Ex-pitcher Beckett added to Unified Pros board

SCOTTSBORO, Ala. – Unified Pros announced today the second addition to its Athlete Advisory Board – retired MLB pitcher Josh Beckett. The advisory board will consist of a representative from the NFL, MLB, NBA, PGA and the professional fishing world. Retired NFL defensive tackle Bill Maas was announced last week.

Beckett, who pitched for the Florida Marlins, Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers and was a three-time All-Star, says he’s proud to join board.

“When I’m not spending time with my family, I’m spending my retirement in the outdoors hunting and fishing,” said Beckett. “I love Unified Pros’ concept of putting professional athletes from across all sports in fishing boats with professional anglers … and doing it all for a good cause.”

Unified Pros is a nonprofit alliance of professional athletes. Through sanctioned competitions, charity events and membership, the organization aims to elevate a love for outdoor competition while raising awareness for fisheries, habitats and their continued conservation. Unified Pros envisions an inclusive world where athletes collaborate and compete in the outdoor arena to create transformative experiences that make a lasting impact on individuals, communities, professional athletes, and the sport of bass fishing.

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