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 Appointed New Jersey Athletic Conference Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed New Jersey Athletic Conference Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

Mahwah, NJ – October 24, 2018 – United Collegiate Umpires (UCU) has been appointed New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) Coordinator of Baseball Umpires.

“As an organization this partnership with the New Jersey Athletic Conference is significant as we continue to grow and evolve”, stated UCU Executive Vice-President, Alex Skandalis.

Skandalis continued, “I would like to thank Commissioner Small, the athletic directors and members of the NJAC search committee for their confidence in our program, demonstrated through this appointment. This is a tremendous development for UCU umpires in the Mid-Atlantic Region as the NJAC is always among the top Division III baseball conferences nationwide. I can’t wait to get it started and look forward to a long-standing relationship”

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, and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, 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 New Jersey Athletic Conference

Founded in 1957, The New Jersey Athletic Conference is a college athletic conference affiliated with the NCAA’s Division III. Full members are in New Jersey. Affiliate members (track and football only) are in Delaware, Maryland, New York, and Virginia. The NJAC, called the New Jersey State Athletic Conference when founding institutional members Glassboro State College (now Rowan University), Montclair State College (now Montclair State University), Jersey City State College (now New Jersey City University), Newark State College (now Kean University), Trenton State College (now The College of New Jersey), and William Paterson College (now William Paterson University) collectively partnered to compete in intercollegiate competition. The NJAC has captured 63 NCAA Division III national team championships, including nine in baseball.

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed RussMatt Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed RussMatt Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

Mahwah, NJ – August 7, 2018 – United Collegiate Umpires (UCU) has been appointed RussMatt Central Florida Invitational Coordinator of Baseball Umpires in Division II, Division III, JUCO, and NAIA.

“Having worked at RussMatt early in my career, I experienced first-hand how important these early season games are for teams and umpires”, stated UCU President, Chris Marshall.

Marshall continued, “As a coordinator now with this vast inventory of competitive games in Central Florida, I am excited at the prospects in forming this partnership with RussMatt, widely viewed throughout the country as a superior spring destination. The opportunity to evaluate our staff and identify other talented umpires early in the season is a significant development in the evolution of our program.”

RussMatt President, Rob Sitz believes the partnership is mutually beneficial, stating:

“I am excited to partner with United Collegiate Umpires and their demonstrated commitment to training and development of umpires. We realize umpires are an important component in the overall experience and we believe this partnership will enhance the quality product RussMatt provides for all of our teams.”

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, and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, 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 RussMatt Central Florida Invitational

Founded in 2004, RussMatt has forged a national NCAA baseball reputation as a preeminent spring destination hosting 1,000-plus games for more than 250 colleges annually in Division I, Division II, Division III, JUCO, and NAIA.

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Dan Miller, VP, Digital Media/Public Relations
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United Collegiate Umpires Appointed Atlantic East Conference Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

United Collegiate Umpires Appointed Atlantic East Conference Coordinator of Baseball Umpires

Mahwah, NJ – July 27, 2018 – United Collegiate Umpires (UCU) has been appointed Atlantic East Conference (AEC) Coordinator of Baseball Umpires.

“We are very much looking forward to this partnership with the Atlantic East Conference”, stated UCU Executive Vice President, Alex Skandalis. “The trust placed in us by the AEC founding members is a testament to the work put in, on and off the field, by our umpires and provides an opportunity for all of us to grow and evolve with this new conference partner.”

Atlantic East Conference Commissioner, Jessica Huntley, stated: “We are excited to partner with United Collegiate Umpires as the first-ever baseball assigning group for the Atlantic East. As we launch our inaugural year, it was important we find the best assigners for our student-athletes, coaches, and teams.”

Huntley continued,“United Collegiate Umpires stood out to our coaches and administrators as the best amongst several qualified candidates. It’s a very exciting time to be a part of the Atlantic East and we are happy to have United Collegiate Umpires onboard.”

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, and SUNYAC), NJCAA Region III and XIX, 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 East Conference

The Atlantic East Conference is a Division III league formed of seven founding institutions including Cabrini University, Gwynedd Mercy University, Immaculata University, Marymount University, Marywood University, Neumann University, and Wesley College. The conference is formed to foster athletic competition and cooperation among academically selective, private colleges located in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. The geographic focus brings together some of the top colleges in the region, while still allowing for a strong conference of like-minded institutions, all of which integrate competitive athletics into the student-athletes university experience. The Atlantic East will initially sponsor and host championships for 19 sports within the NCAA Division III.

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Dan Miller, VP, Digital Media/Public Relations
201-906-2246
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