Ozzie Timmons maintains deep ties with Tampa Spartans baseball program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Ozzie Timmons, assistant hitting coach for the Tampa Bay Rays, continues to engage with the University of Tampa baseball team. Timmons, a two-time All-American during his collegiate career, routinely volunteers for fall practices and provides guidance to players aspiring to play professionally. His commitment to the program has been acknowledged by Spartans coach Joe Urso, who appreciates Timmons’ dedication despite a demanding MLB season. Timmons, who played for several MLB teams, remains a prominent figure in Tampa's baseball community.
- •Timmons has been the Rays' assistant hitting coach since 2007.
- •He starred at the University of Tampa, overlapping with coach Joe Urso.
- •Timmons frequently volunteers for Spartans' fall practices.
- •He emphasizes mentorship for aspiring professional players.
- •Timmons had a brief MLB career with teams like the Cubs and Reds.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Rays’ Coach Ozzie Timmons A Fixture With Tampa Spartans Baseball Family
"Ozzie Timmons starred at the University of Tampa where he has long been a volunteer coach in the off-season. He is currently the Tampa Bay Rays' assistant hitting coach.
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