The Pacific Athletic Department is mourning the loss of Head Baseball Coach Reed Peters, who passed away after a brave fight with illness. In just two seasons, Peters led the Tigers to their best performance in West Coast Conference history, including a 15-11-1 WCC season and the program's first-ever WCC Tournament appearance. Athletic Director Adam Tschuor emphasized Peters' significant impact on the team, noting the legacy he leaves behind. Prior to his time at Pacific, Peters had a distinguished 17-year career at San Joaquin Delta College, turning it into a premier junior college baseball program. The Pacific community sends thoughts and condolences to the Peters family during this difficult time.

By the Numbers
  • Coached the Tigers to a 15-11-1 WCC season and their first-ever WCC Tournament appearance.
  • Achieved back-to-back 20-win seasons with 20 wins in 2025 and 24 wins in 2026.
State of Play
  • Peters had recently achieved the program's finest WCC performance, securing a bye in the conference tournament.
  • The baseball program is left to carry on Peters' vision and success in the coming seasons.
What's Next

The Pacific Athletic Department will need to appoint a new head coach, who will aim to maintain the momentum and success generated under Peters' leadership. The Tigers will focus on upholding the standards and values established by Peters as they prepare for future competitions.

Bottom Line

Reed Peters' legacy at Pacific is marked by a historic turnaround in the baseball program, and his passing leaves a profound impact on the community. The emphasis now will be on honoring his contributions while striving to build upon the foundation he established.