Tarleton State men's basketball coach Eric Haut has appointed Tre Cobbs as an assistant coach ahead of the 2026-27 season. Cobbs, who played under Haut at Northern Kentucky during the 2019-20 season, brings valuable experience from coaching roles at Oklahoma State, Western Kentucky, and Memphis. Known for his leadership and player development skills, Cobbs has been part of teams that have made multiple postseason appearances, including NCAA and NIT tournaments. Both Haut and Cobbs express excitement over the collaboration and future success at Tarleton State.

By the Numbers
  • Cobbs' teams at Oklahoma State achieved a 37-33 record over two seasons, earning NIT bids each year.
  • During his playing career at Northern Kentucky, he contributed to a 95-39 team record with two Horizon League tournament championships.
What's Next

Cobbs is set to implement his experience in skill development and coaching strategy to enhance the Tarleton State program. The collaboration with Coach Haut is expected to generate significant growth within the team's performance in upcoming seasons.

Bottom Line

Cobbs' hiring marks a strategic move for Tarleton State, aiming for immediate impact and long-term success with a coach who has a proven track record in both playing and assistant coaching roles.