An All-State receiver with the Bristol Eastern Lancers in 1970, Rick Schmaltz began his athletic career in the Forestville Little League, where he played on the 1964 District 5 champion team. He also played for Bristol Midget football.  

He was named to the All-CCIL football team in 1969 and 1970 while playing for the Lancers. He still holds the record for receiving eight passes for 160 yards in the Thanksgiving Day game in 1970.

He played football at St. Thomas Moore School, earning All-New England Prep honors, and then played four years with the University of Maryland, graduating in 1977. The Terrapins won 24 straight ACC games and appeared in the Peach, Liberty, Gator, and Cotton Bowls during his playing time.

He later played for the New Britain Flag Football champions and has been an A.S.A. certified umpire for Southington since 1995. 

Watch The Video