
Florida Baseball Secures Rich Dorman as New Pitching Coach
The University of Florida's baseball program is poised to welcome Rich Dorman, the former Oregon State pitching coach, to lead its staff, aiming to elevate its mound performance.
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The University of Florida's baseball program is poised to welcome Rich Dorman, the former Oregon State pitching coach, to lead its staff, aiming to elevate its mound performance.

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.

Florida baseball dismisses pitching coach David Kopp and assistant Taylor Black, who heads to NC State, amid performance concerns and a staff reshuffle.

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.

Taylor Black, who helped the Florida Gators reach the College World Series twice, is departing for North Carolina State, prompting a reshuffle that includes the dismissal of pitching coach David Kopp and a public acknowledgment from head coach Kevin O'Sullivan.
After helping Florida reach the College World Series twice, assistant coach Taylor Black is set to join NC State as its new recruiting coordinator, leaving the Gators with two vacancies to fill.

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.