
Florida Gators Tap Oregon State Pitching Maestro Rich Dorman to Revamp Rotation
The University of Florida is set to hire Oregon State’s pitching coach Rich Dorman, aiming to overhaul a staff that struggled with a near‑13 ERA last season.
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The University of Florida is set to hire Oregon State’s pitching coach Rich Dorman, aiming to overhaul a staff that struggled with a near‑13 ERA last season.

After a 43‑run, 49‑hit showing in the Gainesville Regional, Florida is set to bring Oregon State's acclaimed pitching coach Rich Dorman on board, hoping his proven track record will reverse the program's recent slide.
The University of Florida is reportedly in advanced talks to bring Oregon State’s pitching mastermind Rich Dorman to Gainesville, a move that could reshape the program’s trajectory after a disappointing regional performance.
Florida’s baseball program is poised to bring in Oregon State’s celebrated pitching coach Rich Dorman, a move that follows the recent dismissal of David Kopp and aims to revive a staff that underperformed despite SEC accolades.

The 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I All-Region Teams highlight a strong showing for the Florida Gators, with four players earning Southeast region honors.

After five years, Florida's pitching coach David Kopp was dismissed amid a 27‑run regional debacle and a 4.61 team ERA, sparking a search for a new arms architect while Michael Byrne remains on staff.
The University of Florida announced the departure of pitching coach David Kopp after four seasons, a move triggered by the team's underwhelming performance in the Gainesville Regional and a season marked by inconsistent pitching.

Dylan Volantis, a sophomore pitcher from Thousand Oaks, California, has been named a finalist for the National Pitcher of the Year Award for the second straight season, boasting conference‑leading metrics and a career‑best 1.94 ERA as the award ceremony approaches in Omaha on June 13.

Aidan King, a sophomore pitcher for the Florida Gators, has been selected as a finalist for the College Baseball Foundation's National Pitcher of the Year award, capping a season that saw him dominate the SEC and set new standards for underclassmen.
With the portal window running from June 1 to 30 and the draft scheduled for July 13‑14, the Gators must replace key left‑handed arms, two catchers and several infield pieces while retaining a strong pitching core and a stacked outfield.

The Gators are reshaping their roster after a disappointing 2026 NCAA Tournament, losing several draft‑eligible pitchers and positioning a new class of talent to fill the gaps.
Back-to‑back defeats to Troy in the Gainesville Regional and a Super Regional loss to Texas Tech underscore persistent pitching and hitting challenges for Florida's spring sports programs.
A late-game pitching change by Florida's staff turned a tight contest into a five-run inning for Troy, exposing the Gators' depth issues.
The Miami Hurricanes baseball team must defeat Troy to avoid elimination, with injury concerns and weather forecasts adding layers of complexity to their regional showdown.
Miami and Florida meet at Condron Family Ballpark in a high‑stakes matchup that could determine which program advances to the super regionals.
The Hurricanes and Gators meet in a pivotal championship game after winning their respective regional matches, with key performances and broadcast details shaping the excitement.
The Gators and Hurricanes will battle for a spot in the next round of the Gainesville Regional, with both squads looking to extend their winning streaks.
The Miami Hurricanes and Florida Gators meet in the 2026 NCAA baseball tournament's Gainesville Regional final, with a spot in the super regionals and a path to the College World Series on the line.

After a six-run eighth rally by Rider, Florida answered with clutch hits from Cade Kurland and Matt Leahy, culminating in Brendan Lawson’s walk‑off single that sealed an 8‑7 victory.

Florida sophomore right‑hander Aidan King has become the talk of college baseball after being named a finalist for Baseball America’s College Pitcher of the Year award. His 2026 SEC Pitcher of the Year honor reflects a season of elite performance and remarkable consistency.

Florida’s 8‑7 walk‑off win over Rider propels them into the regional winners bracket, setting up a high‑stakes showdown against Troy or Miami.
The Florida Gators secured a dramatic 8‑7 walk‑off win over Rider, earning a spot in the winners bracket and setting up a pivotal regional matchup.

A sophomore right‑hander from Florida is a finalist for Baseball America's College Pitcher of the Year after a season that featured a 2.68 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 89 strikeouts in 84 innings.

Florida baseball begins its 18th straight NCAA Regional appearance against Rider, with key pitcher Russell Sandefer returning from a recent injury, while weather forecasts call for heavy rain that could reshape the tournament.