Joined Naval Academy Athletic Association: August 2013
Joining the NAAA during the summer of 2013, Cook currently serves as the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Operations and Summer Camp Programs.
In this role Cook is responsible for coordinating and managing NAAA Sports Camps. Cook has been instrumental in developing new camps, increasing camp attendance, and generating enhanced revenue growth. NAAA Sports Camps occur year-round and allow each camper the opportunity to learn from the coaching staff, develop new relationships, and understand what it takes to be a Navy student-athlete. CLICK HERE for a full listing of Sports Camps.
Cook also develops and administers varsity team travel budgets, and is the primary conduit between NAAA and USNA Transportation.
Cook serves as the lead for Special Operations, including the Veterans Classic Basketball Event. This event gives participating schools the opportunity to experience life as a Midshipman, as well as the history and traditions of the Academy. Games are televised nationally on CBS Sports Network. The following teams have participated in the Veterans Classic, during his tenure:
ACC: North Carolina, Pittsburgh, Virginia Tech.
Big Ten: Michigan State, Ohio State, Maryland.
Big 12: Houston.
SEC: Tennessee, Florida, Vanderbilt, Alabama, Auburn.
AAC: Temple, Memphis, Wichita State, East Carolina.
Atlantic 10: VCU, Davidson, George Washington, Richmond, Saint Joseph's.
Big East: Marquette, Providence.
Ivy League: Princeton.
Mountain West: Utah State.
In addition to Camps, Team Travel, and Special Operations responsibilities, Cook is also responsible for overseeing and managing investment properties owned by the Naval Academy Foundation. He monitors both capital and maintenance projects, and is the primary interface between the Naval Academy Athletic Association and the Foundation.
Cook is the sport administrator for Men's Water Polo, Men's Heavyweight Crew, Men's Lightweight Crew, and Women's Rowing.
During his tenure at the NAAA, Cook has served in other various roles, including: Summer Camps Manager, Naval Academy Golf Association Business Affairs, Ticket Office Administrator, and an administrator in the Business Office.
Cook earned a Master's degree in Sport and Recreation Studies from George Mason University in 2013. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, with a minor in Communications, from Saint Joseph's University in 2011. Cook was a member of the baseball team at St. Joe’s.
Cook currently resides in Edgewater with his wife Mary Ellen, son Connor, and daughter Mia.
