Various sources around the net are reporting Al Kaplon, retired professional umpire among other things will referee the new American Gladiators. Alan Kaplon has been a professional Major League Baseball umpire, been in TV commercials, televsion shows and movies including ‘Dodgeball’ and ‘61*’. He seems like a logical choice with his professional MLB experience along with his extensive televison and movie roles. For more information on Al Kaplon check out his biography page.