Texas Baseball Coach David Pierce Dismissed After Eight Seasons
The Longhorns part ways with Pierce as they prepare to join the SEC, citing recent underperformance and future direction.
- David Pierce led Texas to three Big 12 titles and three College World Series appearances.
- Pierce's tenure ended following a disappointing season with a team ERA of 4.91, the worst since 1999.
- Texas Athletic Director Chris Del Conte seeks a new coach to guide the team into the competitive SEC.
- Potential candidates include Texas A&M's Jim Schlossnagle and Tennessee's Tony Vitello.
- Pierce had two years remaining on his contract, which paid him $1.2 million annually.
Associated Press 