MHCA Baseball commissioner recognized for 30 years

On June 2nd MHCA Baseball Commissioner Michael Pressman received a special honor recognizing his 30 years of service with the youth baseball league.

The City of Madison, Madison Parks, and the Midvale Heights Community Association presented a rare Madison City tribute to Michael Pressman, longtime baseball commissioner of Midvale Heights. The tribute notes that from this day forward - the baseball diamond at Oak Park Heights Park (often called Piper Park) - will officially be called “Michael Pressman Diamond".

Pressman was honored for his 30 years of volunteer service teaching nearly 3,000 children about playing baseball, working together, and having fun. The recognition acknowledges how his efforts not only benefited the children who participated in the games but also contributed to the civic health of the entire community.

The tribute was announced on the first day of the 2026 season for Midvale Heights Community Association youth baseball league. District 11 Alder Bill Tishler, Madison Parks Superintendent Eric Knepp, and MHCA President Joy Cardin presented the honor.

The community was invited and many individuals and families who have participated in Midvale Heights youth baseball were in attendance to celebrate.