The Elmira Impact are thrilled to announce Ralph Barrett IV as the team’s new broadcaster and media relations director for the 2024-25 season. Barrett, a recent graduate of Dean College with a degree in sports broadcasting (May 2024), is eager to build a career in sports broadcasting.Previously, Barrett served as a student-radio broadcaster for Dean College’s Power 88, covering men’s sports such as baseball, lacrosse, and basketball. He also gained experience calling NA3HL games for the Northeast Generals and spent this past summer broadcasting all home games for the Horseheads Hitmen in the New York Collegiate Baseball League. Barrett’s background and passion for the industry made him the ideal fit for this role, and Impact fans can look forward to his lively play-by-play on FloHockeyTV.“We’re excited to have Ralph as our home broadcaster this season,” said Impact President Tim Kolpien. “He’s a welcome addition to our talented broadcast legacy, following in the footsteps of Andy Ritter, Colby Smith, and Scottie Marro.”“I’m incredibly honored for the chance to broadcast for such an outstanding organization,” said Barrett. “My sincere thanks to Tim, Colby, Scottie, and everyone in the Elmira Impact organization for this opportunity. Broadcasting, especially for hockey, has always been my biggest dream. I’m grateful for the chance to start my professional journey here, and I’m committed to giving my all to the organization, fans, and everyone tuning in.