Cole was born and raised on the south side of Springfield where he attended Glendale High School. He played baseball at the collegiate level for College of DuPage in Chicago, Illinois and Evengal University in Springfield. After his college graduation, Cole began coaching baseball in the Springfield area and has continued to do so for over 5 years and is currently an assistant for the Fighting Irish of Springfield Catholic High School. Cole specializes in Sports Specific training for types of athletes as well as the general fitness clients. Cole resides with his family in Springfield and in his free time enjoys hiking, fishing, reading, and playing with his dog "Bodhi."