
Texas State Baseball Bolsters Roster Ahead of Pac‑12 Debut
Coach Steven Trout’s strategy of keeping key players and adding portal talent aims to make Texas State a competitive force in its inaugural Pac‑12 season.
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Coach Steven Trout’s strategy of keeping key players and adding portal talent aims to make Texas State a competitive force in its inaugural Pac‑12 season.

Rick Guarno joins Texas State after a minor‑league coaching career that included stints with the Miami Marlins and New York Yankees, bringing fresh expertise to a Bobcats squad returning key players and aiming for a Pac‑12 breakthrough.

Rick Guarno, who previously coached in the farm systems of the Marlins, Mets and Yankees, is set to lead Texas State’s offense as the team eyes a Pac‑12 debut after a record‑breaking season.

The Bobcats shattered offensive records, earned their first at‑large NCAA Tournament berth since 2022, and showcased a blend of power hitting and emerging pitching talent despite defensive lapses.

Despite a roster depleted by injuries, Texas State’s baseball team rallied to set a new home‑run record, earn an NCAA Tournament spot and position itself for a move to the Pac‑12.