Jason Ramond Maxwell (born March 26, 1972) is an American former professional

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, Maxwell first played in 1998 for the

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. Maxwell played the 2000 and 2001 seasons with the

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. Maxwell attended Marshall County High School in Lewisburg, TN, where he played high school baseball for the Tigers. Maxwell is now the Head Baseball Coach and Athletic Director for Ensworth High School in Nashville, TN. He has also coached several U15 and U18 teams for

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. Some of his favorite players from the USA development program include

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and Dylan Crews. Maxwell recommended that his former club, the Twins, select Lewis with the first overall pick in the

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.https://twinsdaily.com/news-rumors/minnesota-twins-history/remembering-random-twins-jason-maxwell-on-coaching-mentorship-and-paying-it-forward-r18073/ Maxwell's most cherished memories from his Major League Baseball career revolve around his interactions with fans. He cultivated a substantial following, particularly from a dedicated group in Swanton, Ohio. After games, he frequently engaged with these fans, taking time to sign autographs for young admirers. In addition to autographs, Maxwell demonstrated his generosity by donating equipment such as bats, batting gloves, and even his personal belt to these enthusiastic supporters.

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