAA Umpire Improvement Program.

About Atlantic Baseball Confederation Collegiate League

With a geographical footprint in New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania, the ABCCL Enters its 19th season of play in 2020 with 14 teams. The ABCCL has established a well-earned reputation for high-quality play and a unique spirit of cooperation and partnership with college programs throughout New Jersey, the Atlantic Region and beyond.

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NECBL 2019 Umpire of Year Announced

NECBL 2019 Umpire of Year Announced

Mahwah, NJ – August 8, 2019 – Tony Letizio (Berlin, CT) has been named the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) 2019 Umpire of the Year as selected by the league’s coaches, administrators and commissioner’s office.

UCU Executive VP, Alex Skandalis, who coordinates the collegiate summer league, believes Tony’s recognition is well-deserved:

“I am extremely pleased with the NECBL’s choice for Umpire of the Year. I have known Tony for close to 10 years and am proud of his development as an umpire, culminating with this prestigious award which I know he will appreciate. His umpire ability, demeanor, work ethic and willingness to always put the crew first make him a true ambassador for United Collegiate Umpires, both on and off the field.”

About United Collegiate Umpires

Founded in 2014, UCU supervises baseball conferences in Division I (America East, Ivy League, Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, Northeast Conference), Division III (Atlantic East, Empire 8, Liberty, NEAC, NJAC and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, Interstate Collegiate Baseball League, Metropolitan Collegiate Baseball League, New England Collegiate Baseball League, the New York Collegiate Baseball League and RussMatt Invitational. Offering superior continuing umpire education, UCU has participated in the implementation of training programs throughout the country, including several presentations made as part of the NCAA Umpire Improvement Program.

About New England Collegiate Baseball League

The New England Collegiate Baseball League is a wooden bat college summer league fielding teams in all six New England states, with 13 organizations overall. Partially funded by Major League Baseball, the NECBL started play in 1994 and has sent over 100 alumni to the Major Leagues. Visit http://www.necbl.org.

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Dan Miller, VP, Digital Media/Public Relations
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