A staff in flux
Mark Moriarty announced on social media that he will not return as the Nevada Wolf Pack’s pitching coach, ending a brief but eventful tenure that began in 2022. He thanked the university for the opportunity and reflected on the relationships forged during his time in Reno.
The Wolf Pack’s campaign unraveled in the final weeks, dropping 10 of their last 11 games and finishing with a 7.73 earned run average — the highest in the program’s history.
Head coach Jordan Getzelman confirmed that Moriarty’s dismissal marks his first major staff change, signaling a shift in the program’s pitching philosophy as he looks to rebuild the rotation.
Moriarty’s arrival had been heralded as a cornerstone of a staff that helped the Wolf Pack capture the 2025 Mountain West regular‑season championship, a triumph built on a blend of veteran experience and fresh talent.
The rotation suffered a setback early when opening‑day starter Dominic Desch went down with an injury, forcing the team to rely on a thin bullpen.
Despite the turbulence, three relievers posted ERAs under 5.00, and sophomore left‑hander Aidan Brainard earned first‑team All‑Mountain West honors after topping the conference in league‑game ERA.