The University of Tennessee baseball program announced that it has mutually separated from assistant coach Josh Reynolds after a two‑year stint, marking a notable turnover in the Volunteers’ pitching staff.
Head coach Josh Elander issued a statement thanking Reynolds for his dedication, noting that the decision reflects a strategic shift in how the program will approach player development moving forward.
A brief look back
Reynolds, who was elevated to assistant coach in November 2025 after serving as director of pitching performance under Tony Vitello during the 2025 season, leaves a legacy of elevating pitchers to new performance heights.
Elander highlighted Reynolds’ elite development skills and meticulous attention to detail, qualities that helped several Volunteers reach career‑best numbers on the mound.
What’s next for the staff
While the coaching staff will undergo adjustments, the university’s athletic department emphasized that the move is part of a broader effort to align resources with the team’s long‑term goals in Knoxville.
The Volunteers will begin integrating new pitching mentors as the offseason progresses, with an eye toward maintaining the competitive edge that Reynolds helped cultivate.