2004—Inductee who loves his sport of softball dearly.  Bill is still active in activities of the association providing knowledge and experience to others.

Bill Sheppard

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Eastern Officials Association

Serving the Greater Hampton Roads Area

The EOA Hall Of Fame Is Dedicated To Those

Officials or Individuals Who Have Shown Through Their

Dedication, Professionalism, Integrity, and Leadership

The Standard From Which All Others Should Be Measured

 

1999—Inducted posthumously , Bob was primarily a baseball umpire and a mentor to several of us.  He served as a clinician in numerous training sessions and was an early pioneer in providing “Big” game experience to many umpires in the NCAA Summer program.

2002—Inductee who is still active in the baseball community as a scout for professional baseball.  He also served years as a clinician, sharing his experiences and teaching others the trade he loves so well.

1999—Inducted posthumously, Arnie a long time volleyball official was very respected for his knowledge and personality on the court. As a mentor to many members of this association, he is sorely missed.

1998—Was the first inductee in the Hall of Fame.  Bullet is a baseball umpire, clinician, mentor, and supporter to many umpires within EOA.  He worked in the Olympics prior to retiring and still can be found on the field providing insight to young umpires around town.

Arnie Burell

Clyde “Ducky” Davis

Bob Hood

Richard “Bullet” Alexander

Hall of Fame

2007—Veteran professional umpire who contributed greatly to the growth of Baseball in EOA by teaching game philosophy.  He also created and implemented the evaluation / training system in use today, still helping umpires achieve the next level!

Rich Humphrey