Tennessee will go with an in-house hire to fill the vacancy left by former coach Tony Vitello, who took the same job with the San Francisco Giants in a historic move. The Volunteers are promoting Josh Elander, the team's associate head coach since 2022, the team announced three days after Vitello's departure.

"From the outset of this national search, Josh emerged as the undeniable top choice," Tennessee athletic director Danny White s aid in a statement . "His relentless commitment has helped transform Tennessee baseball into a powerhouse, and we are proud to have him as our next head coach on Rocky Top. His influence inspires excellence in every aspect of our program and we look forward to continuing our quest for championships on the diamond under Josh's guidance!"

Elander follow

See Full Page