
Ryan Forrest Takes the Helm of Princeton Baseball
Princeton University has named Ryan Forrest as its 17th head baseball coach, tapping a veteran developer of elite pitchers to revive a program that last captured an Ivy League title in 2016.
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Princeton University has named Ryan Forrest as its 17th head baseball coach, tapping a veteran developer of elite pitchers to revive a program that last captured an Ivy League title in 2016.

Ryan Forrest, a coach with a track record of pitching development and tournament success, succeeds Scott Bradley and will lead Princeton baseball into a new era beginning in February 2027.

After nearly three decades leading Princeton’s baseball program, former MLB catcher Scott Bradley was fired. The move follows a 15‑27 record in 2026, ending a tenure that included seven Ivy League titles and seven NCAA Tournament appearances.

Ryan Forrest, who helped elevate Boston College's pitching staff to a conference‑level threat, is leaving to become the head coach at Princeton University, prompting a search for replacements and highlighting the program's recent player development successes.

Ryan Forrest, known for his work with Boston College’s pitching staff and for developing MLB‑ready arms like Paul Skenes, is set to become the new head coach at Princeton University.

Eastern Michigan University announced the appointment of Mike Ott as its new head baseball coach, tapping a proven developer of talent and culture. Ott, who spent 14 years at Kalamazoo College, guided the Division III program to consecutive conference titles and multiple academic awards. His arrival follows a sub‑par 19‑34 season under interim leadership and comes amid a broader shuffle of coaching moves across the nation.