Troy University Secures Skylar Meade Through 2029
Troy University announced this week that head coach Skylar Meade has been extended through the 2029 season, a four‑year agreement that cements his status as the highest‑paid coach in the Sun Belt Conference. The extension includes a one‑year add‑on and reflects the administration’s confidence in Meade’s ability to continue elevating the program.
The move follows a breakout 2026 campaign in which the Trojans posted a 39‑32 record, hosted a Super Regional for the first time and traveled to Omaha for the College World Series. That run marked a watershed moment for a program that had long hovered on the periphery of national conversation.
2026 Season Breakthrough
Meade’s five‑year tenure has produced a 187‑132 overall record, including four seasons with at least 35 victories. Under his guidance the team has become a pipeline for MLB talent, delivering four draft selections in 2026 – the most since 1999 – highlighted by catcher Jimmy Janicki, the Sun Belt Player of the Year, who slashed .343/.415/.664 with 21 homers and 87 RBI.
A Record of Growth
The coach’s impact extends beyond the diamond; Troy has invested heavily in its staff, most recently rewarding associate head coach Ben Walgamot with a salary increase that underscores the university’s commitment to a competitive coaching cadre.
Investing in the Future
With Janicki set to return for his junior year and a recruiting class already ranked among the nation’s best, the Trojans are positioned to translate their recent momentum into sustained excellence. The program’s blend of player development, strategic investments and a clear vision for growth has earned it recognition as one of the premier mid‑major baseball programs in the country.