Name:  Mark Cole
Office Phone:  252.985.5302
E-mail:  mcole@ncwc.edu

Mark Cole enters his second season at the helm of the North Carolina Wesleyan men's golf program after receiving his appointment in May of 2007. Additionally, Cole is in the process of building a women's golf program that will be granted varsity status in the fall of 2009. A native of Philadelphia, PA, Cole also serves as an Admissions Counselor for the College. 

“With a new home course in our backyard, I am very excited about my appointment and the future of the Wesleyan golf program.”

A decorated athlete, Cole brings a wealth of experience to the Bishops.  He is a lifetime golfer that has competed in numerous amateur golf tournaments during his career.  Additionally, he earned All-American honors in baseball as a prep standout, as well as All-County awards in football and baseball.  Academically, Cole was named Delaware County Scholar-Athlete of the Year as a senior. 

Cole then took his baseball talents to Millersville University where he received his B.S. in Special Education with a minor in Psychology in 1982.  On the field, he enjoyed a stellar collegiate career that saw him become a three-time All-Conference performer.  For his efforts, he was signed by the Toronto Blue Jays organization and proceeded to play two seasons professionally.

Cole’s coaching career began in 1991 when accepted a position with his alma mater as assistant baseball coach and athletic recruiter.  His two-year stint with Millersville saw him earn his master’s degree in education in 1993, while also working in the Office of Academic Advisement.  Cole went on to join Franklin & Marshall College in 1995 as head baseball coach.  While at Franklin & Marshall, he also served in the Admissions Office as an Admissions Counselor. 

His eight years of collegiate coaching experience have left Cole well-equipped to turn the North Carolina Wesleyan golf program into a USA South contender.

“Great athletes like challenges and excel in the spotlight.  I look for players that are not afraid to work hard and enjoy the athletic gift they possess.”

Cole received his American Sport Education Program (ASEP) coaching certification in 1991.  In 1995, he became a certified Specialist in Sports Condition (SSC) by the International Sports Science Association.  With his background in education and athletics, Cole has worked with over 1,000 youth and amateur athletes through personal, group, and team training programs around the United States.

He and his wife, Kathy, reside in Cary, NC.  They have three children:  Casey, Mary Kate, and Mandy.