HISTORY | Northern California Scouts Association

OUR HISTORY

The association was started in the late 1960’s by a group of area scouts led by Eddie Bockman. The organization was initially named The Professional Baseball Scouts of Northern California. Constituents were intent on promoting professional baseball within the communities it serves along with helping those in times of need.

The MLB organizations represented the original supporters. Founding fathers including but not limited to Eddie Bockman and Gary Hughes remain revered for their contributions and are honored annually at our annual golf tournament.

The association continues to thrive as the Northern California Scouts Association, embracing its origin and reveling in its rich history, while welcoming new generations of donors and the community’s continued generosity.

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PRESIDENTS

Meet a few of the dedicated presidents who have led the

Northern California Scouts Association.

EDDIE BOCKMAN

Eddie Bockman was the first President of the Professional Baseball Scouts of Northern California, serving as the association’s president for three separate terms. His final term concluded in 1981.

GARY HUGHES (Right)

Gary Hughes pictured (above right) was a founding father of the association and served as its president 1979-1980,

JOHN HUGHES

John Hughes has served as the now named Northern California Scouts Association president since 1997. John’s impact has been enormous. His efforts are the glue that allow the association to thrive, including the establishment of the annual golf tournament which is in its 26th year.

OUR BOARD

As the proud board of the Northern California Scouts Association, we are dedicated to cultivating the next generation of baseball talent. With decades of experience as Major League Baseball Scouts, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our organization. We provide opportunities and resources to help our young athletes achieve their dreams.

JOHN HUGHES

PRESIDENT

ADAM VIRCHIS

SERGEANT AT ARMS

GABE ZAPPIN

VICE PRESIDENT

KEITH SNIDER

SECRETARY

BUDDY GOULDSMITH

TREASURER

2023 AWARDS

The Northern California Scouts Association is proud to recognize those individuals who impact the communites they serve and share our commitment to excellence in the game of baseball. They are dedicated to supporting and nurturing the next generation of talented players and we are excited to reward their efforts.

Former Eddie Bockman Award Winners left to right: Don Lyle, John Hghes, Scott Goldby, Deron Johnson, Rick Schroeder, Tom Davis, Keith Snider, Ed Sprague Jr, Rich Bordi, and Eric Kubota

Eddie Bockman “5 for 5” Award
John Hughes, Oakland Athletics

This award recognizes a professional baseball scout for their accomplishments and contributions to the game of baseball and the scouting profession. Eddie is a founding father of the Professional Baseball Scouts of Northern California later to become the Northern California Scouts Association. He will forever be recognized for promoting the game of baseball amongst the youth in our area as well as his “perfect day” response, “5 for 5”. He took it as far as to put the perfect day on his license plate.

Aaron Judge Humanitarian Award
Tommy Davis, Ripon, CA

In recognition of Aaron Judge and his All-Rise Foundation the Northern California Scouts Association has chosen to recognize an individual or individuals, like Aaron, that positively impact the Northern California baseball community. The award will forever carry Aaron’s name and embody the character he demonstrates both on and off the field. We are grateful for Aaron’s contributions and representation of his Northern California Community.

HS Coach of the Year
David Jeans, De La Salle

This award recognizes an area high school coach for his accomplishments, contributions to the area he represents and his willingness to go above and beyond to promote his players as well as the game of baseball.

JC Coach of the Year
Rich Gregory, Folsom Lake College

This award recognizes an area junior college coach for his accomplishments, contributions to the area he represents and his willingness to go above and beyond to promote his players as well as the game of baseball.

4YR Coach of the Year
Brad Sanfillipo, San Jose State

Minor League
Pitcher of the Year
Robby Snelling, San Diego Padres

This award recognizes a minor league pitcher drafted from the area for his accomplishments and contributions to the game of baseball and the area he represents.

Minor League Player of the Year
Darren Baker, Washington Nationals

This award recognizes a minor league player drafted from the area for his accomplishments and con (tributions to the game of baseball and the area he represents.