March 1, 2009 Interviewer: The Coach – http://www.MarylandBaseballRankings.com Interviewee: Jeff Potter – Local Coach, Dad & Author of “Whatever Happened To Baseball” The Coach: “Jeff, welcome to MarylandBaseballRankings.com” Jeff Potter: Frank, it is a pleasure to talk baseball with you and give you some insight on what I do. The Coach: “Can...

Jeff Potter recently did an interview on RICK WOLFF’S SPORTS EDGE which is broadcast every Sunday morning from 8 am to 9 am. This lively call-in show focuses on contemporary and controversial issue that confront parents of athletes of all ages – from kids just starting out in sports to experienced travel team athletes at the high school level....

April 17, 2008 Gambrills Author’s Book Covers All Bases By: Dave Broughton It would be difficult to find someone who loves baseball more than Jeff Potter. While most fans of the game begin to perk up this time of year, Potter has baseball on his mind year round. Like most supporters of the game, Potter loves to sit and chat about baseball. But this year...

As you know, I didn’t really start reading your book until Christmas Eve… today is New Years Day and I just finished the last chapter. I found myself wiping tears from my eyes many times as I read the end of the book. The lessons learned from Coach Spellman, your Dad, the strength and determination of your son, the story about your brothers triple...

All I can say is WOW! I am up to the last chapter and don’t want it to end. There have been so many times I have teared up, perked up, and flat out cried during this read. One of the most moving and touching books I have read about baseball ever. I don’t know if it’s because it hits close to home, having grown up in Baltimore and lost to...

I just finished it about a week ago; it was very, very good. You really hit home on several points that have certainly been lost in youth baseball over the past several years. Thanks again for the book; I will be circulating it to several of the coaches in our organization. Dan Clouser General Manager Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club,...

I finished your book and find myself going back and reading again. The first time through, I got the impression that you were all over the place. As I read again, I realized that you were maturing; what was important as a kid changed as an adult. It’s no longer all about you. Your four points hit the nail on the head: passion, hard work, respect,...

The book was AWESOME! I’m not a huge book reader but was drawn to it and completed the book in just 3 days. I loved the stories about you and your experiences and could relate many to both my playing days and my coaching. The title of the book is perfect – I found myself prior to the book asking myself why are things different now-a-days than when I...

I have a copy of your book and it’s been my inspiration to do all I can for baseball and to my Lanham Community and beyond. So thanks and I look forward to working with you. Kevin Snowden Lanham Boys & Girls...

This book should be required reading for any one coaching youth baseball. The similarities to our family’s experiences are uncanny. I feel like I have enough material for a book myself but the problem is it’s kind of been done before – the Exorcist meets the Benchwarmers starring Glenn Close as you know who. I can’t wait for the sequel....

Wow what a thought provoking book! I am in the 8th chapter and can’t wait to get back to it. Yes I do relate to everything in the book so far BIG TIME! Thank you so much for handing this book to me. It has brought up some tremendous issues that I feel strongly about and see it the same way you do for the most part. It’s awesome to meet a guy and...

As a mom of two boys in organized sports, I was able to relate to Jeff’s book in many ways. Not only was it captivating and moving but it showed true passion! I am certain this book will have a positive impact on all those who read it. I highly recommend this book to moms, dads, kids, coaches and all others that are involved with youth activities and...

I finished the book “Whatever Happened to Baseball”. I think it should be mandatory reading for all coaches. I coached in the little Leagues myself and could relate to a lot of your stories. Again, you did an outstanding job reflecting on the lessons and experiences of kids playing baseball thru high school. Jim Barr Assistant Coach Sacramento...

Jeff Potter was recently interviewed by Frankie the Sports Guy on Sports Talk Live. Sports Talk Live discusses everything New York sports, on both the professional level and the amateur level. Past and present athletes, newspaper columnists, book authors, bloggers, and others join host Frank Maniscalco to offer their thoughts and opinions on the wide range of...

Jeff Potter has seen just about everything when it comes to youth baseball. Not all of it is good. The coach-turned-author has watched and coached youth baseball for more than eight years on all levels and has plenty to say about it in his book: “Whatever Happened to Baseball?” Potter came to Frederick Saturday as part of opening ceremonies at...