Kevin McMullan: Virginia
Bio: Kevin McMullan has served as the hitting coach and recruiting coordinator at Virginia for the past 14 seasons. The past ten seasons, McMullan has been the associate head coach for the Cavaliers. McMullan is one of the top assistants in the game, having coached the likes of major leaguers Ryan Zimmerman and Mark Reynolds. McMullan has also spent time working with the Atlanta Braves before joining the UVA staff.
Pros: McMullan might be ready for a promotion to a head coaching role. He was the National Assistant Coach of the Year in 2009 when the Cavaliers reached the College World Series. McMullan was also a member of UVA’s 2015 National Championship coaching staff. He knows the Southeast, and would be able to recruit the region well.
Cons: There’s no real tie to Tennessee here. Other than the Vols’ tradition and solid core of young pitchers, is there really enough to lure one of the nation’s top assistants from a pretty good situation at Virginia? It’s tough to tell. This hire is a long shot, but would be an excellent move if UT could lure him from Virginia.
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Jack Leggett
Check out the resume of Mitch Thompson, Head Coach McLennan Junior College, Waco, TX. He has coaching experience in Southeastern and Big 12 Conferences and a pro scout for KC Royals; going to the World Series with Mississippi State, Auburn and Baylor. He has served as a hitting coach, defensive coordinator, lead recruiter and director of baseball options for D1 schools. In 2006, he earned ABCA/Baseball American National Assistant Coach of the Year.
He went to MCC in 2014 and has turned that program around a short time frame. In 2015, MCC was National Champion runner-ups. In 2016, he was named North Tx Junior College Athletic Assoc. Coach of the Year. Last night, they qualified again for the Jr. College World Series. Many of his players have gone on to D1 and Power 5 schools.
His players excel in the classroom and character. Furthermore, Mitch is a outstanding mentor and example to his players. Take a look!
How about VFL Alan Cockrell, former QB and outfielder. On Vols All-Century team. Currently hitting coach for Yankees.
Yes would be great.
How about Steve Smith, former Baylor coach with a couple National Championships. He certainly is a good baseball man and is available !!