Tyle Hankins has been appointed as the new Assistant Baseball Coach and Hitting Coach for MACU Baseball, following the program's historic first run in the NAIA World Series. Hankins joins from USAO, where he excelled as the Head Coach, achieving a 163-97 record over five seasons, including multiple postseason appearances. He has a proven ability to develop hitters, evidenced by his teams consistently ranking among the top in batting metrics. Hankins expressed excitement about joining MACU and continuing its success alongside Coach Brett Stanton.

By the Numbers
  • Hankins holds a .627 winning percentage (163-97) over five seasons as Head Coach at USAO.
  • His teams achieved a top-four conference ranking in batting average every season he coached.
  • The Evangels posted a program record of 43 wins while ranking at No. 8 in the NAIA.
Yes, But

While Hankins has a solid track record, MACU will face the challenge of maintaining momentum after a record-setting season and higher expectations moving forward.

State of Play
  • The Evangels have seen unprecedented success under Coach Stanton, with a 220-110 overall record since 2021.
  • MACU clinched its first NCCAA World Series Championship in 2023 and won multiple SAC titles during that period.
What's Next

With Hankins at the helm of hitting, expect MACU to continue building on its strong foundation, aiming for further success in the next NAIA season and enhancing player performance.

Bottom Line

The addition of Tyle Hankins is a strategic move for MACU Baseball, as his expertise is expected to advance the team's competitive edge and sustain their trajectory of success after a historic season.