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Gransapo said:
From my AI overlord:
  1. Chris Pollard – Duke University (Durham, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Pollard has turned Duke into an ACC contender since 2013, with four Super Regional appearances and a 2021 ACC title. Miami’s baseball-first culture could appeal over Duke’s basketball focus.
    • Notable Achievements: 2021 ACC Coach of the Year, consistent NCAA bids, 300+ wins at Duke.
    • Why He’d Move: A chance to win titles at a program with Miami’s resources and legacy.
  2. Tom Walter – Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Walter’s 2023 College World Series semifinal run as the No. 1 seed with Wake Forest shows he can elevate teams. His Southeast recruiting ties suit Miami’s needs.
    • Notable Achievements: 2023 ACC Coach of the Year, over 800 career wins, Wake’s rise to power.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s larger stage could draw him from a smaller private school.
  3. Cliff Godwin – East Carolina University (Greenville, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Godwin has built ECU into a mid-major powerhouse, hosting eight straight regionals and reaching a Super Regional in 2022. Miami offers a power-conference leap.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 400 wins at ECU, 2022 AAC Coach of the Year, postseason consistency.
    • Why He’d Move: A natural step up to compete for titles at Miami.
  4. Josh Elander – University of Tennessee (Knoxville, TN) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Elander, Tennessee’s recruiting and hitting coach, was key to their 2024 national title and three CWS trips. A young, dynamic hire could energize Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Helped Tennessee to No. 1 seeds, top recruiting classes, 2024 title.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching role, and Miami offers a high-profile debut.
  5. John Szefc – Virginia Tech University (Blacksburg, VA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Szefc led Virginia Tech to a Super Regional in 2022 and has consistent NCAA bids. His Maryland success (three NCAA appearances) highlights his building skills.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 career wins, 2022 ACC Tournament title, steady ACC performer.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s higher ceiling could be a step up from Virginia Tech’s modest baseball tradition.
  6. Mike Bell – University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Bell has elevated Pitt to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments (2022, 2023), a rarity for the program. His Florida roots (FSU alum) could translate to Miami’s recruiting base.
    • Notable Achievements: 2022 ACC Coastal Division title, turned Pitt into a contender.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s resources and baseball history dwarf Pitt’s, offering a bigger stage.
  7. Dan Heefner – Dallas Baptist University (Dallas, TX)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Heefner has made DBU a mid-major powerhouse, with 17 straight NCAA appearances and five Super Regional trips. Miami could be a power-conference step up.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 wins at DBU, consistent postseason success, 2021 Super Regional.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC platform and recruiting advantages could lure him from a private mid-major.
  8. Matt Riser – University of Memphis (Memphis, TN)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Riser has revitalized Memphis since 2022, winning the 2024 AAC title and reaching an NCAA regional. His Southeastern Louisiana success (three NCAA bids) shows rebuilding ability.
    • Notable Achievements: 2024 AAC Coach of the Year, rapid Memphis turnaround.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC status and baseball legacy offer a significant upgrade over Memphis.
  9. Kevin McMullan – University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: McMullan, UVA’s longtime assistant, has been key to their 2015 national title and seven CWS trips. A proven recruiter and developer, he could lead Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Part of UVA’s elite run, strong ACC pedigree, player development expertise.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching shot, and Miami offers a prestigious opportunity.
  10. Landon Powell – North Greenville University (Tigerville, SC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Powell has led Division II North Greenville to three national titles (2022, 2023, 2024) and a 155-31 record since 2018. His MLB experience (six years as a catcher) and South Carolina ties could translate to Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Three straight D-II national titles, 2024 D-II Coach of the Year.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s D-I ACC platform offers a big leap from D-II, leveraging his winning pedigree.
Gransapo, AI's humble human battery:

1. Pollard
2. Elander
3. Godwin
4. Bell
5. McMullan
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Great job
 
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We need to start a list of schools looking for coaches as well. Rad needs to be on this mid- May.

1. Georgia Tech - might hire the former FSU guy on staff , James Ramsey

2. Mississippi State- program is in a free fall
 
Gransapo said:
From my AI overlord:
  1. Chris Pollard – Duke University (Durham, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Pollard has turned Duke into an ACC contender since 2013, with four Super Regional appearances and a 2021 ACC title. Miami’s baseball-first culture could appeal over Duke’s basketball focus.
    • Notable Achievements: 2021 ACC Coach of the Year, consistent NCAA bids, 300+ wins at Duke.
    • Why He’d Move: A chance to win titles at a program with Miami’s resources and legacy.
  2. Tom Walter – Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Walter’s 2023 College World Series semifinal run as the No. 1 seed with Wake Forest shows he can elevate teams. His Southeast recruiting ties suit Miami’s needs.
    • Notable Achievements: 2023 ACC Coach of the Year, over 800 career wins, Wake’s rise to power.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s larger stage could draw him from a smaller private school.
  3. Cliff Godwin – East Carolina University (Greenville, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Godwin has built ECU into a mid-major powerhouse, hosting eight straight regionals and reaching a Super Regional in 2022. Miami offers a power-conference leap.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 400 wins at ECU, 2022 AAC Coach of the Year, postseason consistency.
    • Why He’d Move: A natural step up to compete for titles at Miami.
  4. Josh Elander – University of Tennessee (Knoxville, TN) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Elander, Tennessee’s recruiting and hitting coach, was key to their 2024 national title and three CWS trips. A young, dynamic hire could energize Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Helped Tennessee to No. 1 seeds, top recruiting classes, 2024 title.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching role, and Miami offers a high-profile debut.
  5. John Szefc – Virginia Tech University (Blacksburg, VA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Szefc led Virginia Tech to a Super Regional in 2022 and has consistent NCAA bids. His Maryland success (three NCAA appearances) highlights his building skills.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 career wins, 2022 ACC Tournament title, steady ACC performer.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s higher ceiling could be a step up from Virginia Tech’s modest baseball tradition.
  6. Mike Bell – University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Bell has elevated Pitt to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments (2022, 2023), a rarity for the program. His Florida roots (FSU alum) could translate to Miami’s recruiting base.
    • Notable Achievements: 2022 ACC Coastal Division title, turned Pitt into a contender.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s resources and baseball history dwarf Pitt’s, offering a bigger stage.
  7. Dan Heefner – Dallas Baptist University (Dallas, TX)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Heefner has made DBU a mid-major powerhouse, with 17 straight NCAA appearances and five Super Regional trips. Miami could be a power-conference step up.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 wins at DBU, consistent postseason success, 2021 Super Regional.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC platform and recruiting advantages could lure him from a private mid-major.
  8. Matt Riser – University of Memphis (Memphis, TN)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Riser has revitalized Memphis since 2022, winning the 2024 AAC title and reaching an NCAA regional. His Southeastern Louisiana success (three NCAA bids) shows rebuilding ability.
    • Notable Achievements: 2024 AAC Coach of the Year, rapid Memphis turnaround.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC status and baseball legacy offer a significant upgrade over Memphis.
  9. Kevin McMullan – University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: McMullan, UVA’s longtime assistant, has been key to their 2015 national title and seven CWS trips. A proven recruiter and developer, he could lead Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Part of UVA’s elite run, strong ACC pedigree, player development expertise.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching shot, and Miami offers a prestigious opportunity.
  10. Landon Powell – North Greenville University (Tigerville, SC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Powell has led Division II North Greenville to three national titles (2022, 2023, 2024) and a 155-31 record since 2018. His MLB experience (six years as a catcher) and South Carolina ties could translate to Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Three straight D-II national titles, 2024 D-II Coach of the Year.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s D-I ACC platform offers a big leap from D-II, leveraging his winning pedigree.
Gransapo, AI's humble human battery:

1. Pollard
2. Elander
3. Godwin
4. Bell
5. McMullan
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Very strong list.
Too bad we didn't hire a real coach when the opportunity arose last year. Every year we don't do the inevitable is another year the program sinks to lower levels.
 
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I don’t think Heefner will leave DBU. He’s involved with more than just baseball. Godwin has turned down some big jobs but that was mostly prior to NIL. He’s having a tough time keeping guys. Could be the right time to make a phone call. Not sure about “fit” but I don’t know if that really matters anyway.

I like Deggs from Louisiana but that really seems like a weird fit. Although his “style” would intrigue me at Miami. Having a down year so far this year.

I’ve been openly for Pollard. Hes a rockstar IMO and has turned some squads around and built programs. Duke was a legit disaster before he got there. So was App St.

I get the intrigue for Walter but I don’t love it. I don’t really have a great reason why but I don’t.
 
Gransapo said:
From my AI overlord:
  1. Chris Pollard – Duke University (Durham, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Pollard has turned Duke into an ACC contender since 2013, with four Super Regional appearances and a 2021 ACC title. Miami’s baseball-first culture could appeal over Duke’s basketball focus.
    • Notable Achievements: 2021 ACC Coach of the Year, consistent NCAA bids, 300+ wins at Duke.
    • Why He’d Move: A chance to win titles at a program with Miami’s resources and legacy.
  2. Tom Walter – Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Walter’s 2023 College World Series semifinal run as the No. 1 seed with Wake Forest shows he can elevate teams. His Southeast recruiting ties suit Miami’s needs.
    • Notable Achievements: 2023 ACC Coach of the Year, over 800 career wins, Wake’s rise to power.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s larger stage could draw him from a smaller private school.
  3. Cliff Godwin – East Carolina University (Greenville, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Godwin has built ECU into a mid-major powerhouse, hosting eight straight regionals and reaching a Super Regional in 2022. Miami offers a power-conference leap.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 400 wins at ECU, 2022 AAC Coach of the Year, postseason consistency.
    • Why He’d Move: A natural step up to compete for titles at Miami.
  4. Josh Elander – University of Tennessee (Knoxville, TN) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Elander, Tennessee’s recruiting and hitting coach, was key to their 2024 national title and three CWS trips. A young, dynamic hire could energize Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Helped Tennessee to No. 1 seeds, top recruiting classes, 2024 title.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching role, and Miami offers a high-profile debut.
  5. John Szefc – Virginia Tech University (Blacksburg, VA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Szefc led Virginia Tech to a Super Regional in 2022 and has consistent NCAA bids. His Maryland success (three NCAA appearances) highlights his building skills.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 career wins, 2022 ACC Tournament title, steady ACC performer.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s higher ceiling could be a step up from Virginia Tech’s modest baseball tradition.
  6. Mike Bell – University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Bell has elevated Pitt to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments (2022, 2023), a rarity for the program. His Florida roots (FSU alum) could translate to Miami’s recruiting base.
    • Notable Achievements: 2022 ACC Coastal Division title, turned Pitt into a contender.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s resources and baseball history dwarf Pitt’s, offering a bigger stage.
  7. Dan Heefner – Dallas Baptist University (Dallas, TX)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Heefner has made DBU a mid-major powerhouse, with 17 straight NCAA appearances and five Super Regional trips. Miami could be a power-conference step up.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 wins at DBU, consistent postseason success, 2021 Super Regional.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC platform and recruiting advantages could lure him from a private mid-major.
  8. Matt Riser – University of Memphis (Memphis, TN)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Riser has revitalized Memphis since 2022, winning the 2024 AAC title and reaching an NCAA regional. His Southeastern Louisiana success (three NCAA bids) shows rebuilding ability.
    • Notable Achievements: 2024 AAC Coach of the Year, rapid Memphis turnaround.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC status and baseball legacy offer a significant upgrade over Memphis.
  9. Kevin McMullan – University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: McMullan, UVA’s longtime assistant, has been key to their 2015 national title and seven CWS trips. A proven recruiter and developer, he could lead Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Part of UVA’s elite run, strong ACC pedigree, player development expertise.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching shot, and Miami offers a prestigious opportunity.
  10. Landon Powell – North Greenville University (Tigerville, SC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Powell has led Division II North Greenville to three national titles (2022, 2023, 2024) and a 155-31 record since 2018. His MLB experience (six years as a catcher) and South Carolina ties could translate to Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Three straight D-II national titles, 2024 D-II Coach of the Year.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s D-I ACC platform offers a big leap from D-II, leveraging his winning pedigree.
Gransapo, AI's humble human battery:

1. Pollard
2. Elander
3. Godwin
4. Bell
5. McMullan
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This really was an outstanding write up.
 
Gransapo said:
From my AI overlord:
  1. Chris Pollard – Duke University (Durham, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Pollard has turned Duke into an ACC contender since 2013, with four Super Regional appearances and a 2021 ACC title. Miami’s baseball-first culture could appeal over Duke’s basketball focus.
    • Notable Achievements: 2021 ACC Coach of the Year, consistent NCAA bids, 300+ wins at Duke.
    • Why He’d Move: A chance to win titles at a program with Miami’s resources and legacy.
  2. Tom Walter – Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Walter’s 2023 College World Series semifinal run as the No. 1 seed with Wake Forest shows he can elevate teams. His Southeast recruiting ties suit Miami’s needs.
    • Notable Achievements: 2023 ACC Coach of the Year, over 800 career wins, Wake’s rise to power.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s larger stage could draw him from a smaller private school.
  3. Cliff Godwin – East Carolina University (Greenville, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Godwin has built ECU into a mid-major powerhouse, hosting eight straight regionals and reaching a Super Regional in 2022. Miami offers a power-conference leap.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 400 wins at ECU, 2022 AAC Coach of the Year, postseason consistency.
    • Why He’d Move: A natural step up to compete for titles at Miami.
  4. Josh Elander – University of Tennessee (Knoxville, TN) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Elander, Tennessee’s recruiting and hitting coach, was key to their 2024 national title and three CWS trips. A young, dynamic hire could energize Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Helped Tennessee to No. 1 seeds, top recruiting classes, 2024 title.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching role, and Miami offers a high-profile debut.
  5. John Szefc – Virginia Tech University (Blacksburg, VA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Szefc led Virginia Tech to a Super Regional in 2022 and has consistent NCAA bids. His Maryland success (three NCAA appearances) highlights his building skills.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 career wins, 2022 ACC Tournament title, steady ACC performer.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s higher ceiling could be a step up from Virginia Tech’s modest baseball tradition.
  6. Mike Bell – University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Bell has elevated Pitt to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments (2022, 2023), a rarity for the program. His Florida roots (FSU alum) could translate to Miami’s recruiting base.
    • Notable Achievements: 2022 ACC Coastal Division title, turned Pitt into a contender.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s resources and baseball history dwarf Pitt’s, offering a bigger stage.
  7. Dan Heefner – Dallas Baptist University (Dallas, TX)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Heefner has made DBU a mid-major powerhouse, with 17 straight NCAA appearances and five Super Regional trips. Miami could be a power-conference step up.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 wins at DBU, consistent postseason success, 2021 Super Regional.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC platform and recruiting advantages could lure him from a private mid-major.
  8. Matt Riser – University of Memphis (Memphis, TN)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Riser has revitalized Memphis since 2022, winning the 2024 AAC title and reaching an NCAA regional. His Southeastern Louisiana success (three NCAA bids) shows rebuilding ability.
    • Notable Achievements: 2024 AAC Coach of the Year, rapid Memphis turnaround.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC status and baseball legacy offer a significant upgrade over Memphis.
  9. Kevin McMullan – University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: McMullan, UVA’s longtime assistant, has been key to their 2015 national title and seven CWS trips. A proven recruiter and developer, he could lead Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Part of UVA’s elite run, strong ACC pedigree, player development expertise.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching shot, and Miami offers a prestigious opportunity.
  10. Landon Powell – North Greenville University (Tigerville, SC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Powell has led Division II North Greenville to three national titles (2022, 2023, 2024) and a 155-31 record since 2018. His MLB experience (six years as a catcher) and South Carolina ties could translate to Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Three straight D-II national titles, 2024 D-II Coach of the Year.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s D-I ACC platform offers a big leap from D-II, leveraging his winning pedigree.
Gransapo, AI's humble human battery:

1. Pollard
2. Elander
3. Godwin
4. Bell
5. McMullan
Click to expand...
Any one on the list except Powell. Would be a scary hire due to not coaching at a higher level.
 
Gransapo said:
From my AI overlord:
  1. Chris Pollard – Duke University (Durham, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Pollard has turned Duke into an ACC contender since 2013, with four Super Regional appearances and a 2021 ACC title. Miami’s baseball-first culture could appeal over Duke’s basketball focus.
    • Notable Achievements: 2021 ACC Coach of the Year, consistent NCAA bids, 300+ wins at Duke.
    • Why He’d Move: A chance to win titles at a program with Miami’s resources and legacy.
  2. Tom Walter – Wake Forest University (Winston-Salem, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Walter’s 2023 College World Series semifinal run as the No. 1 seed with Wake Forest shows he can elevate teams. His Southeast recruiting ties suit Miami’s needs.
    • Notable Achievements: 2023 ACC Coach of the Year, over 800 career wins, Wake’s rise to power.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s larger stage could draw him from a smaller private school.
  3. Cliff Godwin – East Carolina University (Greenville, NC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Godwin has built ECU into a mid-major powerhouse, hosting eight straight regionals and reaching a Super Regional in 2022. Miami offers a power-conference leap.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 400 wins at ECU, 2022 AAC Coach of the Year, postseason consistency.
    • Why He’d Move: A natural step up to compete for titles at Miami.
  4. Josh Elander – University of Tennessee (Knoxville, TN) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Elander, Tennessee’s recruiting and hitting coach, was key to their 2024 national title and three CWS trips. A young, dynamic hire could energize Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Helped Tennessee to No. 1 seeds, top recruiting classes, 2024 title.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching role, and Miami offers a high-profile debut.
  5. John Szefc – Virginia Tech University (Blacksburg, VA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Szefc led Virginia Tech to a Super Regional in 2022 and has consistent NCAA bids. His Maryland success (three NCAA appearances) highlights his building skills.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 career wins, 2022 ACC Tournament title, steady ACC performer.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s higher ceiling could be a step up from Virginia Tech’s modest baseball tradition.
  6. Mike Bell – University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh, PA)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Bell has elevated Pitt to back-to-back NCAA Tournaments (2022, 2023), a rarity for the program. His Florida roots (FSU alum) could translate to Miami’s recruiting base.
    • Notable Achievements: 2022 ACC Coastal Division title, turned Pitt into a contender.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s resources and baseball history dwarf Pitt’s, offering a bigger stage.
  7. Dan Heefner – Dallas Baptist University (Dallas, TX)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Heefner has made DBU a mid-major powerhouse, with 17 straight NCAA appearances and five Super Regional trips. Miami could be a power-conference step up.
    • Notable Achievements: Over 600 wins at DBU, consistent postseason success, 2021 Super Regional.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC platform and recruiting advantages could lure him from a private mid-major.
  8. Matt Riser – University of Memphis (Memphis, TN)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Riser has revitalized Memphis since 2022, winning the 2024 AAC title and reaching an NCAA regional. His Southeastern Louisiana success (three NCAA bids) shows rebuilding ability.
    • Notable Achievements: 2024 AAC Coach of the Year, rapid Memphis turnaround.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s ACC status and baseball legacy offer a significant upgrade over Memphis.
  9. Kevin McMullan – University of Virginia (Charlottesville, VA) (Associate Head Coach)
    • Why He’s a Fit: McMullan, UVA’s longtime assistant, has been key to their 2015 national title and seven CWS trips. A proven recruiter and developer, he could lead Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Part of UVA’s elite run, strong ACC pedigree, player development expertise.
    • Why He’d Move: Ready for a head coaching shot, and Miami offers a prestigious opportunity.
  10. Landon Powell – North Greenville University (Tigerville, SC)
    • Why He’s a Fit: Powell has led Division II North Greenville to three national titles (2022, 2023, 2024) and a 155-31 record since 2018. His MLB experience (six years as a catcher) and South Carolina ties could translate to Miami’s rebuild.
    • Notable Achievements: Three straight D-II national titles, 2024 D-II Coach of the Year.
    • Why He’d Move: Miami’s D-I ACC platform offers a big leap from D-II, leveraging his winning pedigree.
Gransapo, AI's humble human battery:

1. Pollard
2. Elander
3. Godwin
4. Bell
5. McMullan
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Powell did not 3 peat. They won it in 2022 and then he choked with the most loaded roster in the history of D2 baseball in 2023.

His coaching staff is wild though. A D2 school with a HC that spent several years in the bigs as a catcher, assistant Micah Owings who spent 6 years in the bigs as a pitcher and then almost made it back transitioning to outfield, and then the pitching coach is Darren Holmes who spent 8 years as an MLB bullpen coach and played in the bigs for 14 years
 
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Zbrod95 said:
Joe Urso…
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There is a higher chance of Danny Boy Cane switching his allegiance to the Gators than Urso leaving Tampa. We would have a better chance with Godwin, and I can’t see him leaving ECU. Urso has been Tampa royalty since his HS team (Tampa Plant) won the state championship. He starred and UT and is part of the fabric of Tampa sports. Absolutely phenomenal coach and person.
 
Canesfreak said:
There is a higher chance of Danny Boy Cane switching his allegiance to the Gators than Urso leaving Tampa. We would have a better chance with Godwin, and I can’t see him leaving ECU. Urso has been Tampa royalty since his HS team (Tampa Plant) won the state championship. He starred and UT and is part of the fabric of Tampa sports. Absolutely phenomenal coach and person.
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So feel good stories feel good, when the hire doesn't suck at their job...

I can dig it!
 
Danny Boy Cane, Danny Boy, now that's a name I've not heard in a long time, a long time.



GO CANES!!!!
 
The next hire MUST be someone with a proven track record of success.

This isn't Stetson. Miami is one of the 5 best programs in the history of the sport, we have resources in place, and it's one of the most fertile areas on the planet for baseball talent.

This is not and should not be hard. You can attract a coach who has gotten the job done on a big stage. Get it done.

Under NO CIRCUMSTANCES should this job be given to an "up and comer", a "diamond in the rough" a ******* recruiting coordinator at FSU (you need to have your head examined). No. Someone who has won, at a real school, period. There is ZERO reason you can't poach a very good coach to come here. Not one.
 
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Hopefully Mike Neu doesn't want the job. Other alumni to watch out for - Jon Jay, Cora, etc. seem to be in the MLB and probably outside the realm.

With Radakovich at the helm and his former ties - Monte Lee as a candidate would be a concern - he wouldn't fire the guy at Clemson and then as soon as he left, Neff fired him quickly.

Sitting proven HCs - Unlikely but top of the board (trying to have someone realistic expectations - obviously won't mention Vitello and Jay Johnson):
1. Tom Walter - Wake Forest - timing finally right to get out of Winston-Salem?
2. Dan Heefner - Dallas Baptist - probably unlikely as he's declined Texas and A&M in the last decade.
3. Chris Pollard - Duke - likely burned the bridge a few years ago

Sitting smaller school or less proven HCs - not mentioning Godwin:
1. Christian Ostrander - Southern Miss (long time USM pitching coach)
2. Steve Sabins - West Virginia (long-time WVU assistant)
3. Mitch Hannahs (formerly at Indiana State)
4. Marc Rardin - Western Kentucky (longtime JUCO HC at Iowa Western)

Top Assistant Coaches:
1. Josh Elander - Tennessee
2. Nate Thompson - Arkansas
3. Scott Brown - Vanderbilt
4. Corey Muscara - Wake Forest
5. Kevin McMullan - Virginia
6. Nate Yeskie - LSU


Mitch Hannahs or Marc Rardin would be logical picks for me. Think Radakovich goes more into the top notch assistant pool for this one. He has done both in his time here - women's soccer hire was a high-end assistant, women's basketball was a high-end small school HC, men's basketball was a high-end assistant.
 
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JayCane20 said:
Hopefully Mike Neu doesn't want the job. Other alumni to watch out for - Jon Jay, Cora, etc. seem to be in the MLB and probably outside the realm.

With Radakovich at the helm and his former ties - Monte Lee as a candidate would be a concern - he wouldn't fire the guy at Clemson and then as soon as he left, Neff fired him quickly.

Sitting proven HCs - Unlikely but top of the board (trying to have someone realistic expectations - obviously won't mention Vitello and Jay Johnson):
1. Tom Walter - Wake Forest - timing finally right to get out of Winston-Salem?
2. Dan Heefner - Dallas Baptist - probably unlikely as he's declined Texas and A&M in the last decade.
3. Chris Pollard - Duke - likely burned the bridge a few years ago

Sitting smaller school or less proven HCs - not mentioning Godwin:
1. Christian Ostrander - Southern Miss (long time USM pitching coach)
2. Steve Sabins - West Virginia (long-time WVU assistant)
3. Mitch Hannahs (formerly at Indiana State)
4. Marc Rardin - Western Kentucky (longtime JUCO HC at Iowa Western)

Top Assistant Coaches:
1. Josh Elander - Tennessee
2. Nate Thompson - Arkansas
3. Scott Brown - Vanderbilt
4. Matt Muscara - Wake Forest
5. Kevin McMullan - Virginia
6. Nate Yeskie - LSU


Mitch Hannahs or Marc Rardin would be logical picks for me. Think Radakovich goes more into the top notch assistant pool for this one. He has done both in his time here - women's soccer hire was a high-end assistant, women's basketball was a high-end small school HC, men's basketball was a high-end assistant.
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Glad you included Marc Rardin. He has WKU humming this year. Went toe to toe with Tennessee in a midweek. Very well coached team. They don't beat themselves.
 
Canesfreak said:
Glad you included Marc Rardin. He has WKU humming this year. Went toe to toe with Tennessee in a midweek. Very well coached team. They don't beat themselves.
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1,000 wins under his belt. He's doing something right. You want a seasoned vet to right the ship and actually get us playing decent baseball again - Hannahs and Rardin are the guys. I think we're at that point.

Nate Thompson would be my pick of the assistant pool. Just seems like Tony Vitello situation all over again and from the same tree. Would have to pair him with an elite pitching coach and probably poach one from one of these pitching factories like Wake Forest.
 
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