AUSTIN, Texas — St. Edward's men's basketball head coach Andre Cook has been named one of Silver Waves Media's Top 50 Most Impactful NCAA Division II Men's Basketball Head Coaches, recognizing his leadership, sustained success, and influence on student-athletes and the Division II basketball community.

Cook has built the most sustained stretch of success in program history, becoming St. Edward's all-time leader in coaching victories and NCAA Tournament wins. His tenure includes four NCAA Tournament appearances, two conference regular-season championships, and consecutive NCAA postseason berths in 2025 and 2026.

Through changing rosters, Cook's teams have maintained an offensive identity rooted in ball movement, player movement, and shared responsibility. His ability to adapt that system to different personnel has helped the Hilltoppers consistently compete among the South Central Region's best.

That success has included eight all-region seasons and 46 all-conference selections by his players. In 2019, Cook earned CollegeInsider.com National Coach of the Year honors, along with regional and Heartland Conference coaching recognition.

His impact also extends beyond competition. Under Cook, the Hilltoppers have earned multiple NABC Team Academic Excellence honors and eight Lone Star Conference All-Academic selections. Former players have advanced into professional basketball, coaching, and careers ranging from finance to medicine.

Silver Waves Media's recognition celebrates coaches whose work strengthens their programs and the broader basketball community through leadership, student-athlete development, and lasting relationships.