Florida targets Rich Dorman as new pitching coach from Oregon State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 8:53 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Florida baseball plans to hire Rich Dorman, currently Oregon State's pitching coach, to lead its staff. Dorman's arrival follows the departure of David Kopp. He has led Oregon State's pitching staff for the past six years, coaching multiple All-Americans and overseeing record-breaking strikeout seasons. The official announcement of his hiring is pending, as Dorman has updated his social media to reflect the potential move.
- •Rich Dorman is expected to replace David Kopp at Florida.
- •He coached at Oregon State for six years with notable success.
- •Dorman oversaw the Beavers' record-breaking strikeout seasons.
- •Official confirmation of the hire has yet to be announced.
- •Dorman has a background in professional coaching and player development.
- 8:53 PMYahoo Sports — Florida eyeing Oregon State pitching coach to lead staff
"Within a week of parting ways with pitching coach David Kopp, Kevin O'Sullivan appears to have found a replacement to lead Florida's staff.
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