Commitment to Officiating
Anita Klembara, wife of Michael, joins crew members (from l-r): Brad Shike, Jacob Pridemore, Charles Engel, Mike Purcell, Joe Marchio, Nick Coleman, and Dave Calleo prior to the Moravian vs. Muhlenberg game in recognizing the passing of Mike in the summer of '23.
Anita Klembara, wife of Michael, joins crew members (from l-r): Brad Shike, Jacob Pridemore, Charles Engel, Mike Purcell, Joe Marchio, Nick Coleman, and Dave Calleo prior to the Moravian vs. Muhlenberg game in recognizing the passing of Mike in the summer of '23.
On Monday, July 10, 2023, our CCFO family lost a beloved official, mentor, and most importantly, a friend, Michael A. Klembara. In honoring his legacy, the Michael Klembara Commitment to Officiating Award was established. The award is presented annually (for the previous season) at the CCFO Spring Clinic to the official who best embodies the qualities Mike personified: an unwavering commitment to collegiate football officiating excellence, steadfast professionalism, unimpeachable integrity, and the unique distinction of being the commensurate crewmate, mentor and friend.
Annual Recipients
2024
Thomas Work
2023
Robert Geiss
Michael Klembara Golf Classic
2024