A Rare Double Honor for Kansas Baseball
Dan Fitzgerald, the University of Kansas baseball head coach, has been named Big 12 Coach of the Year for the second consecutive season, a first in program history.
Since taking the helm in 2022, Fitzgerald has engineered a turnaround that saw the Jayhawks climb from the bottom of the conference to the top, culminating in a 42‑win regular season in 2025.
The accolade marks the second straight year Fitzgerald has received the league’s top coaching award, joining an exclusive club of only two coaches in Big 12 history to achieve back‑to‑back honors.
From Cellar to Crown
Under Fitzgerald’s guidance the team set multiple program records, including the most Big 12 victories and home runs, and finished the season atop the conference standings.
The Jayhawks’ ascent from last place to conference leaders encapsulated a rapid rise that has rekindled excitement among fans and alumni alike.
In recognition of the historic achievement, Fitzgerald signed a contract extension that will keep him at the helm for another six years, ensuring continuity for the program’s ambitious trajectory.