Protect The Game

05/30/2026

As our partner Battlefields to Ballfields says……

Purpose isn’t always found in big moments, it’s built over time.

Every game you show up to, every call you make, every decision under pressure… it all adds up.

That consistency, that commitment: that’s where growth happens.

And before you know it, you’re not just part of the game… you’re making an impact far beyond it.

05/25/2026

Honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.

05/24/2026

We ❤️🤍💙 you Veterans Life Magazine and appreciate the incredible pictures and stories you bring forth…..thank you.

As we head into Memorial Day, it’s a time to pause, reflect, remember and honor the men and women who never made it home—those who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces, whether during wartime, training, or deployments abroad.

But remembrance shouldn’t be limited to just one day.

Marine Corps veteran Rodger Asai found a powerful way to memorialize those who lost their lives. What started as grief—and a question of how to truly remember—became something deeply tangible. He created a "TAPS-a-stree" rug.

The rugs are incredibly powerful—and truly beautiful in a way that’s hard to put into words. Please take a moment to read his story and see the work for yourself:
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05/23/2026

Our 501c3 organization, called Protect The Game will be running our fundraising golf ⛳️ tournament on August 15th at Highland Meadows Golf Course. We train and equip military ❤️🤍💙 veterans to become youth sports umpires/officials, and then put them to work.
Will you play in our tournament and support our biggest fundraiser of the year please?
Enter here, or become a hole sponsor ⬇️:
www.protectthegame.org
Jordan Cohen Jon Quick Alex Skandalis Rob Silverthorn Patty Seaser Andy Hansen Anne Tynan Pat Hansen Jason Nowak

Protect The Game: Nonprofit for veterans in sports officiating.

05/23/2026

Such meaningful words shared here by the Potter Volunteer Fire Department……

As we head into Memorial Day weekend, we’d like to honor and remember the brave individuals who gave the ultimate sacrifice to our country. Your service and sacrifice provide us the freedoms we all enjoy in the greatest nation on earth … the “USA”.

Also, we would like to thank everyone who has served or is currently serving, as well as all first responders …. thank you!

Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend!!

05/22/2026

Officiating offers more than just time on the field.

It’s a chance to:
✔ Earn extra income
✔ Stay active and engaged
✔ Be part of a team again
✔ Give back to your community

It’s not just a role, it’s a new chapter.

05/19/2026

Veterans bring something special to the field.

✔ Strong decision-making under pressure
✔ Leadership and command presence
✔ Discipline and accountability
✔ Confidence in high-stakes moments

These aren’t just skills: they’re game-changers.

That’s why veterans don’t just officiate… they lead.

05/19/2026

How are you planning on spending your Memorial Day weekend?

If you live in northern Colorado, you'll definitely want to check out the Liberty 250 exhibit at the Veterans Plaza of Northern Colorado.

This special exhibition will take visitors back to the founding days of our nation and the fight for independence that shaped the freedoms we still cherish today.

It is a meaningful reminder that freedom has never been free, and that America’s story was built by those willing to stand for something larger than themselves.

05/16/2026

‼️ Feature Friday ‼️
Shoutout to our incredible partners, the Wisconsin Umpires Association, for helping us expand the reach and impact of Protect the Game in Milwaukee.
We’re especially grateful to Steve Hilgendorf and David Furru () for their continued support and leadership. Since 1927, the WUA has been a cornerstone for officiating in southeastern Wisconsin, and we are proud to work alongside an organization dedicated to the training and development of over 200 baseball and softball umpires.
From the independent minor leagues to youth fields, we’re building the future of the game together. Be sure to check out the attached photos to see the mission in action!

05/10/2026

Happy National Golf Day ⛳ Honor the tradition. Support the mission. What a perfect day to promote our golf tournament in August! Sign up today through our website.