Head Baseball Coach

Cottage Grove High School

2025-2026

Head Baseball Coach – 2025–2026

Cottage Grove High School is seeking a Head Baseball Coach who is dedicated to building and sustaining a program rooted in our athletic mission:
To Teach, Compete with Honor and Dignity, Serve Community, and Pursue Excellence.

We are looking for a leader who models and promotes:

• Integrity – Honor all commitments, stand accountable for all actions, and always do the right thing.

• Excellence – Maintain high standards in athletics, academics, work, and personal life, while supporting all CGHS programs year-round.

• Respect – Demonstrate appreciation for all individuals and teams through tolerance, understanding, and sportsmanship.

• Commitment to Growth – Celebrate improvement at all levels of athletic achievement and ensure opportunities for participation, fitness, health, and a champion’s attitude.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The Head Baseball Coach will:

• Lead and consult with all levels of Cottage Grove Baseball, including youth leagues and feeder programs.

• Monitor academic progress and eligibility of student-athletes.

• Effectively teach the fundamental skills and strategies of the sport.

• Plan, organize, conduct, and evaluate practice sessions.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate game plans and strategies.

• Serve as a leader, mentor, and role model for student-athletes.

• Work with the Athletic Director to prepare a competitive team schedule and fundraising initiatives.

• Prepare, monitor, and manage the team budget.

• Select, supervise, and evaluate assistant coaches.

• Ensure compliance with all CGHS Athletic Department, Sky-Em League, and OSAA policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Contribute to the overall success of the CGHS Athletic Department by supporting other programs, assisting with event management, and engaging in fundraising efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Head Coaching experience at the high school level preferred