Fred Popp
Fred came to LBA with a BA in Sports Management from Florida Southern College and a vast baseball background, both on and off the diamond. It all began at his family’s sports facility, Grand slam U.S.A. located in Spring Grove , IL . While growing up he worked in sporting good sales and gave some instruction. While attending Florida Southern, he had a stellar collegiate career. He was a four year starter, team captain, and National Champion.
Fred has made a smooth transition from instructor to General Manager and is grateful to be with LBA.
Baseball Credentials
- Player, Captain, and 4 year starter of the Florida Southern College Baseball team from 2004-2007
- 2004 All-South Region First-Team
- NCAA South Regional All-Tournament Team
- All-SSC First-Team
- 2005 Baseball America Pre-season All American
- ABCA First-Team All-South Region
- First-Team All-SSC
- Division II Championship All-Tournament Team
- South Regional All-Tournament Team
- Division II Baseball National Champion