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'It Took All of Us': Brian O'Connor Reflects on 22 Years at Virginia and Why He Moved On
- Brian O'Connor accepted the role as Mississippi State's head baseball coach on June 1, 2025, after 22 years at Virginia.
- O'Connor said the decision stemmed from timing in his life and the challenge offered by Mississippi State's strong baseball tradition.
- At Virginia, he led the Cavaliers to the 2015 national title, seven College World Series appearances, and 18 NCAA tournaments over two decades.
- O'Connor signed a four-year contract averaging $2.9 million annually, ranking second in SEC salaries, with potential $500,000 yearly bonuses.
- His move signals a major coaching shift, concluding a celebrated Virginia tenure and beginning a new challenge in Starkville with public events planned.
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Cowbells ring in Brian O'Connor era in Starkville
Thousands of Mississippi State baseball fans and their patented cowbells showed up at Dudy Noble Field on Thursday night to greet and celebrate the hiring of Brian O’Connor. The post Cowbells ring in Brian O’Connor era in Starkville appeared first on Jerry Ratcliffe.
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