A New Era for Houston Baseball
Chris Mitchell has been named the new head coach of Houston High School baseball, taking over a program that has posted at least 20 wins in every season since 2012.
Mitchell arrives after a successful stint at Lausanne Collegiate School, where he founded the program in 2018 and guided the team to five consecutive winning seasons, culminating in a third‑place finish in the Division II‑A West District 6 in 2026.
A Legacy of Excellence
Lane McCarter, who served as head coach for 26 years, departs after building a durable foundation for the program. His departure opened the door for an interim period in which Jared Schmitt steered the team to a region championship and finished the season with a 31‑15 record.
Schmitt’s interim performance not only secured a region title but also demonstrated the depth of talent and commitment within the Houston baseball community, setting a high bar for Mitchell’s upcoming tenure.
With a storied history and a culture of winning, Houston High looks to blend tradition with fresh strategy under Mitchell’s leadership, aiming to sustain its reputation as one of Tennessee’s most consistent baseball programs.