Chris Lemonis has been appointed the seventh head baseball coach at Coastal Carolina University. A Myrtle Beach native and skilled coach with a national championship title, Lemonis brings extensive experience, including 18 NCAA Tournament appearances and five College World Series trips throughout his career. He has a head coaching record of 373-226-2, with notable achievements at Mississippi State, where he captured the 2021 NCAA National Championship and produced over 111 MLB Draft selections.

By the Numbers
  • Lemonis has led programs to six NCAA Tournament appearances and two College World Series appearances.
  • He holds a head coaching record of 373-226-2 over 11 seasons, including two College World Series trips at Mississippi State.
State of Play
  • Lemonis is returning to his roots in Myrtle Beach, enhancing local ties to the Coastal Carolina baseball program.
  • His prior successes include guiding Mississippi State to a national championship and multiple NCAA appearances.
What's Next

Lemonis aims to leverage his experience to advance Coastal Carolina's baseball program, focusing on building upon its established traditions and competing for championships in the near future.

Bottom Line

The appointment of Chris Lemonis signals a new era for Coastal Carolina baseball, with the community and university expecting an impactful transformation under his leadership and championship pedigree.