Scott Cline, a Portland native with more than three decades in collegiate baseball, has been named the Missouri Valley Conference’s coordinator of baseball umpires, a role that places him at the helm of the league’s officiating standards.
A Proven Track Record
Cline’s career includes stints as the NCAA’s national coordinator for baseball umpires since March 2025, where he supervised 10 Division I super regionals, 20 regionals and four College World Series appearances. His extensive portfolio also features over 30 years of umpiring at the Division I level, earning him a reputation for meticulous preparation and deep rule knowledge.
Conference Leadership Weighs In
Missouri Valley Conference Commissioner Jeff Jackson highlighted Cline’s ‘extensive background and leadership’ in developing umpires, stating that his appointment aligns with the conference’s commitment to maintaining high‑quality officiating across its baseball events.
Looking Ahead
Cline expressed enthusiasm about representing the Missouri Valley Conference, citing its rich baseball tradition and the opportunity to prepare umpires for conference competitions while upholding rigorous performance standards. In his new position, he will oversee umpire preparation for conference tournaments, coordinate training and assignments, and work closely with officials to ensure consistent, top‑tier performance throughout the season.