Baker University is experiencing a shift in its men鈥檚 basketball leadership. Sean Dooley, who has spent 14 successful seasons as head coach, has resigned, making room for former player and assistant Trent Scheer to take over the program. Under Dooley, Baker achieved significant milestones, including three consecutive NAIA Tournament appearances and a historic 30-4 season. Dooley departs to coach at Lawrence High School, where he will also teach and coach his son. Scheer returns to lead the Wildcats, promising to continue the successful legacy of the program.

By the Numbers
  • Dooley's record at Baker: 215-199, ranking third in career victories.
  • During Dooley鈥檚 tenure, the Wildcats reached the NAIA postseason for three straight years (2022-25).
  • The Wildcats set a program record with 30 wins in the 2024-25 season.
State of Play
  • Baker's previous season record was 11-17 overall and 9-11 in conference play.
  • Dooley's successor, Scheer, is returning after a year at Missouri Southern State University.
What's Next

With Scheer at the helm, the Wildcats are looking to rebuild and capitalize on the foundations laid by Dooley. Future efforts will focus on retaining talent and possibly improving team performance after last year's reconstruction. Expect recruiting efforts to intensify as Scheer strives to build a competitive roster.

Bottom Line

This leadership change at Baker signifies a new chapter for the men鈥檚 basketball program. With Scheer鈥檚 knowledge of the team and Dooley's proven success, this transition could lead to renewed vigor and performance for the Wildcats in upcoming seasons.