Ned Potter (tennis)
American writer (1936–1971)
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Edward Clarkson Potter (5 September 1886 - September 5, 1971) was a leading American tennis author, editor, writer, historian,[1] and later businessman.[2] He was also correspondent for American Lawn Tennis, and a regular contributor to Racquet and World Tennis magazines.[3]
Born
5 September 1886
Edward Clarkson Potter
5 September 1886
United States
Died5 September 1971 (aged 85)
Coral Gables, Florida, United States
OccupationAuthor, historian, writer
Period1933-1969
Ned Potter | |
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| Born | Edward Clarkson Potter 5 September 1886 United States |
| Died | 5 September 1971 (aged 85) Coral Gables, Florida, United States |
| Occupation | Author, historian, writer |
| Period | 1933-1969 |
| Genre | Sport |
| Subject | Tennis |
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| Notable awards | Marlboro Award |
His annual world tennis rankings for American Lawn Tennis & World Tennis (1934-1965), were one of the most authoritative published.[4] In addition he was a member of the executive committee of United States Lawn Tennis Association, he was also the editor of the annual USLTA year books and guide.[5] In 1961 he received the Marlboro Award for services to tennis.[6]
Published works
- Kings of the court: The story of lawn tennis. (January 1, 1936) C. Scribner's Sons, Ltd.[7]
- The West Side Tennis Club story : 60th anniversary, 1892-1952, (January 1, 1952) Marbridge Print. Co ASIN: B0006EHDHS
- The Davis Cup (January 1, 1969) South Brunswick [N. J. ] A. S. Barnes; First Edition. ISBN 978-0498066658