HUTCHINSON, Kan.—Hutchinson High School head baseball coach Jim Preston informed KWBW radio and Hutchpost.com Wednesday, that he is resigning from his coaching position with the Salthawks. Preston was hired in 2017 and in his first year guided the Salthawks to the 6A State Tournament where they were defeated by Manhattan in the 1st round in Lawrence.
Preston just wrapped up his 6th season as head coach with his young squad going 2-18, but failed to qualify for the 6A West Regionals.
Newly hired Athletic/Activities Director Jon McLean told Eagle Media Sports that a search to replace Preston will begin soon. Preston was quoted saying "the time was right to step down."
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