2025 HockomockSports Baseball Awards

Foxboro senior pitcher and shortstop Ryan O’Leary has been named the 2025 HockomockSports Baseball Player of the Year. O’Leary dominated on the mound and was one of the top offensive players in the Hockomock League this season, helping the Warriors qualify for the state tournament once again this year.

“Ryan wrapped up a stellar career at Foxboro with an outstanding final season, excelling both at the plate and on the mound,” said HockomockSports Editor Ryan Lanigan. “He was the Warriors’ go-to guy in the biggest moments, and time after time, he came through. Over the past two seasons, he’s established himself as one of the premier arms in the league. This year, he took it a step further by becoming one of the Hock’s top offensive threats as well.”

O’Leary, who was also selected as the Hockomock League Davenport division MVP by the coaches, was Foxboro’s ace and started at shortstop when he wasn’t on the mound. Offensively, O’Leary was a mainstay at the No. 3 spot in the lineup and was among the league leaders in a number of categories. He finished the regular season top 10 for batting average and had the top batting average for the Warriors for the entire season with playoffs included, hitting .356 in 88 plate appearances. He went 26-for-73 on the year, leading Foxboro with nine doubles, and added one triple, 13 RBI, 13 runs, and 12 walks.

“Ryan has put up remarkable numbers over the last three seasons and earned well-deserved MVP honors in the Hockomock League this season,” said Foxboro head coach Derek Suess. “He has a quiet confidence and plays the game the right way. Ryan will go down as one of the best to ever wear our uniform.”

On top of his strong offensive season, O’Leary put together yet another stellar season on the mound. A workhorse on the mound, he tossed 58 innings this season with five complete games, posting a 5–3 record. He allowed just 18 runs (seven earned) on 43 hits while striking out 68 batters, with a 0.84 ERA and a 0.98 WHIP. He limited opposing batters to just a .198 batting average. In his four-year career, O’Leary had a 0.79 ERA over 143.1 innings, striking out 141 batters.

O’Leary is the first Foxboro player to win the award in its 10-year history. Former winners include Mansfield’s Jake Maydak (2024) and Tyler Dalton (2018), Taunton’s Ryan MacDougall (2022) and Luke Figueira (2016), Franklin’s Alex Haba (2019), Stoughton’s Justin Hutchinson (2017), Oliver Ames’ Brendan Welch (2015) and David MacKinnon (2013), and Attleboro’s Max Lancaster (2014).

Honorable Mention: Michael Huntington (Attleboro), Cam Hasenfus (King Philip), Luke Rogan (Mansfield), Johnny Escobalez (Taunton)

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Please note that the HockomockSports.com awards are selected by our staff. These awards are completely separate from the Hockomock League All-Stars. Players are listed alphabetically within each position group

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HockomockSports.com First Team

Cam Dorr – Taunton – Catcher
Taunton senior catcher Cam Dorr had a great final season for the Kelley-Rex division champion Tigers, shining both defensively behind the plate and stepping up as one of the top bats in the Hockomock League. Dorr caught 135 innings for the Tigers this season and called every pitch while doing so, helping guide Taunton to its second straight division title. On top of his terrific defensive play, which included five pickoffs and seven caught stealing, he had a great offensive season. He finished with a team-high .397 batting average, going 25-for-63 with a 1.011 OPS. He also had a team-high six doubles, recorded 15 RBI, scored 17 runs, and tied for the team lead with 12 stolen bases. “He managed the pitching staff like a pro, his leadership and presence behind the plate was the cornerstone of our defense,” said Taunton head coach Blair Bourque. “Stats alone don’t highlight just how impactful he was in every phase of the game. He’s a true leader and a huge reason for our success this season.”

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Joey Benoit – Taunton – Infield
Taunton junior Joey Benoit had a breakout season playing first base and was a big reason why the Tigers secured back-to-back Kelley-Rex division titles for the first time since joining the Hockomock League. Not only was Benoit a top bat in the Tigers’ lineup, he finished the regular season among the league leaders in average and was second in the entire Hock in hits. With playoffs included, he went 28-for-72 (team-high in hits) on the year for an impressive .389 average. He led the Tigers with three triples and posted a team-best 16 RBI, tying for the team lead with 19 runs and had eight walks. “Joey anchored our infield with exceptional defense at first base, saving countless runners from reaching with his ability to pick balls and make tough plays look routine,” said Taunton head coach Blair Bourque. “He caught fire midseason, hitting over .600 across 10 games after moving to leadoff. Joey has a great approach at the plate, with his ability to see pitches, hit gap to gap, and get on base really set the tone for our offense.”

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Teddy Shuman – Canton – Infield
Canton junior Teddy Shuman emerged as one of the top two-way players in the Hockomock League this spring, playing a vital role in helping the Bulldogs compete for the Davenport title late into the season and secure a home tournament game. He played at both second and third base throughout the season, was a consistent presence near the top of the lineup, and was a reliable relief option out of the bullpen for the Dogs. Offensively, he led the Hockomock League with 30 hits and a .423 batting average during the regular season. With playoffs included, he finished the year 32-for-75 (.427) with six doubles, 13 RBI, 20 runs scored, and eight stolen bases. He made eight appearances on the mound — all in relief — and struck out 20 in 17 innings. He posted a 3-2 record and gave up just seven walks and three runs for a 1.24 ERA. “Teddy is a fierce competitor, vocal leader, plays the game hard, and is feared by teams when he gets in the box,” said Canton head coach Dave Walsh.

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Tom Watts – Foxboro – Infield
Foxboro senior Tom Watts continued to be one of the top all-around players this spring after another solid year at the plate, on the mound, and in the field defensively. Watts was a leader on the field while playing first base and was a consistent bat while hitting second in the lineup. He was also a reliable arm on the mound with over 63 innings of work over his four-year career. At the dish, he posted a team-high 27 hits and finished third on the team with a .333 batting average. He scored 16 runs, had five doubles, eight RBI, and five walks. In 20.2 innings of work this year, he went 3-2 with a 1.36 ERA, striking out 20 while holding opposing batters to a .169 average. “Tom proved to be one of the most consistent hitters in the league the last two seasons,” said Foxboro head coach Derek Suess. “He coupled that with stellar defense and a solid season on the mound. I am most proud of his character and leadership, both of which will be hard to replace.”

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Zach Winer – Franklin – Infield
Franklin senior Zach Winer did it all for the Panthers this season and was a big reason why the team made a strong push in the second half of the season and into the state tournament. Winer was the team’s ace this season and one of the top offensive players for the Panthers as well. He finished the season with 26 hits and a .342 batting average, adding five doubles, and was among the league leaders with three home runs. He added 22 runs scored, 17 RBI, 23 walks, and 13 stolen bases. On the mound, he pitched 52 innings and posted a 5-2 record, giving up a total of 40 hits while striking out 50, posting a 1.75 ERA. “Zach had a monster senior season and was voted our team MVP,” said Franklin head coach Zach Brown. “He was a tremendous leader and role model for our younger players. Zach was a legit two-way All-Star both on the mound and positionally as well. We are going to greatly miss Zach and his contributions next year.”

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Cam Tomaszycki – Taunton – Outfield
Taunton senior Cam Tomaszycki was a vital part of the Kelley-Rex division champions this season, both at the plate and on the mound. After a strong junior season on the mound, Tomaszycki emerged as one of the top arms in the Hock. He made nine appearances, including eight starts, and posted a 5-1 record with one save in 36 innings of work. He struck out 33 batters and had a 1.75 ERA with opponents hitting just .219 against him. He took on a bigger role in the lineup this season and delivered in a big way. He went 16-for-48 at the plate for a .333 average, recording 10 RBI, 11 runs, and eight walks while stealing nine bases without being caught once. “Fresh off a record-setting hockey season, Cam kept us in games with clutch hits, diving plays in the outfield, and dominating outings on the mound,” said Taunton head coach Blair Bourque. “The bigger the moment, the better Cam pitched. A fierce competitor, Cam constantly delivered in big moments, he had a knack for pitching out of jams and finding a way to keep us in games.”

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Lucas Crovo – North Attleboro – Outfield
North Attleboro senior Lucas Crovo capped off a strong career with the Rocketeers with an impressive final season. After a strong junior season, Crovo quickly established himself as a top offensive player in the Hock this spring. He led North Attleboro in hits (24), batting average (.358), and on-base percentage (.482) while hitting from the three-hole in the lineup. He added a pair of doubles, a pair of triples, one home run, 14 RBI, 19 runs scored, 12 walks (and four HBP), and was a threat on the base paths with 19 stolen bases. He was also one of the top defensive outfielders in the league this year. “Lucas was the epitome of consistency this season for us,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Hart. He maintained an average in the mid to high .300s the entire season. He remained calm and collected no matter what was going on. He had many moments where he stepped up to make big plays in the field and at the plate over the last two seasons.”

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Michael Huntington – Attleboro – Outfield
Attleboro senior Michael Huntington was once again one of the top players in the Hockomock League this spring. The Bombardiers’ starting right fielder has been one of the toughest outs at the plate over the past two seasons; this year he went 24-for-59 for a team-high .407 batting average, which also ranked among the league leaders in the Hock. He added four doubles and four triples while hitting out of the three-hole, notching 12 RBI, 22 runs, eight walks, and 11 stolen bases. He finished his Attleboro career with a .415 average. “He led the Hockomock League in runs and was the catalyst for our offense,” said Attleboro head coach Steve Dunlea. “He failed to reach base in only one regular season game this year, finishing with a .479 on-base percentage. Mikey also made multiple highlight-reel catches in right field.”

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Ryan O’Leary – Foxboro – Utility
Foxboro senior Ryan O’Leary had the best season of his high school career this spring, dominating on the mound once again while emerging as one of the top offensive players in the league. He was voted as the Davenport division MVP by the coaches and was selected as the HockomockSports Baseball Player of the Year (above). Offensively, he posted a .356 batting average with a .455 on-base percentage, recording 26 hits (nine doubles, one triple) with 13 RBI, 13 runs, and 12 walks. On the mound, he tossed five complete games and had a 5-3 record, striking out 68 batters with a minuscule 0.84 ERA over 58 innings of work. “Ryan has put up remarkable numbers over the last three seasons and earned well deserved MVP honors in the Hockomock League this season,” said Foxboro head coach Derek Suess. “He has a quiet confidence and plays the game the right way. Ryan will go down as one of the best to ever wear our uniform.”

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Johnny Escobalez – Taunton – Pitcher
Taunton senior Johnny Escobalez capped a memorable career with the Tigers with a strong final season. Escobalez has an impressive resume in his time with Taunton, which includes a state title as a sophomore and back-to-back Kelley-Rex division championships over the past two seasons. He dominated on the mound this season, posting a 1.26 ERA over 44.1 innings of work, striking out 47 with just 15 walks and only eight earned runs allowed all season long. He posted a 4-3 record and held opposing batters to a .196 average. He also chipped in offensively this year with a .272 average, collecting 17 hits, 15 RBI, 11 walks, nine runs, and 12 stolen bases. “One of the most dynamic three-way players in the Hockomock, Johnny is an exciting player to watch,” said Taunton head coach Blair Bourque. “His athleticism, speed, and arm strength enabled him to make routine plays into highlight-reel moments. On the mound, his ability to throw strikes from multiple angles made him almost unhittable at times. He pitched in some of the biggest games in Taunton High history and will always be remembered for his clutch performances.”

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Cam Hasenfus – King Philip – Pitcher
King Philip senior Cam Hasenfus was one of the top pitchers in the state during his final season for the Warriors and was a big reason why KP made it to the Division 1 state semifinals. After a strong junior season a year ago, Hasenfus was lights out this spring. In nine appearances, which included eight starts, Hasenfus was 7-0 in 56.1 innings of work with an impressive 0.50 ERA and went at least six innings in every one of his starts. He gave up just four earned runs all season, including just one in his last eight appearances, while striking out 57 compared to just seven walks. “Cam has been phenomenal all year,” said King Philip head coach Jeff Plympton. “He brings a different type of energy on the mound. The thing I like about Cam the most is that he’s a gamer and wants to win all the time. It was a great honor for him to get named Hockomock MVP, something that has only been done a handful of times at KP. His stats were off the charts and was in the running for Player of the Year in the state.”

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Luke Rogan – Mansfield – Pitcher
Mansfield senior southpaw Luke Rogan played a crucial role in helping the Hornets secure a third straight Davenport division title, and their second straight outright title. He was a true workhorse on the mound with over 60 innings of work, including over 45 during the regular season. He posted a 6-2 record in 60.2 innings while striking out 66 batters compared to just 19 walks. He finished the season with a 1.62 ERA while holding opposing batters to a .189 average. He chipped in offensively with a .278 average on 20 hits, including four doubles, a triple, and a home run, and drove in a team-high 16 runs. “Luke has been the heart and soul of our team the past three years,” said Mansfield head coach Chris Hall.

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HockomockSports.com Second Team

Mike Marcucella – Foxboro – Catcher
Foxboro senior Mike Marcucella wrapped up a lengthy and memorable career with the Warriors with another strong season. Marcucella has been behind the plate for almost every pitch this season, catching for 165.2 innings this year. Over his four-year career, he played in 82 games and caught over 567 innings (both program records) for the Warriors, who qualified for the state tournament all four of those seasons. He was a catalyst for the offense as well from the leadoff spot. He went 25-for-77 this season for a .325 average with two doubles, three RBI, a team-high 21 runs scored, 12 walks, and struck out only four times in 93 plate appearances. “Mike has been our guy behind the plate for four years and has consistently improved each year,” said Foxboro head coach Derek Suess. “He took over the leadoff role in our lineup and did a great job setting the tone for our offense. It will be hard to replace what he has meant to our program.”

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Tommy Gately – King Philip – Infield
King Philip senior Tommy Gately put together a great final season while manning second base for the Warriors this spring. Throughout the regular season, Gately proved to be one of the most reliable bats in the lineup and helped KP earn the fourth seed in the Division 1 tournament. During the regular season, he had a team-high 18 hits and hit .295. He finished the season with five doubles, one triple, six RBI, tied for the team lead with 17 runs, and led the team with 14 walks. In the field, he had 44 putouts with a .955 fielding percentage at second base. “Tommy took big strides this year,” said King Philip head coach Jeff Plympton. “He was a very consistent and reliable fielder for us. Tommy made some great plays in our big game against Franklin in the playoffs to keep us in the game. He did a good job at the plate being a line drive hitter and an effective bunter. He brought endless amounts of energy every single day.”

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Mason Silverman – Sharon – Infield
Sharon sophomore Mason Silverman had a breakout season this spring and became a top two-way player in the Hockomock League. After gaining some valuable experience as a freshman a year ago, Silverman made a big impact both at the plate and on the mound this spring. He became Sharon’s go-to option on the mound and ended the regular season with the most innings pitched (52) in the Hockomock League. He recorded 47 strikeouts compared to just 10 walks with a 1.75 ERA. He stranded 39 runners on base and limited opposing hitters to just a .202 average and just .167 with runners in scoring position. He mainly played at third but also saw time at first, second, and in the outfield. At the plate, he went 18-for-66 for a .273 average with three doubles, one triple, one home run, and a team-high 10 RBI. “After a solid freshman season, Mason put in an incredible amount of work in the offseason and quickly became our ace on the mound and leading run producer at the plate,” said Sharon head coach Larry Yaffe. “Mason used three pitches efficiently and effectively and put us in position to win against some of the best lineups in the state this year.”

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Jack Sullivan – Franklin – Infield
Franklin junior Jack Sullivan stepped into the lineup and had a strong season for the Panthers, who made a run to the Division 1 quarterfinals. As a first-year starter, Sullivan was a catalyst for the Panthers’ offense from the leadoff spot. He emerged as one of the top offensive weapons, hitting .358 with 29 hits, including seven doubles and two triples. He added 13 RBI, 17 runs scored, 14 walks, and had eight stolen bases. He also stepped up as one of the top defensive infielders in the league. “Jack was one of the cornerstones to our team’s success this season,” said Franklin head coach Zach Brown. “Jack batted leadoff for us, was our table setter offensively, and played elite-level defense at shortstop. We are excited to have Jack back as well as his leadership for one more season.”

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Brendan Vokey – Mansfield – Infield
Mansfield senior Brendan Vokey had a breakout year and was a big reason why the Hornets secured a third consecutive Davenport division title, and second straight outright division crown. On top of his reliable defensive play at second base, Vokey provided the Hornets with a big boost offensively. The senior eventually settled into the leadoff role and was a true catalyst for the rest of the lineup. He finished the season tied for second on the team for hits, going 23-for-61 for a .377 average. He added four doubles, nine RBI, 15 runs, and drew five walks; he was also a handful on the bases with 10 stolen bases and was never caught stealing all season. “Brendan was a catalyst for us offensively this year,” said Mansfield head coach Chris Hall. “He had incredible plate discipline and always found a way to get the job done when we needed it most. Brendan hit in the leadoff spot…and had eight multiple-hit games.”

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Andrew Gillis – Canton – Outfield
Canton junior Andrew Gillis continued to be a key part of the Bulldogs’ lineup this spring. In his second season starting in the outfield for Canton, the junior emerged as one of the most reliable bats in the lineup. He finished second on the team with 23 hits and was also second on the team with a .365 average, recording seven multi-hit games. He led Canton with eight doubles and recorded a team-best 16 RBI, tying for the team lead with 20 runs and 10 walks. He was also one of the league leaders with 18 stolen bases. He had some clutch at-bats throughout the year and hit .458 with runners in scoring position and had five two-out RBI. “Andrew leads by his play and how he handles himself,” said Canton head coach Dave Walsh. “He’s very professional, has a strong work ethic, and strives to get better every day.”

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Brady Paradis – North Attleboro – Outfield
North Attleboro senior Brady Paradis enjoyed a successful season both offensively and on the mound for the Rocketeers. Paradis picked up right where he left off last season and was once again one of the top players for the Rocketeers. On top of being a reliable defensive option in center field, he was a key bat in the lineup. He was among the team leaders with a .329 average and 23 hits, including four doubles and two triples. He also stole nine bases, scored 21 runs, and had six RBI on the year. He was also one of North’s top pitchers this season, posting a 5-0 record with one save in 28.1 innings, giving up just 15 hits, and five earned runs while striking out 28. He finished the year with a 1.24 ERA and limited opposing batters to a .152 average. “Brady did it all for us,” said North Attleboro head coach Mike Hart. “A fearless competitor, he stepped up as a starting pitcher for us this year and excelled. Down the stretch and into the postseason he was a player who we leaned on in the biggest moments. His impact as a leader was felt throughout the program.”

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Darrian Sanders – Mansfield – Outfield
Mansfield sophomore Darrian Sanders made a huge impact in his first season with the Hornets and played a vital role in helping the program secure its third straight Davenport division title and make a run to the Division 2 state quarterfinals. He covered a ton of ground in center field and had 48 putouts with a .960 fielding percentage in his first year as a starter. His biggest contribution was at the plate and he ended up leading the Hornets in a handful of categories, including hits (33), average (.434), and stolen bases (12). He also tied for the team lead with four doubles, had one triple, nine walks, 10 RBI, and 15 runs scored. “Darrian is a five-tool player and one of the best all-around athletes in the Hockomock League,” said Mansfield head coach Chris Hall. As a sophomore, Darrian hit .434, had a 1.007 OPS…and continues to be flawless defensively. Darrian is a special player that we look forward to having with us next year.”

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Tyler Ballard – Milford – Utility
Milford senior Tyler Ballard was a workhorse in his final year with the Scarlet Hawks and played a big role in helping the team turn it around after a slow start and eventually make a run to the Division 2 quarterfinals. After serving as the closer a year ago, Ballard stepped into a starting role on the mound this spring and delivered in a big way. He made 10 appearances on the mound including eight starts, securing three wins and one save in 44.2 innings of work. He was third overall in the Hockomock League in the regular season for strikeouts and finished the year with a team-high 65 strikeouts with a 3.29 ERA. He added 18 hits offensively, including six doubles, three triples, and a home run and led the Hawks with 20 RBI. He added 14 runs, five walks, and 11 stolen bases. “Tyler was our closer as a junior and stepped up in a huge way his senior year providing a ton of leadership down the stretch for us,” said Milford head coach Alex Dion. “Culminated by a complete game win against North Attleboro in the Round of 16…he is a tough kid that will do well at Wheaton.”

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Ian Carter – Milford – Pitcher
Milford senior Ian Carter wrapped up a successful four-year career with the Hawks with another strong season. The Bryant commit was one of the toughest pitchers that opponents saw all season and he had some memorable plays throughout the season. In 41 innings of action this year, he posted a 6-2 record and added one save, holding opposing batters to a .188 average throughout his nine appearances. He struck out 64 compared to just 20 walks and finished the season with a 1.88 ERA. He added 13 hits offensively, including a home run in a playoff win over North Attleboro. “Ian has been a dominant four-year player for us,” said Milford head coach Alex Dion. “He has won a bunch of big games for us and helped us make multiple runs in the postseason during his junior and senior years. He will do great at Bryant.”

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Tyler Dunlea – Attleboro – Pitcher
Attleboro senior Tyler Dunlea capped a four-year career with the Bombardiers with another big season on the mound. After missing his sophomore year due to an injury, Dunlea has put together back-to-back impressive seasons and was once again one of the top arms in the Hock. He made a team-high eight starts and posted a 3-3 record on the season. In 35 innings of work on the mound, he struck out 37 and had just 18 walks, notching a 2.20 ERA. “Tyler was the workhorse of the staff and four-year letterwinner,” said Attleboro head coach Steve Dunlea. “He routinely took the ball against the toughest opponents in the league. He finished averaging over one strikeout per inning and held opponents to a .179 batting average. Even though we came up short in round one of the playoffs, he had a perfect game until two outs in the fifth inning.”

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Nate Pennini – King Philip – Pitcher
King Philip senior Nate Pennini has quietly been one of the most consistent and one of the best pitchers in the Hockomock League over the past three seasons. There aren’t many in the league who have thrown more innings over the past three seasons than Pennini, who was second on KP this year with 51.1 innings and has thrown over 145 innings the last three seasons with 11 wins and over 100 strikeouts. He went 3-2 this year with 33 strikeouts compared to just seven walks with a 2.18 ERA. “Nate had another great year on the mound,” said King Philip head coach Jeff Plympton. “We know when Nate takes the mound that we have a chance to win. He is very consistent, effective and extremely efficient. Nate has pitched in plenty of big games throughout his years on varsity. He capped that off with a big game at the end of the year against Xaverian. He was a great leader and captain for our team.”

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Sharon sophomore Mason Silverman has been named the 2025 HockomockSports Baseball Underclassman of the Year after a strong season both on the mound and at the plate offensively. He was also voted as a Hockomock League All Star by the coaches and was selected to the HockomockSports.com Second Team.

Silverman did it all for the Eagles this season, all while facing some of the toughest competition in the league. In the field, he mainly played third base but also saw time at first base, second base, left field, and also played as a DH. His biggest contribution came on the mound where he emerged as the Eagles’ go-to arm; he led the entire Hockomock League with 52 innings during the regular season.

“Mason stepped up in a big way this spring, and did so in a variety of ways,” said HockomockSports Editor Ryan Lanigan. “It’s not easy pitching in the Hockomock League, especially going up against playoff team after playoff team but Mason did a terrific job. To face over 200 batters, and the majority of them Hock players, and hold them to a .202 average is impressive, especially as a sophomore.”

He finished the season with three wins on the mound, striking out 47 in 52 innings, including 16 looking. He only issued 10 walks and worked his way out of jams, stranding 39 runners on base while holding opponents to a .167 batting average with runners in scoring position. Offensively, he went 18-for-66 for a .273 average with three doubles, one triple, and one home run. He led Sharon this season with 10 RBI and added nine walks and seven runs scored. He hit .353 with runners in scoring position this season.

“After a solid freshman season, Mason put in an incredible amount of work in the offseason and quickly became our ace on the mound and leading run producer at the plate,” said Sharon head coach Larry Yaffe. “Mason used three pitches efficiently and effectively and put us in position to win against some of the best lineups in the state this year.”

Silverman is the first Sharon baseball player to win this award, and becomes the eighth sophomore to win the award joining Canton’s Shane Kelleher (2024), King Philip’s Travis Crawford (2022), North Attleboro’s Jared Penta (2019), Stoughton’s George Currier (2018), Attleboro’s Eoin Kelleher (2017), Oliver Ames’ Matt Muir (2016), and Taunton’s Luke Figueira (2014). Other previous winners include Milford freshman Aidan Wilde (2015) and Franklin freshman Nick Santucci (2013).

Honorable Mention: Patrick Luizzi (Franklin), Darrian Sanders (Mansfield), Ryan Flis (Milford), Gavin Alexson (Stoughton)

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Coach of the Year – Blair Bourque, Taunton

Taunton head coach Blair Bourque has been selected as the 2025 HockomockSports Baseball Coach of the Year after leading the Tigers to a second consecutive Kelley-Rex division title and the top seed in the Division 1 tournament.

In his eighth season at the helm, Bourque helped the Tigers secure back-to-back Kelley-Rex division titles for the first time since Taunton joined the Hockomock League. Taunton posted a 14-2 league record, earning at least one win against all 11 other Hockomock teams, including a sweep of the Davenport division. Taunton had the highest opponent rating in all of Division 1 and finished the regular season with a 16-6 record.

“Taunton entered the season with some question marks, but Coach Bourque quickly turned the Tigers into a fundamentally sound team built on strong pitching and clutch hitting,” said HockomockSports Editor Ryan Lanigan. “They became one of the toughest teams to beat, and every opponent knew they had to be at their absolute best just to have a shot.”

This is the first time Bourque has earned the honor, and he is the second Taunton baseball coach to win the award, joining Jeff Sylvia in 2013. Previous winners include Milford’s Alex Dion (2024), Foxboro’s Derek Suess (2022), Franklin’s Zach Brown (2019 and 2017), North Attleboro’s Mike Hart (2018), Stoughton’s Mike Armour (2016), Mansfield’s Joe Breen (2015), and Oliver Ames’ Leo Duggan (2014).

Honorable Mention: Jeff Plympton (King Philip), Chris Hall (Mansfield), Mike Hart (North Attleboro)