BEFORE SDSU: Cole qualified for the Iowa state meet four times and was a top-eight placer three times for Martensdale-St. Mary's High School ... wrapped up high school career with a runner-up finish in the 132-pound division at the Class 1A state championship ... compiled a 45-2 record his senior season ... previously recorded third-place finishes at state as a sophomore and junior ... also was an two-time first-team all-state performer in baseball ... set national high school record for times being hit by a pitch with 76