Stony Brook Baseball is set to welcome a new face to its coaching staff as head coach Matt Senk announces the addition of Evan Fox (’24) as the new Director of Player Development. Fox's remarkable playing career with the Seawolves has left an indelible mark on the program, and now he is ready to contribute in a new capacity.

Unlock the Potential with Evan Fox's Player Development

Fox's Playing Career Highlights

During his time with the Seawolves, Fox demonstrated exceptional skills on the field. He boasted a remarkable.298 batting average across 682 at-bats, accumulating 203 hits, 106 RBIs, 45 doubles, 18 home runs, and nine triples. His ability to steal bases was truly a force to be reckoned with, as he swiped an astonishing 108 bases over four years, setting a program record. As a junior, he shattered the single-season stolen base record previously held by Travis Jankowski with an impressive 39 steals.His impact was felt immediately in his rookie season. In 2021, he helped the Seawolves achieve consecutive America East Regular Season titles. He earned America East Rookie of the Week honors three times and was named to the All-Rookie Team. Playing in 44 games (43 starts), he recorded 35 hits, one home run, 18 RBIs, and a team-leading 21 stolen bases, which ranked sixth among all freshmen in the nation. In his sophomore year, starting all 46 games, he collected hits in 35 of them and reached base safely in 41, finishing with a.322 batting average and a career-best.430 on-base percentage.The 2023 season was a standout one for Fox. He finished second in the nation in stolen bases and dominated as Stony Brook's leadoff hitter. He earned All-CAA First Team honors with a career-high.333 batting average and led the team with a.429 on-base percentage. His conference play performance was exceptional, ranking third in the CAA with a.383 average. He started the year by reaching base in 31 consecutive games and finished the season reaching safely in 49 of his 50 starts.In 2024, he capped off his collegiate career by earning All-CAA honors for the second consecutive season and the third time overall. He ranked among the top five on the team in 12 offensive categories, including runs scored (35), hits (44), RBIs (24), doubles (11), home runs (4), total bases (67), and stolen bases (17). He also set the team's longest hitting streak of the season, hitting safely in 11 straight games from March 15 to April 12.

His Impact on the Program's Record Books

Fox's legacy at Stony Brook is undeniable. He is the all-time leader in stolen bases with 108, tied for second in runs scored with 166, 10th in doubles with 45, and 11th in triples with 9. His contributions have helped shape the program and set new standards for future players.For the latest updates on Stony Brook Baseball, be sure to follow the program on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.