Thursday, February 10, 2011
Friday, December 17, 2010
Oakridge's Jamie Potts commits to Grand Valley to play both baseball and football
Oakridge's Jamie Potts commits to Grand Valley to play both baseball and football
Mike Mattson
The Muskegon Chronicle, December 17, 2010
Jamie PottsThree-sport standout Jamie Potts plans to become a two-sport man at Grand Valley State University.
Potts, an all-stater in football and baseball at Oakridge, made a verbal commitment Thursday night to play both sports for the Lakers.
“Central (Michigan) offered me a full ride for football, but it would be hard for me to give up baseball,” Potts said. “It came down to Grand Valley and Saginaw Valley. I wanted to go somewhere to win championships and that’s Grand Valley.”
Grand Valley football coach Matt Mitchell and baseball coach Steve Lyon were both present when Potts made his verbal commitment.
The Division II school has won four national championships in football and has one national runner-up finish in baseball.
In football, Potts broke or tied 12 school records as a quarterback and kicker. In baseball, he’s been an all-stater as a pitcher and center fielder.
Potts said he’ll likely be turned into a tight end in football. In baseball, he’ll likely play center field.
Both of Potts’ older brothers also graduated from Grand Valley.
Potts said the hardest part of his decision was passing on a full scholarship at CMU. But he also wanted to play college baseball and that opportunity seemed more manageable at Grand Valley.
“I was close to taking the Central offer,” said Potts, who is a key player on Oakridge’s boys varsity basketball team. “There was a lot of pressure from some people to go D-I.
“I just stepped back and knew I wanted to do both sports. Grand Valley gave me the best opportunity to succeed at both sports.”
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| Jamie Potts Scores TD vs. Muskegon Hts. in District Finals |
Mike Mattson
The Muskegon Chronicle, December 17, 2010
Jamie PottsThree-sport standout Jamie Potts plans to become a two-sport man at Grand Valley State University.
Potts, an all-stater in football and baseball at Oakridge, made a verbal commitment Thursday night to play both sports for the Lakers.
“Central (Michigan) offered me a full ride for football, but it would be hard for me to give up baseball,” Potts said. “It came down to Grand Valley and Saginaw Valley. I wanted to go somewhere to win championships and that’s Grand Valley.”
Grand Valley football coach Matt Mitchell and baseball coach Steve Lyon were both present when Potts made his verbal commitment.
The Division II school has won four national championships in football and has one national runner-up finish in baseball.
In football, Potts broke or tied 12 school records as a quarterback and kicker. In baseball, he’s been an all-stater as a pitcher and center fielder.
Potts said he’ll likely be turned into a tight end in football. In baseball, he’ll likely play center field.
Both of Potts’ older brothers also graduated from Grand Valley.
Potts said the hardest part of his decision was passing on a full scholarship at CMU. But he also wanted to play college baseball and that opportunity seemed more manageable at Grand Valley.
“I was close to taking the Central offer,” said Potts, who is a key player on Oakridge’s boys varsity basketball team. “There was a lot of pressure from some people to go D-I.
“I just stepped back and knew I wanted to do both sports. Grand Valley gave me the best opportunity to succeed at both sports.”
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Jamie Potts Class of 2011
Jamie Potts - Class of 2011
Present Personal Information
Hometown: Muskegon, Michigan
High School: Muskegon Oakridge Eagles
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 205 lbs
Football Information & Stats
Quarterback/Free Safety/Kicker/Punter
Career Total Offense
G Plays Rush Pass Total
40 393 3125 1932 5056
Career Scoring
Rushing TD Passing TD FG's PAT Points
50 26 20 157 506
Career Long Fiield Goals
51 yards – Jamie Potts vs Orchard View (09)
49 yards - Jamie Potts vs Orchard View (10)
48 yards - Jamie Potts vs Whitehall (10)
45 yards - Jamie Potts vs Muskegon Heights (10)
45 yards - Jamie Potts vs Orchard View (09)
Senior Football Season 2010
Season Record 9-3
2010 West Michigan Conference Champions
2010 District Champions
Personal Accomplishments & Stats
2010 AP All State Division 5 Defensive Back
2010 Detoit Free Press All State Division 5-6 Defensive Back
2010 All West Michigan Conference Quarterback
2010 All West Michigan Conference Defensive Back
2010 All West Michigan Conference Kicker
2010 All West Michigan Conference Hnorable Mention Punter
2010 Muskegon All Area Defensive Back
2010 Muskegon All Area Kicker
2010 AP All State Division 5 Defensive Back
School Record 516 Career Points
School Record 216 Season Points
School Record 50 Career Rushing TD’s
School Record 5 TD Passes in a game.
School Record 5056 yards Career Total Offense
Tied School Game Record (10-10 PAT)
Only Player in Oakridge History to have played in 40 Varsity Games
Only Player to have a game of 5 TD’s Rushing and another for 5 Passing TD’s
2010 Senior Stats
PASSING GP Att Cmp Int Yds TD
Jamie Potts 12 108 56 2 696 10
RUSHING GP Att Yds Avg TD Long GameAvg
Jamie Potts 12 193 1561 8.1 24 76 130.1
SCORING TD FGs PAT Tot
Jamie Potts 24 9-13 45-48 216
Junior Football Season 2009
Playoff Qualifier
33 Game Conference Win Streak
Personal Accomplishments & Stats
School Record 51 Yard Field Goal (2009)
Michigan AP All State Kicker Division 5 (2009)
Michigan AP Special Mention Defensive Back (2009)
Muskegon All Area Defensive Back & Kicker (2009)
All West Michigan Conference Defensive Back (2009)
Hon. Mention All Conf. Quarterback & Kicker (2009)
40 Yard Dash: 4.59 (NTS testing Center) Alma College
PASSING GP Att Cmp Int Yds TD
Jamie Potts 10 87 32 4 457 5
RUSHING GP Att Yds TD Long Avg
Jamie Potts 10 170 1095 15 67 6.4
SCORING TD FGs PAT Tot
Jamie Potts 15 7-10 30-32 143
Sophmore Football Season 2008
Season Record 14-0
Division 5 State Champions
West Michigan Conference Champions
Personal Accomplishments & Stats
2nd Team All Area Kicker
Honorable Mention Muskegon All Area Quarterback
Honorable Mention Muskegon All Area Punter
Honorable Mention All West Michigan Conference Quarterback
Honorable Mention All West Michigan Conference Kicker
Honorable Mention All West Michigan Conference Punter
School Records
School Record 68 PAT's (2008)
School Record 60% Pass Completion (2008)
School Game Record (10-10 PAT)
PASSING GP Att Cmp Int Pct Yds TD
Jamie Potts 14 74 44 4 59.5 779 11
RUSHING GP Att Yds TD Long Avg
Jamie Potts 14 62 588 11 60 9.5
SCORING TD FGs PAT Tot
Jamie Potts 11 3-6 67-76 142
Freshmen Football Season
Brought up to the Varsity to be starting Kicker and Backup Quarterback for 5 games
Baseball Information and Stats:
Junior Season Spring 2010
Team Accomplishments
Muskegon County Tournament Champions
District Champions
Individual Honors
Michigan Division 3 All State 1st Baseman (AP)
Michigan High School Baseball Coaches All State 1st Baseman
Muskegon All Area - Pitcher & Infielder
All West Michigan Conference - Pitcher & Infielder
Jamie Potts, Oakridge — One of the area’s top power pitchers, Potts went 6-0 with a 0.92 ERA and 64 strikeouts in his junior season. He also was a force at the plate, hitting .458 with four home runs, four triples, 10 doubles and 41 RBIs.
Stats:
2010 Oakridge Baseball Stats for Jamie Potts
Offense:
AB H 1B 2B 3B HR R RBI BB HBP SB AVG OBP Slg%
99 44 26 10 4 4 41 41 15 3 17 . 444 .525 .747
Pitching:
Record IP ER R H HR BB K HB ERA
6 – 0 43.3 5 9 17 0 19 64 2 1.04
Defense:
IP PO A E Fld%
149 53 22 2 . 974
Sophmore Season Spring 2009
Team Accomplishments
Muskegon County Tournament Champions
State Quarterfinalist
Individual Honors
Michigan Division 3 All State 1st Baseman (AP)
Michigan High School Baseball Coaches All State 1st Baseman
Muskegon All Area - Pitcher & Infielder
All West Michigan Conference - Pitcher & Infielder
Quote in AP All State Article:
"Potts, a sophomore, was the Eagles' leader on the mound and at the plate. He compiled a 12-4 record with an ERA of 1.06, 145 strikeouts and 29 walks in 86 innings. He threw a no-hitter in the state quarterfinals, while hitting .562. At the plate, Potts set school records for batting average (.548), 54 runs scored and 47 RBIs."
Struck out once all year
On base percentage of .603
Slugging percentage of .875
Positions: Pitcher (R) 12-4 Record 2009
Pitches Fastball - 87mph Hard Curve Change - 76-78mph
Coach Brandon Barry stated:
"Jamie plays first base, outfield, and all infield positions as well as catcher when needed. He will most likely be a power hitting outfielder or first baseman in college. I believe Jamie will be one of those rare players that will pitch as well as play a position. Jamie throws right, hits left, and runs extremely well. Jamie's last time in the 60 was 6.69 seconds."
Sophmore Season Hitting Stats:
104-AB 57-H .548-AVG 54-R 47-RBI 9-2B 8-3B 3-HR
Set School Records:
.548 Batting Average
54 Runs Scored
47 RBI
Played on the (U18) Muskegon Channel Cats Elite Travel Team. Only 16 year old on team. Batted .508.
Freshman Season Spring 2008
All West Michigan Conference
Muskegon All Area
Led Varsity Team with a .479 Batting Average as a Freshman on the varsity. Had 39 RBI’s in 29 games. Hit 2 homeruns and stole 22 bases while only striking out twice in 98 at bats. As a Pitcher was 7-2 with a 2.32 era. Played all nine positions throughout the year.
Played travel ball for two years(Age 14 & 15) with Elite baseball out of Grand Rapids.
Present Personal Information
Hometown: Muskegon, Michigan
High School: Muskegon Oakridge Eagles
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 205 lbs
Football Information & Stats
Quarterback/Free Safety/Kicker/Punter
Career Total Offense
G Plays Rush Pass Total
40 393 3125 1932 5056
Career Scoring
Rushing TD Passing TD FG's PAT Points
50 26 20 157 506
Career Long Fiield Goals
51 yards – Jamie Potts vs Orchard View (09)
49 yards - Jamie Potts vs Orchard View (10)
48 yards - Jamie Potts vs Whitehall (10)
45 yards - Jamie Potts vs Muskegon Heights (10)
45 yards - Jamie Potts vs Orchard View (09)
Senior Football Season 2010
Season Record 9-3
2010 West Michigan Conference Champions
2010 District Champions
Personal Accomplishments & Stats
2010 AP All State Division 5 Defensive Back
2010 Detoit Free Press All State Division 5-6 Defensive Back
2010 All West Michigan Conference Quarterback
2010 All West Michigan Conference Defensive Back
2010 All West Michigan Conference Kicker
2010 All West Michigan Conference Hnorable Mention Punter
2010 Muskegon All Area Defensive Back
2010 Muskegon All Area Kicker
2010 AP All State Division 5 Defensive Back
School Record 516 Career Points
School Record 216 Season Points
School Record 50 Career Rushing TD’s
School Record 5 TD Passes in a game.
School Record 5056 yards Career Total Offense
Tied School Game Record (10-10 PAT)
Only Player in Oakridge History to have played in 40 Varsity Games
Only Player to have a game of 5 TD’s Rushing and another for 5 Passing TD’s
2010 Senior Stats
PASSING GP Att Cmp Int Yds TD
Jamie Potts 12 108 56 2 696 10
RUSHING GP Att Yds Avg TD Long GameAvg
Jamie Potts 12 193 1561 8.1 24 76 130.1
SCORING TD FGs PAT Tot
Jamie Potts 24 9-13 45-48 216
Junior Football Season 2009
Playoff Qualifier
33 Game Conference Win Streak
Personal Accomplishments & Stats
School Record 51 Yard Field Goal (2009)
Michigan AP All State Kicker Division 5 (2009)
Michigan AP Special Mention Defensive Back (2009)
Muskegon All Area Defensive Back & Kicker (2009)
All West Michigan Conference Defensive Back (2009)
Hon. Mention All Conf. Quarterback & Kicker (2009)
40 Yard Dash: 4.59 (NTS testing Center) Alma College
PASSING GP Att Cmp Int Yds TD
Jamie Potts 10 87 32 4 457 5
RUSHING GP Att Yds TD Long Avg
Jamie Potts 10 170 1095 15 67 6.4
SCORING TD FGs PAT Tot
Jamie Potts 15 7-10 30-32 143
Sophmore Football Season 2008
Season Record 14-0
Division 5 State Champions
West Michigan Conference Champions
Personal Accomplishments & Stats
2nd Team All Area Kicker
Honorable Mention Muskegon All Area Quarterback
Honorable Mention Muskegon All Area Punter
Honorable Mention All West Michigan Conference Quarterback
Honorable Mention All West Michigan Conference Kicker
Honorable Mention All West Michigan Conference Punter
School Records
School Record 68 PAT's (2008)
School Record 60% Pass Completion (2008)
School Game Record (10-10 PAT)
PASSING GP Att Cmp Int Pct Yds TD
Jamie Potts 14 74 44 4 59.5 779 11
RUSHING GP Att Yds TD Long Avg
Jamie Potts 14 62 588 11 60 9.5
SCORING TD FGs PAT Tot
Jamie Potts 11 3-6 67-76 142
Freshmen Football Season
Brought up to the Varsity to be starting Kicker and Backup Quarterback for 5 games
Baseball Information and Stats:
Junior Season Spring 2010
Team Accomplishments
Muskegon County Tournament Champions
District Champions
Individual Honors
Michigan Division 3 All State 1st Baseman (AP)
Michigan High School Baseball Coaches All State 1st Baseman
Muskegon All Area - Pitcher & Infielder
All West Michigan Conference - Pitcher & Infielder
Jamie Potts, Oakridge — One of the area’s top power pitchers, Potts went 6-0 with a 0.92 ERA and 64 strikeouts in his junior season. He also was a force at the plate, hitting .458 with four home runs, four triples, 10 doubles and 41 RBIs.
Stats:
2010 Oakridge Baseball Stats for Jamie Potts
Offense:
AB H 1B 2B 3B HR R RBI BB HBP SB AVG OBP Slg%
99 44 26 10 4 4 41 41 15 3 17 . 444 .525 .747
Pitching:
Record IP ER R H HR BB K HB ERA
6 – 0 43.3 5 9 17 0 19 64 2 1.04
Defense:
IP PO A E Fld%
149 53 22 2 . 974
Sophmore Season Spring 2009
Team Accomplishments
Muskegon County Tournament Champions
State Quarterfinalist
Individual Honors
Michigan Division 3 All State 1st Baseman (AP)
Michigan High School Baseball Coaches All State 1st Baseman
Muskegon All Area - Pitcher & Infielder
All West Michigan Conference - Pitcher & Infielder
Quote in AP All State Article:
"Potts, a sophomore, was the Eagles' leader on the mound and at the plate. He compiled a 12-4 record with an ERA of 1.06, 145 strikeouts and 29 walks in 86 innings. He threw a no-hitter in the state quarterfinals, while hitting .562. At the plate, Potts set school records for batting average (.548), 54 runs scored and 47 RBIs."
Struck out once all year
On base percentage of .603
Slugging percentage of .875
Positions: Pitcher (R) 12-4 Record 2009
Pitches Fastball - 87mph Hard Curve Change - 76-78mph
Coach Brandon Barry stated:
"Jamie plays first base, outfield, and all infield positions as well as catcher when needed. He will most likely be a power hitting outfielder or first baseman in college. I believe Jamie will be one of those rare players that will pitch as well as play a position. Jamie throws right, hits left, and runs extremely well. Jamie's last time in the 60 was 6.69 seconds."
Sophmore Season Hitting Stats:
104-AB 57-H .548-AVG 54-R 47-RBI 9-2B 8-3B 3-HR
Set School Records:
.548 Batting Average
54 Runs Scored
47 RBI
Played on the (U18) Muskegon Channel Cats Elite Travel Team. Only 16 year old on team. Batted .508.
Freshman Season Spring 2008
All West Michigan Conference
Muskegon All Area
Led Varsity Team with a .479 Batting Average as a Freshman on the varsity. Had 39 RBI’s in 29 games. Hit 2 homeruns and stole 22 bases while only striking out twice in 98 at bats. As a Pitcher was 7-2 with a 2.32 era. Played all nine positions throughout the year.
Played travel ball for two years(Age 14 & 15) with Elite baseball out of Grand Rapids.
Monday, December 6, 2010
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Potts & Cook Named to Detroit News All State Team
Detroit News Division 5-6 All-State football team detnews.com The Detroit News
The Detroit News
Here is The Detroit News' All-State team in Division 5-6 for the 2010 football season:
Division 5-6
OFFENSE
E: Steve Enos, 6-4, 200, Sr., Grayling
E: Kyle Bryson, 6-2, 175, Sr., Leslie
E: Anthony Root, 5-10, 165, Sr., Montague
OL: Brenden Cook, 5-8, 263, Sr., Muskegon Oakridge
OL: Cody Gorman, 6-4, 248, Sr., Clawson
OL: Frank Clark, 5-11, 239, Sr., Hemlock
OL: Tyler VanderSyde, 6-3, 275, Sr., Hopkins
OL: Reggie Vanhook, 6-3, 250, Sr., Flint Beecher
QB: Willie Snead IV, 6-0, 185, Sr., Muskegon Heights
RB: Ben Bregg, 5-11, 183, Sr., Hopkins
RB: Michael Cremeans, 5-10, 175, Sr., Jackson L. Christi
DEFENSE
DL: CJ Lingis, 6-3, 259, Sr., Menominee
DL: Patrick McCarthy, 6-1, 220, Sr., G.R. West Catholic
DL: William Meadows, 6-0, 220, Sr., Ypsilanti Willow Run
DL: Dylan Neff, 6-1, 280, Sr., Manchester
LB: Zane Brugger, 6-1, 226, Sr., Byron
LB: Paul Kuoppala, 6-1, 215, Sr., Iron Mountain
LB: Aiden Keilty, 6-0, 210, Sr., Suttons Bay
LB: Tyler Havens, 6-1, 240, Sr., Morley-Stanwood
DB: Jamie Potts, 6-3, 202, Sr., Muskegon Oakridge
DB: Mike Pannone, 5-8, 180, Sr., Monroe St. Mary CC
DB: Danny Pittman, 6-0, 180, Sr., G.R. West Catholic
SP: Elliot Clark, 6-0, 180, Sr., Maple City Glen Lake
K: David Brown, 5-9, 165, Sr., Ithaca
Coach: Terry Hessman, Ithaca
HONORABLE MENTION
E: Erik Hines, Menominee; Cole Walderzak, Standish-Sterling; Brandon Shank, Farwell; Deontae Hudson, Mus. Heights; Nate Dreslinski, Clinton; Josh Blades, Manchester; Jake Hovingh, Allendale; Brandon Tucker, Sandusky
LM: Stephen Coble, Edwardsburg; Dustan Craig, Buchanan; Griffin Dean, Grayling; Cameron Hobbs, Sanford-Meridian; Tyler Croton, Kingsley; Ryan Armstrong, Leslie; Jake Baumgartner, Perry; John Rock, Portland; Cody James, Olivet; Dominic Busen, Stockbridge; Lucas Hagen, Reese; Conor Cocking, Elk Rapids
QB: Jeff O'Brien, Stockbridge; Bryan Kuntz, Buchanan; Kyle Dinkins, Ecorse; Travis Cockerill, Montague; Daniel Bolster, Dundee; Hayden Craig, Clinton; Nate Bossory, Manchester; Wes Leonard, Fennville; Carl Roscoe, Wyoming Kelloggsville
RB: James Hartley, Birch Run; Noah Reyhl, Suttons Bay; Justin Pettenger, Freeland; Kyle Tikkanen, Calumet; Shawn Tucker, Constantine; Derek Sentieri, Elk Rapids; Jared Briguglio, Swan Valley; Tyler Larson, St. Charles; James Henderson, Bullock Creek; Travis Smith, Clare; Shayne Carlson, Hartford; Chris Versailles, Burton Bendle; Deshaun Phillips, Chandler Park Academy; Tyler Hanks, Morley-Stanwood; Chris Maye, Union City; Josh VanderWide, Northpointe Christian
LB: Isaac Bjorn, Calumet; Markis Walker, Flint Beecher; Mark Ward, Michigan Center; Devonte Snyder, Madison; Dallas Hartsell, AA Gabriel Richard; Jacob Fallon, Saginaw Nouvel; Nick Huckabay, Montrose; Ron Fancher, Constantine; Anthony Watkins, Ecorse; Mike Nicolas, Grant; Justin Kruithoff, Kent City
DB: Mitch Kirk, Lake Fenton; Brandon Shank, Farwell; Denell Carithers, Ecorse; David McKee, Capac; Luke Capen, Ithaca
SP: Danny Larkins, Madison; Dan Vear, Hillsdale
K: Mitch Bredberg, West Catholic; Brent Speer, Marlette; Cody Lehman, Clawson; Ryan Jenkins, AA Gabriel Richard; Juan Perez, Hartford; Michael Augustine, Jackson
From The Detroit News: http://detnews.com/article/20101202/SPORTS05/12020303/Detroit-News-Division-5-6-All-State-football-team#ixzz16xa2J4Br
The Detroit News
Here is The Detroit News' All-State team in Division 5-6 for the 2010 football season:
Division 5-6
OFFENSE
E: Steve Enos, 6-4, 200, Sr., Grayling
E: Kyle Bryson, 6-2, 175, Sr., Leslie
E: Anthony Root, 5-10, 165, Sr., Montague
OL: Brenden Cook, 5-8, 263, Sr., Muskegon Oakridge
OL: Cody Gorman, 6-4, 248, Sr., Clawson
OL: Frank Clark, 5-11, 239, Sr., Hemlock
OL: Tyler VanderSyde, 6-3, 275, Sr., Hopkins
OL: Reggie Vanhook, 6-3, 250, Sr., Flint Beecher
QB: Willie Snead IV, 6-0, 185, Sr., Muskegon Heights
RB: Ben Bregg, 5-11, 183, Sr., Hopkins
RB: Michael Cremeans, 5-10, 175, Sr., Jackson L. Christi
DEFENSE
DL: CJ Lingis, 6-3, 259, Sr., Menominee
DL: Patrick McCarthy, 6-1, 220, Sr., G.R. West Catholic
DL: William Meadows, 6-0, 220, Sr., Ypsilanti Willow Run
DL: Dylan Neff, 6-1, 280, Sr., Manchester
LB: Zane Brugger, 6-1, 226, Sr., Byron
LB: Paul Kuoppala, 6-1, 215, Sr., Iron Mountain
LB: Aiden Keilty, 6-0, 210, Sr., Suttons Bay
LB: Tyler Havens, 6-1, 240, Sr., Morley-Stanwood
DB: Jamie Potts, 6-3, 202, Sr., Muskegon Oakridge
DB: Mike Pannone, 5-8, 180, Sr., Monroe St. Mary CC
DB: Danny Pittman, 6-0, 180, Sr., G.R. West Catholic
SP: Elliot Clark, 6-0, 180, Sr., Maple City Glen Lake
K: David Brown, 5-9, 165, Sr., Ithaca
Coach: Terry Hessman, Ithaca
HONORABLE MENTION
E: Erik Hines, Menominee; Cole Walderzak, Standish-Sterling; Brandon Shank, Farwell; Deontae Hudson, Mus. Heights; Nate Dreslinski, Clinton; Josh Blades, Manchester; Jake Hovingh, Allendale; Brandon Tucker, Sandusky
LM: Stephen Coble, Edwardsburg; Dustan Craig, Buchanan; Griffin Dean, Grayling; Cameron Hobbs, Sanford-Meridian; Tyler Croton, Kingsley; Ryan Armstrong, Leslie; Jake Baumgartner, Perry; John Rock, Portland; Cody James, Olivet; Dominic Busen, Stockbridge; Lucas Hagen, Reese; Conor Cocking, Elk Rapids
QB: Jeff O'Brien, Stockbridge; Bryan Kuntz, Buchanan; Kyle Dinkins, Ecorse; Travis Cockerill, Montague; Daniel Bolster, Dundee; Hayden Craig, Clinton; Nate Bossory, Manchester; Wes Leonard, Fennville; Carl Roscoe, Wyoming Kelloggsville
RB: James Hartley, Birch Run; Noah Reyhl, Suttons Bay; Justin Pettenger, Freeland; Kyle Tikkanen, Calumet; Shawn Tucker, Constantine; Derek Sentieri, Elk Rapids; Jared Briguglio, Swan Valley; Tyler Larson, St. Charles; James Henderson, Bullock Creek; Travis Smith, Clare; Shayne Carlson, Hartford; Chris Versailles, Burton Bendle; Deshaun Phillips, Chandler Park Academy; Tyler Hanks, Morley-Stanwood; Chris Maye, Union City; Josh VanderWide, Northpointe Christian
LB: Isaac Bjorn, Calumet; Markis Walker, Flint Beecher; Mark Ward, Michigan Center; Devonte Snyder, Madison; Dallas Hartsell, AA Gabriel Richard; Jacob Fallon, Saginaw Nouvel; Nick Huckabay, Montrose; Ron Fancher, Constantine; Anthony Watkins, Ecorse; Mike Nicolas, Grant; Justin Kruithoff, Kent City
DB: Mitch Kirk, Lake Fenton; Brandon Shank, Farwell; Denell Carithers, Ecorse; David McKee, Capac; Luke Capen, Ithaca
SP: Danny Larkins, Madison; Dan Vear, Hillsdale
K: Mitch Bredberg, West Catholic; Brent Speer, Marlette; Cody Lehman, Clawson; Ryan Jenkins, AA Gabriel Richard; Juan Perez, Hartford; Michael Augustine, Jackson
From The Detroit News: http://detnews.com/article/20101202/SPORTS05/12020303/Detroit-News-Division-5-6-All-State-football-team#ixzz16xa2J4Br
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Monday, October 4, 2010
Potts Ties School Records
Jamie Potts 5 Touchdown passes against Hart on October 1st tied Junior Varsity assistant coach Bud Giddings for most Touchdown passes in a single game. Potts was 8-10 for 131 yards all in one half of play. Giddings efforts were against Whitehall in 2003.
Jamie also tied a record that he set in 2008 against Hart. He was a perfect(10-10) on his PAT kicks.
Jamie also tied a record that he set in 2008 against Hart. He was a perfect(10-10) on his PAT kicks.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Quarterbacks Lead the Way for Prep Football Teams
Quarterbacks Lead the Way for Prep Football Teams
High School Teams Look to Their Signal Callers in 2010
Jason Hutton Fox 17 Photojournalist
6:48 PM EDT, August 10, 2010
West Michigan - in 2008 there was A.J. Westendorp, Kyle Nichol, Kurt VanEssen and Brent Geers. Last season it was Cody Kater, Luke Wiest, Nick Ens and Jack Livingston. The last couple of prep football seasons have began with some really good returning quarterbacks. 2010 is no different, 2 defending state champs bring back their signal callers along with several others. Here are my top 10 returning quarterbacks for 2010:
1 Wilie Snead IV, Muskegon Heights
After playing receiver his sophomore year at Holland Christian, Snead IV moved over to the Heights with his dad, Tigers Head Coach Willie Snead III, and had a terrific season at quarterback in 2009. He threw for over 2000 yards and rushed for over 1000 combining for 37 td's. Heights plays a very difficult schedule, but look for Snead IV to have another big season.
2 Gabe Dean, Lowell
Head Coach Noel Dean's nephew led the Red Arrows to a state title as a sophomore running for over 1500 yards and 19 td's and throwing for more than 1300 yards and 13 scores. And all that was with an all-state running back in Austin Graham being the focal point of the offense. This season Dean will be the #1 option, look for even bigger numbers in 2010.
3 Ryan Elble, East Grand Rapids
Elble also led his team to the promise land at Ford Field in 2009, now he tries to give EGR 5 in a row. As a junior Elble threw for 1135 yards and 15 scores, he not much of a running threat but look for him and Deon Jobe to hook up for some big plays this season.
4 Jamie Potts, Muskegon Oakridge
Potts led the Eagles to a state title as sophomore 2 years ago, last season Oakridge fell 6 points short against the Heights in the 1st round of the playoffs. Potts, mostly a running threat, at 6'3" 200 can be a load to bring down. He's ran for over 1600 yards in 2 years as a starter including more than 1000 last season. Potts is also a capable passer, he threw for 596 in '08 and 457 last season.
5 Carl Roscoe, Kelloggsville
Roscoe had a great season in 2009, throwing for 1241 yards and 17 td's, his top target Michael Richmond graduated, if the Rockets can find another receiver they should be tough in 2010. Roscoe at 6'3" 215, has the size to play major college football and is receiving some early looks from the Ivy League, he's also an excellent student.
6 Matt Grasmeyer, GR Christian
Grasmeyer threw for over 1200 yards and 11 td's in 2009, he is learning a news system as Don Fellows takes over as coach. If he's a quick study, big things are in store this season.
7 Kevonta Keyes, Muskegon
Keyes is a perfect fit for the Big Red's veer offense, running for over 700 yards and 12 scores last season. Despite being just 5'7 150, Keyes proved to be a capable passer throwing for 500 yards and 6 td's as a junior.
8 Shane Trevino, Hudsonville
Trevino threw for 916 yards and 4 scores in 2009 against a very difficult schedule. This season Dave Lidgard takes over as coach, but after 24 seasons as a Hudsonville assistant, things won't change much. Except maybe Trevino's numbers, look for him to find Tight End Hunter Prince early and often this season.
9 Adam Poel, Grand Haven
He was suppose to be a backup in 2009, but Bryan Kiel broke his foot in the season opener and Poel led the Bucs to one of their best seasons in school history. Granted the Grand Haven defense was terrific, but Poel showed me great poise in the district final loss to Rockford, despite coming up just short. He threw for 780 yards and 7 td's in 2009, expect the Bucs to allow him to throw more in 2010.
10 Jake Blauwkamp, Grandville
After splitting time each of the last 2 seasons with Jake Lombardo, this season the Bulldogs will be led exclusively by Blauwkamp. The numbers, 968 yards and 6 td's, are decent considering he didn't play full time. Look for those number to increase significantly in 2010, but can Grandville get back to the playoffs?
2010 might not end up as the year of the quarterback in West Michigan, but I'm not ready to rule it out.
High School Teams Look to Their Signal Callers in 2010
Jason Hutton Fox 17 Photojournalist
6:48 PM EDT, August 10, 2010
West Michigan - in 2008 there was A.J. Westendorp, Kyle Nichol, Kurt VanEssen and Brent Geers. Last season it was Cody Kater, Luke Wiest, Nick Ens and Jack Livingston. The last couple of prep football seasons have began with some really good returning quarterbacks. 2010 is no different, 2 defending state champs bring back their signal callers along with several others. Here are my top 10 returning quarterbacks for 2010:
1 Wilie Snead IV, Muskegon Heights
After playing receiver his sophomore year at Holland Christian, Snead IV moved over to the Heights with his dad, Tigers Head Coach Willie Snead III, and had a terrific season at quarterback in 2009. He threw for over 2000 yards and rushed for over 1000 combining for 37 td's. Heights plays a very difficult schedule, but look for Snead IV to have another big season.
2 Gabe Dean, Lowell
Head Coach Noel Dean's nephew led the Red Arrows to a state title as a sophomore running for over 1500 yards and 19 td's and throwing for more than 1300 yards and 13 scores. And all that was with an all-state running back in Austin Graham being the focal point of the offense. This season Dean will be the #1 option, look for even bigger numbers in 2010.
3 Ryan Elble, East Grand Rapids
Elble also led his team to the promise land at Ford Field in 2009, now he tries to give EGR 5 in a row. As a junior Elble threw for 1135 yards and 15 scores, he not much of a running threat but look for him and Deon Jobe to hook up for some big plays this season.
4 Jamie Potts, Muskegon Oakridge
Potts led the Eagles to a state title as sophomore 2 years ago, last season Oakridge fell 6 points short against the Heights in the 1st round of the playoffs. Potts, mostly a running threat, at 6'3" 200 can be a load to bring down. He's ran for over 1600 yards in 2 years as a starter including more than 1000 last season. Potts is also a capable passer, he threw for 596 in '08 and 457 last season.
5 Carl Roscoe, Kelloggsville
Roscoe had a great season in 2009, throwing for 1241 yards and 17 td's, his top target Michael Richmond graduated, if the Rockets can find another receiver they should be tough in 2010. Roscoe at 6'3" 215, has the size to play major college football and is receiving some early looks from the Ivy League, he's also an excellent student.
6 Matt Grasmeyer, GR Christian
Grasmeyer threw for over 1200 yards and 11 td's in 2009, he is learning a news system as Don Fellows takes over as coach. If he's a quick study, big things are in store this season.
7 Kevonta Keyes, Muskegon
Keyes is a perfect fit for the Big Red's veer offense, running for over 700 yards and 12 scores last season. Despite being just 5'7 150, Keyes proved to be a capable passer throwing for 500 yards and 6 td's as a junior.
8 Shane Trevino, Hudsonville
Trevino threw for 916 yards and 4 scores in 2009 against a very difficult schedule. This season Dave Lidgard takes over as coach, but after 24 seasons as a Hudsonville assistant, things won't change much. Except maybe Trevino's numbers, look for him to find Tight End Hunter Prince early and often this season.
9 Adam Poel, Grand Haven
He was suppose to be a backup in 2009, but Bryan Kiel broke his foot in the season opener and Poel led the Bucs to one of their best seasons in school history. Granted the Grand Haven defense was terrific, but Poel showed me great poise in the district final loss to Rockford, despite coming up just short. He threw for 780 yards and 7 td's in 2009, expect the Bucs to allow him to throw more in 2010.
10 Jake Blauwkamp, Grandville
After splitting time each of the last 2 seasons with Jake Lombardo, this season the Bulldogs will be led exclusively by Blauwkamp. The numbers, 968 yards and 6 td's, are decent considering he didn't play full time. Look for those number to increase significantly in 2010, but can Grandville get back to the playoffs?
2010 might not end up as the year of the quarterback in West Michigan, but I'm not ready to rule it out.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Oakland University Baseball Scholarship Offer
On Friday July 9th Jamie was offered a Baseball scholorship by Division I Oakland University.
Oakland University head baseball coach John Musachio enters his fourth year in charge of the program in 2011.
It was a wild and woolly season for the Oakland University baseball team in 2010. After a 5-22 start, the Golden Grizzlies won 17 of their last 27 regular-season games to make the Summit League Tournament for fourth time, the first since 2006. Oakland finished the year at 13-14 in conference and 23-34 overall.
Golden Grizzlies posted 23 wins, a high for the Division I era.
Oakland University head baseball coach John Musachio enters his fourth year in charge of the program in 2011.
It was a wild and woolly season for the Oakland University baseball team in 2010. After a 5-22 start, the Golden Grizzlies won 17 of their last 27 regular-season games to make the Summit League Tournament for fourth time, the first since 2006. Oakland finished the year at 13-14 in conference and 23-34 overall.
Golden Grizzlies posted 23 wins, a high for the Division I era.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Jamie Potts Named All State For Second Time
Three locals make first team all-state in baseball
Mike Mattson
Muskegon Chronicle
Sports fans around the state recognize the West Michigan Conference as a football powerhouse.
But it’s no slouch in baseball, either.
Share Five players from the WMC were recognized on the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association all-state teams.
Earning first-team honors were Shelby senior infielder Trent Felt, Ravenna senior infielder Ty Chopp and Oakridge junior first baseman Jamie Potts. Second-team choices were Shelby senior pitcher Dimitri Innis and Ravenna senior catcher Aaron Sherman.
Other area players on the honor squads were Fremont senior first baseman Alex Harmon (Division 2, second team) and Baldwin senior utility player Cregg Bolles (Division 4, second team).
Felt played a key role in helping Shelby to the Division 3 quarterfinals. He hit .429 with 12 doubles, two home runs and a school-record 54 RBIs.
Chopp led the Bulldogs in hitting (.444), runs (51), home runs (5) and walks (21). He also stole 40-of-42 bases and posted a .589 on-base average.
Potts, the Eagles’ team leader, hit .458 with four home runs, four triples, 10 doubles and 41 RBIs. He also was 6-0 as a pitcher with a 1.04 ERA
Innis posted a 10-2 record with 86 strikeouts and a 2.26 ERA in 65 innings.
Sherman had a .985 fielding average, while hitting .389 with a school-record 47 RBIs and team-high 14 doubles.
Harmon hit .464 with three home runs, 11 doubles, eight triples and 38 RBIs.
Bolles led Baldwin with a .609 batting average and 47 RBIs.
Mike Mattson
Muskegon Chronicle
Sports fans around the state recognize the West Michigan Conference as a football powerhouse.
But it’s no slouch in baseball, either.
Share Five players from the WMC were recognized on the Michigan High School Baseball Coaches Association all-state teams.
Earning first-team honors were Shelby senior infielder Trent Felt, Ravenna senior infielder Ty Chopp and Oakridge junior first baseman Jamie Potts. Second-team choices were Shelby senior pitcher Dimitri Innis and Ravenna senior catcher Aaron Sherman.
Other area players on the honor squads were Fremont senior first baseman Alex Harmon (Division 2, second team) and Baldwin senior utility player Cregg Bolles (Division 4, second team).
Felt played a key role in helping Shelby to the Division 3 quarterfinals. He hit .429 with 12 doubles, two home runs and a school-record 54 RBIs.
Chopp led the Bulldogs in hitting (.444), runs (51), home runs (5) and walks (21). He also stole 40-of-42 bases and posted a .589 on-base average.
Potts, the Eagles’ team leader, hit .458 with four home runs, four triples, 10 doubles and 41 RBIs. He also was 6-0 as a pitcher with a 1.04 ERA
Innis posted a 10-2 record with 86 strikeouts and a 2.26 ERA in 65 innings.
Sherman had a .985 fielding average, while hitting .389 with a school-record 47 RBIs and team-high 14 doubles.
Harmon hit .464 with three home runs, 11 doubles, eight triples and 38 RBIs.
Bolles led Baldwin with a .609 batting average and 47 RBIs.
Monday, June 21, 2010
Jamie Potts Named Muskegon All Area for 3rd Consecutive Year
Jamie Potts, Oakridge — One of the area’s top power pitchers, Potts went 6-0 with a 0.92 ERA and 64 strikeouts in his junior season. He also was a force at the plate, hitting .458 with four home runs, four triples, 10 doubles and 41 RBIs.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Toledo Rockets: Football Camp
Jamie will head to Toledo University on Tuesday, June 22nd for a one day evaluation Football Camp. Jamie is looking forward to meeting with head coach Tim Beckman and his entire staff.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Expectations are high for Muskegon Oakridge baseball team
By Mike Mattson
The Muskegon Chronicle
April 06, 2010 10:54 p.m.
Junior pitcher Jamie Potts is a returning all-stater who will lead Oakridge in its quest to return to the Final Four in Battle Creek. The Oakridge Eagles have the targets on their backs this baseball season.
Last year, Oakridge advanced to the Division 3 state semifinals before bowing out in a loss to state-power Blissfield.
Leading the way are returning all-stater Jamie Potts, senior outfielder Buddy Burns, infielder-pitcher Koburn Patino and No. 2 pitcher Nick Eely.
Oakridge coach Brandon Barry plans to keep the bar high again this season.
“Our goals are to challenge for the WMC league title and make another run to Battle Creek,’’ Barry noted. “I’m looking forward to working with a very dedicated and motivated group of quality young men. Our opportunity to get to Battle Creek last year has focused our players with an ‘unfinished business’ attitude.’’
Shelby, Whitehall and Ravenna are expected to challenge Oakridge for league honors.
The Muskegon Chronicle
April 06, 2010 10:54 p.m.
Junior pitcher Jamie Potts is a returning all-stater who will lead Oakridge in its quest to return to the Final Four in Battle Creek. The Oakridge Eagles have the targets on their backs this baseball season.
Last year, Oakridge advanced to the Division 3 state semifinals before bowing out in a loss to state-power Blissfield.
Leading the way are returning all-stater Jamie Potts, senior outfielder Buddy Burns, infielder-pitcher Koburn Patino and No. 2 pitcher Nick Eely.
Oakridge coach Brandon Barry plans to keep the bar high again this season.
“Our goals are to challenge for the WMC league title and make another run to Battle Creek,’’ Barry noted. “I’m looking forward to working with a very dedicated and motivated group of quality young men. Our opportunity to get to Battle Creek last year has focused our players with an ‘unfinished business’ attitude.’’
Shelby, Whitehall and Ravenna are expected to challenge Oakridge for league honors.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
University of Indianapolis offers Scholarship for Baseball
After completion of a recent baseball camp on March 14th Jamie was offered a baseball scholorship by the University of Indianapolis. The University of Indianapolis is one of the top Division II programs in the country. The Greyhounds have ten 30 plus win seasons since 1997.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Jamie Potts at Diamond Sports Academy March 14th
Jamie participated in the Michigan State University baseball camp put on at Diamond Sports Training Academy this past Sunday.
Monday March 15th is the official start date of Michigan High School Baseball.
Monday March 15th is the official start date of Michigan High School Baseball.
Friday, February 26, 2010
Jamie Potts Visiting CMU
Jamie will head to Central Michigan University Saturday February 27th for a "Junior Day" Football visit. He will be meeting with new head coach Dan Enos and his staff along with touring the campus and meeting with academic advisers.
Friday, February 19, 2010
MSU coy on quarterbacks
Recruiting
MSU coy on quarterbacks
By MATT DORSEY
FREE PRESS SPECIAL WRITER
A few class of 2011 in-state quarterbacks of note include Jamie Potts of Muskegon Oakridge, Ryan Morley of Grand Blanc, Mark Morris of Macomb Dakota, Mike Sullivan of Our Lady of the Lakes and Alex Niznak of Ithaca. Don’t be surprised if one of these players emerges as a high-level recruit before all is said and done.
Click here to read the entire article
MSU coy on quarterbacks
By MATT DORSEY
FREE PRESS SPECIAL WRITER
A few class of 2011 in-state quarterbacks of note include Jamie Potts of Muskegon Oakridge, Ryan Morley of Grand Blanc, Mark Morris of Macomb Dakota, Mike Sullivan of Our Lady of the Lakes and Alex Niznak of Ithaca. Don’t be surprised if one of these players emerges as a high-level recruit before all is said and done.
Click here to read the entire article
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Jamie Potts-Selected as Top Position Prospect at Eastern Michigan University
Jamie Potts was selected by Michigan Baseball Prospects as the top position player at their testing day at Eastern Michigan. Jamie also clocked the fastest 60 yard dash time at 6.69 seconds. For More information click on the title to view his test results and video of him in action.
http://michiganbaseballprospects.org/resources/players/2011-players/potts-jamie-2011-of-rhp-oakridge-hs/
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