Matthew Patin
Lafayette, LA
Summary
Dynamic baseball umpire and owner of Baseball Fundamentals LLC, skilled in relationship building and operations management. Successfully promoted sportsmanship and fair play while officiating high-pressure games for the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. Recognized for effective communication and talent development, fostering a respectful environment and mentoring new umpires.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Baseball Umpire/hitting Instructor
Baseball Fundamentals LLC
02.2017 - Current
- Fielded questions from athletes and coaches regarding specific scenarios and calls.
- Promoted fair play by consistently enforcing baseball regulations throughout each match.
- Maintained safety of players and fans in different situations.
- Communicated effectively with scorekeepers to ensure accurate record-keeping of game events.
- Maintained a professional demeanor and upheld high standards of integrity while officiating matches.
- Managed stressful game situations with poise, maintaining control of the field at all times.
- Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules.
- Upheld positive relationships with coaches, players, and league officials to foster a respectful environment within the sport.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations during games, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in fulfilling umpire responsibilities.
- Attended training sessions regularly to stay updated on rule changes, improving overall officiating quality in games.
State Official (Umpire)
Louisiana High School Athletic Association
02.2017 - Current
- Maintained a professional demeanor throughout games, effectively managing conflicts between players or coaches when necessary.
- Cultivated a culture of sportsmanship and ethical conduct.
- Officiated games fairly and impartially using sound judgment and decision-making skills.
- Improved game fairness by enforcing rules, regulations, and upholding the highest standards of sportsmanship.
- Stayed composed and professional in high-pressure and emotionally-charged situations with coaches, players and fans.
- Developed strong relationships with coaches and teams, promoting mutual respect and a positive atmosphere during games.
- Promoted good sportsmanship among athletes by modeling respectful behavior both on-field and off-field interactions with teams involved in competitions.
- Served as a mentor to new umpires, providing guidance on best practices for calling games fairly and accurately.
- Utilized excellent problem-solving skills to address disputes effectively and efficiently, ensuring a fair resolution for all parties involved.
- Assisted in organizing local tournaments, coordinating logistics for optimal success and efficiency.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Sports Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHHigh School Diploma - Advanced Education
Abbeville High School
Abbeville, LA05.1999
Skills
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Business management
- Operations management
- Business administration
- Consulting
- Talent development
- Service quality assurance
Accomplishments
- Achieved State and national certification by completing camps and skills competition with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of international pony World Series and various league sanctioned competitions.
Certification
NCAA/Louisiana high school officials association/multiple league certifications.
Leadership skills while serving in the US Army 14 yrs
Timeline
Owner/Baseball Umpire/hitting Instructor
Baseball Fundamentals LLC
02.2017 - Current
State Official (Umpire)
Louisiana High School Athletic Association
02.2017 - Current
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Sports Management
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma - Advanced Education
Abbeville High School