• NEXT UPTD CLUB MEETING
  • November 3, 2026 at 7PM E. Greenville Fire Co.

Community Captains

Under head coach Dan Heinrichs, the Upper Perk football team continues the tradition of our “Community Captain” recognition program to honor and recognize community members who have put the community before themselves and who serve the community of the Upper Perkiomen Valley with pride and continued efforts to keep “the Valley” a great and safe place in which to reside.

Before the start of each home football game, the selected “Community Captain” walks onto the field alongside the football team’s player captains where they witness the coin toss. After the coin toss, the “Community Captains” remain at midfield while an announcement is made describing the individual’s contributions to the community as they are celebrated for their service to the Upper Perkiomen community and its residents.

The 2026 Community Captains are…

Mr. Bob McCarty

Bob has lived in East Greenville his entire life and graduated from Upper Perk in 1997. He has dedicated countless hours to serving the community through multiple organizations.He has been a member of the East Greenville Fire Department for 32 years, the Upper Perk Rotary Club for 9 years, and the UPV Chamber of Commerce for 15 years. Bob is also the President/Owner of Valley Lock & Door.Bob has served on the executive committee, chaired the house committee, served as Rotary president, and chaired fundraising efforts. He has also been involved in numerous local events, including the 4th of July celebration and the Christmas Parade.

Mr. Thomas A. Sally

Tom served 21 years in the United States Air Force as a C-130 Crew Chief, supporting major operations including Just Cause, Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Provide Comfort, Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. His decorated career took him to duty stations across Panama, Italy, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Kuwait.
After retiring from the Air Force in 2004, Tom continued serving others as a Social Studies teacher at Kutztown High School for 12 years. He later became active with VFW Post 5954 in Red Hill, serving four years as Post Commander. Today, he is Commander of VFW District 16, supporting veterans throughout Montgomery, Bucks and Berks counties.
From military service, to education, to advocating for fellow veterans, Tom has built a life around service, leadership and giving back.

Mr. Larry Frankenfield, Senior

Representing Larry at the coin toss ceremony tonight is his son, Larry Junior. Larry service to others spanned SIX decades, much of his adult life, until his passing in July. Graduating from nearby Souderton HS in 1966, Larry served the Upper  Perkiomen community as a police officer, constable, devoted member of the Lions Club, board member of the Open Link, and as a volunteer with Meals on Wheels.
Always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need, Larry’s service extended well beyond the local community, spending a decade plus as a district and state governor with the Lions organization. As a devoted family member and volunteer one, he was proud of all of his volunteer contributions, but perhaps the one that gave him most joy was playing Santa Claus at the holidays and delivering fruit baskets to local seniors.

Mr. Jim Bardman

For nearly five decades, Jim has dedicated his time and expertise to Upper Perk athletes. From 14 years as a volunteer football coach to building a powerlifting program recognized statewide, his commitment has helped shape generations of student-athletes.

Whether through coaching, encouragement, or donating equipment, Jim has always been all in for our community.