For the first time in 17 years, Jesuit Dallas will have a new manager manning the dugout in 2027.
But the change in leadership won’t interrupt the Rangers’ winning tradition. Former state champion Eddie Cornblum is slated to take over following the departure of Brian Jones, who has taken the helm at Prosper Walnut Grove.
Cornblum arrives at Jesuit after spending the past 10 years as head coach at Waco Midway, where the Panthers won eight district titles in addition to the 2025 Class 6A Division I state title.
Prior to his time at Midway, Cornblum spent 13 years in Belton, including seven as head coach.
“When you look at the history and the tradition at Jesuit, that is definitely something that was intriguing right off the bat,” Cornblum said. “I’ve always been a central Texas guy, but with my son living in Dallas now, this allows me to be closer to him. It also gives me a chance to continue coaching, but to do so at a private school that competes in the UIL at the top classification.”
The Rangers are coming off a successful 2026 season in their own right, going unbeaten en route to the District 7-6A title and reaching the regional finals of the 6A Division I playoffs.
Jesuit previously claimed a state title in 2016, and Cornblum is hopeful he’ll take the program to the same heights during his time in Dallas. Jesuit already has the coaching, tradition, and talent to reach that level, he said.
“I know the fundamentals and the discipline and the tradition are already there. If we can bring some new flair to the program, then great, but I don’t have to try and reinvent the wheel here,” he added. “And I know I’ll be inheriting a great staff that’s already here. I’m excited about any new challenges and to build on the success they’ve had here.”
Jesuit athletic director Kyle Herrera, meanwhile, believes Jesuit and Cornblum are a great match.
“Coach Cornblum has established himself as one of the premier coaches in Texas high school baseball, and we are excited to welcome him as the next head coach at Jesuit Dallas,” he said. “Beyond the wins and championships, what stood out most throughout our search was coach Cornblum’s ability to build a strong culture, develop meaningful relationships with student athletes, and communicate effectively with players, parents, and coaches. He is a proven leader who aligns with our mission of forming young men of character, and we are thrilled to have him lead the Ranger baseball program.”
Cornblum noted he will arrive in Dallas in a couple of weeks before beginning his duties as coach at the start of the school year in August.
“I’m still finishing packing things up here and tying up some loose ends,” he said. “But I’m beyond excited to get up to Dallas and get started.”
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