Jack Hoyt has resigned as the Director of Track and Field at Azusa Pacific University to lead the program at Cal State San Marcos after eight successful seasons. Under his guidance, the Azusa Pacific women's team achieved NCAA Division II Outdoor National Championships in both 2021 and 2023, making history with their first team national title. Hoyt's leadership resulted in significant accolades and a dominant performance within the PacWest Conference, establishing a strong legacy for the program.

By the Numbers
  • Azusa Pacific women's track team won NCAA Division II titles in 2021 and 2023.
  • Hoyt earned PacWest Coach of the Year honors 11 times (5 for men, 6 for women).
  • The men鈥檚 team won eight consecutive conference championships from 2017-24; the women鈥檚 team won nine from 2017-25.
  • During the 2021 championship season, the Cougars had 13 All-American performances.
  • In 2023, the team achieved 10 All-American performances with 2 individual national championships.
State of Play
  • A national search for Hoyt's successor at Azusa Pacific is already in progress.
  • Hoyt's departure raises questions about the future performance and recruitment capabilities of the program.
What's Next

As Azusa Pacific seeks a new director, potential candidates will need to maintain the program鈥檚 legacy and continue its success in both competitions and academics. The transition period will be critical in keeping the momentum of winning streaks and attracting top talent.

Bottom Line

Hoyt's departure marks a significant shift for Azusa Pacific athletics, highlighting both the program's past successes and the uncertainty of future leadership. The university now has an opportunity to select a visionary leader who can uphold and elevate the esteemed track and field tradition.