Roger Cador, the longtime head coach of the Southern University baseball program, died recently, leaving a profound void in the world of HBCU athletics.
A Hall of Fame Legacy
Over 33 seasons, Cador built a program that became synonymous with excellence, compiling a career record of 913‑597‑1 and capturing 14 Southwestern Athletic Conference championships.
His teams celebrated HBCU national championships in 2003 and 2005, moments that elevated the university’s profile and inspired future generations of players.
In 2022, Cador earned induction into the American Baseball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, a testament to his strategic acumen and dedication to the sport.
Mentorship and Influence
Beyond the field, he mentored countless student‑athletes, many of whom credit him with shaping both their athletic performance and personal character.
Tony Clayton, a former player under Cador, described the coach as a father figure who taught him discipline, teamwork and the value of community service.
Southern University’s baseball program remains one of the SWAC’s most decorated, a living testament to Cador’s enduring influence on the sport and on the lives of those he coached.