Frank Martz

Personal Account for the City Manager for the City of Altamonte Springs, Florida. All comments are mine. Retweets or likes are not endorsements or agreement.

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

We're excited to share that Pro Instructor Joel Chimelis has joined the Altamonte Baseball Academy!

Coach Chimelis brings more than 37 years of professional baseball experience as both a player and coach. He previously served as a hitting coach in the Houston Astros organization, working with current MLB standouts including Alex Bregman, and also held coaching roles within the Angels, Mets and Nationals organizations.

Most recently, Coach Chimelis was the Hitting Coach for the Rocket City Trash Pandas in the Los Angeles Angels organization. His experience also includes coaching at the Triple-A level with the Syracuse Mets and Salt Lake Bees, as well as helping lead the Quad Cities River Bandits to the 2013 Midwest League Championship.

Drafted twice—first by the Atlanta Braves and later by the Oakland A’s—Coach Chimelis signed out of the University of Texas, where he played shortstop under legendary Longhorns coach Cliff Gustafson. He enjoyed a 15-year professional playing career, including five seasons at the Triple-A level, and competed internationally in Mexico, China and Korea.

We’re proud to bring his professional experience and passion for player development to the #ABA. 🔥⚾ #WhereYouTrainMatters #InstructorSpotlight (Courtesy of Macks Mets)

[WFTV Channel 9 @WFTV]

Altamonte Springs Halloween event to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation https://t.co/j78jhLdRsO

[Bob O’Malley @bomalley]

Thank you, Senator @JasonBrodeur, Representative David Smith, and @FDOT_Secretary for your support of #CraneRIDES, the @CityofAltamonte autonomous shuttle program. #FlaPol

[Bob O’Malley @bomalley]

332-unit apartment development set to break ground next to Altamonte Springs SunRail station
https://t.co/pCMnJkOfdS

[AngelsMiLB @AngelsMiLB]

Nick Rodriguez first pro HR

[The American @American_Conf]

HE DID IT AGAIN😱 WOODSON HAS WHEELS🌬️

📺 @CBSSportsCFB

#BuiltToRise x @NavyFB

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

The #ABA 12U All-Stars are headed back to the Cal Ripken World Series Championship Game! Last night, Big Red defeated Central Ozarks, MO 2-1 to claim the US Championship. Today they face Japan in the final showdown to defend their World Series title.

The 2025 Cal Ripken Major/70 World Series Championship Game is today, Saturday, August 16, at 4 p.m. EST at the Ballparks of America in Branson, MO. Watch it live on CNBC or join us for the official ABA Watch Party at Miller’s Ale House (477 E. Altamonte Dr., Altamonte Springs).

Come early and grab your spot. We'll have swag giveaways and cheer on Big Red as they battle for back-to-back World Series titles!

#LiveAltamonte #ABA #WorldSeries

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

🔥 ABA is WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND! 🔥 Your hometown ABA 12U All-Stars, the reigning 2024 11U Cal Ripken World Series Champions, are back in the finals defending their crown!

Don’t miss a moment—we're back at Miller’s Ale House at 4 p.m. today for the official ABA World Series Watch Party! We’ll be cheering, shouting and showing our full support as #BigRed takes the big stage. #LiveAltamonte #AltamonteAllStars

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

⚾ ABA is the US Champion of the World Series! After defeating Central Ozarks, MO 2-1, #BigRed has punched their ticket returning to the Cal Ripken World Series Championship Game. Shout out to Graham Camara, Player of the Game.

Back-to-back titles are within reach! Catch #ABA as they take on the top international team tomorrow, Aug. 16 at 4 p.m. EST, live on CNBC. Watch live with us at Miller’s Ale House (Altamonte Springs) at 4 p.m. #AltamonteAllStars #WorldSeriesBound

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

The Opening Ceremony has wrapped at the 2025 Cal Ripken World Series, and the energy is high! We’re honored to stand among the top teams from around the world. #BigRed is ready to represent #AltamonteSprings and the #ABA once again on the national stage. https://t.co/ZjqXQ0lney

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

That’s a wrap for our 8U #ABA All-Star team! This talented squad competed in the #WorldSeries, were crowned District 11 Champions and finished as State runners-up. Our boys closed out the season with an impressive 11-4 record, outscoring opponents 199-79, including two shutouts.

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

#BigRed is on the board! Our #ABA 12U All-Star team kicked off their first game of the #WorldSeries with a impressive 15-0 win over Easton, MA! Shout out to Player of the Game, Fernando Moncada. We’re off to a great start. Let’s keep it rolling, boys! #AltamonteAllStars

[AltamonteBaseball @AltamonteABA]

#ABA 12U All-Stars are returning to the big stage! 🏆⚾ After winning the 2024 Cal Ripken 11U World Series Championship, the team is in Branson, MO for the 2025 Cal Ripken 12/70 World Series, starting August 8. Watch the action: https://t.co/vCxb1JDEZm #GoBigRed #LiveAltamonte

[Stetson Baseball @StetsonBaseball]

Another Hatter to the Bay!

Congrats Isaiah on being selected by the @SFGiants in the 10th round of the #MLBDraft!

#GoHatters | @StetsonHatters | #HattersInThePros

[Frank Martz @fwmartz]

Congratulations to @BarkettIsaiah and the Barkett Family!

@abarkett17

[Burlington Sock Puppets @GoSockPuppets]

The Giants found themselves a gem in the 10th round. 💎

Congratulations to @BarkettIsaiah on getting drafted. 🔥🔥🔥

[AngelsWin.com @AngelsWin]

The #Angels in the 10th round draft second baseman Nick Rodriguez (LH) out of Missouri State.

Slashed .368/.444/.702/ good for a 1.145 OPS, clubbed 18 home runs in 55 games.

First Team All-American (ABCA) and MVC Joe Carter Player of the Year with one of the top individual seasons in school history. MVC Defensive Team selection with a .976 fielding percentage in 246 chances.

Had a 40-game hit streak from March 9-May 23, 2025

[Halo Life ⚾ @_HaloLife]

The Angels' 10th round selection in the #2025MLBDraft:
Nick Rodriguez - 2B (Missouri St.)
3rd straight pick of power-hitting college hitters
#RepTheHalo

[Altamonte Springs @CityofAltamonte]

The City and @SeminoleState are offering a FREE 4-session workshop to boost your career. Perfect your resume, nail interviews and gain tools for success!

📅 March 8, 15, 22 & 29
⏰ 11 AM – 1 PM
🗺️ Altamonte Springs City Library
🎯 Ages 18+

Register now: https://t.co/g1wORWY1Yn

[Frank Martz @fwmartz]

Altamonte Springs Spotlighted as Model for Urban Innovation in New Book | Transportation Update | Wed., February 12, 2025 https://t.co/UxzI7kCT3u

[Altamonte Springs @CityofAltamonte]

Altamonte Springs is making waves in urban innovation! We’re featured in "City Tech", a book by @LandPolicy highlighting cities redefining the future with bold, tech-driven solutions. From Uber partnerships to CraneRIDES, we’re leading the way! https://t.co/Lf0z7pgRn3