Mike Stock Earns Illinois Baseball Hall of Fame Spot
The Naperville Central head coach joins the state's prestigious coaching Hall of Fame following a successful 2026 season.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Baseball
The Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association has officially inducted Naperville Central coach Mike Stock into its Hall of Fame. This honor follows a strong 2026 campaign where Stock led his team to the IHSA 4A state semifinals.
Why it matters
Stock's recognition highlights his long-term impact on the Naperville Central baseball program, which he has led since 2012. The team's recent tournament performance marked their deepest state run since 2010.
Coach Stock led the 2026 team to a 30-11 record and a fourth-place finish in the IHSA 4A state tournament. The program last reached the state semifinals in 2010 prior to this recent postseason run.
The players
Mike Stock
He is the head baseball coach at Naperville Central High School who took over the program in 2012.
John Fumagalli
He served as the pitching coach at Neuqua Valley High School for over two decades before retiring in 2023.
Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association
This organization promotes the sport and manages the state's baseball Hall of Fame honors.
The details
Mike Stock has served as the head of the Naperville Central baseball program since 2012. Under his leadership, the team secured a top-four finish in the state during the most recent 2026 season.
Timeline
2010: Naperville Central last reached the state semifinals.
2012: Mike Stock began his tenure as the Naperville Central baseball coach.
2023: John Fumagalli retired from his long-term coaching role.
2026: Naperville Central achieved a 30-11 record during the baseball season.
December 2026: The IHSBCA award ceremony takes place.
Season Trajectory
The 2026 season success marks a major return to form for Naperville Central, which had not reached the state semifinals since 2010. This performance establishes a new benchmark for the program under Stock’s long-term leadership.
The team’s fourth-place finish in the IHSA 4A state tournament provides a significant boost to the program's recruiting and morale heading into future seasons. Fans and followers can view the 30-11 record as a high-water mark for the school's recent baseball history.
The takeaway
The recognition of Mike Stock reflects the high standard of coaching excellence established in regional high school athletics. Local supporters can look to the consistent growth of the Naperville Central program as a model for sustained success.
What happens next
John Fumagalli is scheduled to receive the Mike Herbert Distinguished Service Award at the IHSBCA ceremony in December 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by NCTV17.
