Hobart Head Coach Brad Cook is the 2026 ABCA/ATEC Regional Coach of the Year. The award is voted on by the members of the American Baseball Coaches Association.
 
In just the program's fourth year of varsity play after a 27-year hiatus, Cook guided the Statesmen to the most successful season in program history. Hobart was 32-15 this season, breaking the program record for wins in a season. The Statesmen went 11-5 in Liberty League play, finishing second in the Liberty League West. Hobart was also the runner-up in the Liberty League Tournament, forcing the if-necessary game on championship Saturday.
 
The Statesmen's postseason resume was good enough to merit the program's second NCAA tournament bid and first since 1992. Hobart earned a 4-1 win over No. 14 Mount Union in its first game in the Salisbury Regional, the program's first NCAA tournament win and first victory over a nationally-ranked opponent. The Statesmen earned a second victory, a 10-1 decision over the Purple Raiders, before being eliminated from the tournament by the regional hosts, the No. 8 Seagulls.
 
"Brad's recognition as Regional Coach of the Year is a reflection of the outstanding culture he has built within our baseball program," said Brian Miller, HWS Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics. "In just a few short years, he has established a standard of excellence that has translated into success on the field, in the classroom, and throughout the Hobart community. This record-breaking season is a testament to Brad's leadership, the dedication of his staff, and the commitment of our student-athletes. We are proud to see him receive this well-deserved honor."
 
Cook is assisted by Vincent Redmond, Ed Redmond and Nick Serce.
 
The Statesmen broke more than a dozen season records this year, including most hits (464), doubles (94), runs scored (383), stolen bases (124), innings pitched (382.0), strikeouts by the pitching staff (292) and fielding percentage (.979).
 
Hobart led the nation in triples (24) and ranked in the top 25 in fielding percentage (4th), triples per game (6th, 0.51), WHIP (21st, 1.38), walks allowed per nine innings (22nd, 3.37), stolen bases (24th) and shutouts (25th, 4).
 
In four seasons as Hobart's head coach, Cook has compiled a record of 76-72 (.514). He has won more games each season, progressing from nine wins in the return to play season of 2023 to this year's record-breaking 32 victories.