Bobby Thompson, a Blairsville native, played baseball at Blairsville High School from 2010-2013. He was a three-time Indiana All-Gazette team member, all Heritage Conference player and the captain of the 2013 PIAA District six champion Blairsville Bobcats. Coach Thompson attended Saint Vincent College, he later transferred to Westmoreland County Community College. While at WCCC he was utilized as a Utility Player having seen action in nearly position. Thompson was voted the Most Valuable Player by his teammates and coaches. Thompson was named first team All-Conference, first team All-Region and All-Region tournament team. He also collected All-Region academic honors as well. Post WCCC, Thompson had attended and played at California University of Pennsylvania. While at Cal Thompson saw time as an outfielder and pitcher. Thompson had success both on and off the field and was named a PSAC scholar athlete. Thompson saw continued playing success throughout his career including time in the Beach League in Myrtle Beach, SC, Great Lakes Summer Collegiate League as well as the Johnstown’s AAABA, where he was ultimately named an All Star as a utility player. Bobby went on to coach at his alma mater, California University of Pennsylvania in 2019. He helped the Vulcans set a new record for most wins in a single season. Thompson later joined the Indiana University of Pennsylvania coaching staff under head coach Steve Kline. Thompson’s responsibilities included working with hitters and outfielders. He helped coach the Crimson Hawks to a 27-22 record a 25-game turnaround. Thompson is in his 3rd year at All American, Bobby primarily focuses on hitting and outfield instruction. Thompson is entering his third season as a coach in the All-American Family. Bobby will be coaching the Team All American 10u Red team, as well as the Team All American 15U Blue. Thompson comes from a baseball family; he has countless family members that played at the collegiate and professional level as well. Bobby is married to Julia Drnjevich and resides in Delmont, PA.