Jeff played at North Eugene HS from 1989 - 93 and continued on at Lane Community College. In 1999, he assumed the Head coaching responsibilities for the Eugene Nighthawks. In five season, the semi-pro team won three championships, two state championships and a regional tournament title. In 2002, he joined the staff at North Eugene HS and played an important role for eight years working with offense, hitters and catchers. After obtaining his Bachelor's degree, Jeff moved to Portland and became a Graduate Assistant at Concordia University in 2008 with specific responsibility working with catchers and hitters. He was promoted to Associate Head Coach in 2016 where he coached through 2019. In 2020 Jeff accepted a position as Associate Head Coach at Clackamas Community College. Jeff plays an important role with Rose City Baseball Club as co-founder and Director of Baseball Development.
Jeff hails from Eugene, Oregon where he played high school baseball at North Eugene High School. During his summers there, he played for the Eugene Challengers and then continued on at Lane Community College. Jeff established his own team The Eugene Night Hawks. The organization focused on current college players and past college and professional players. In five seasons, the team won three championships, two state championships, a regional title, and placed at the national tournament.
Jeff has been coaching for almost 30 years with an extensive range from high school to college. Jeff and his wife, Xochitl have six energetic and very busy daughters-Mili, Musiq, Jay, McCain, Ripken and Catcher. Outside of baseball, Jeff loves to hunt, fish, travel and spend time outdoors.
“I am beyond excited and blessed to join the staff and community at Warner Pacific University,” Bard said. “Adding baseball at Warner Pacific fills a void for college baseball in the city of Portland. I look forward to building a successful baseball program and providing a great opportunity to many student-athletes, their families, and our fans. We expect many great seasons as we grow in faith, community and as a team.”
