Ep. 55: Driving the Pace: Keith Gorman on Bringing Grit and Toughness to USC Aiken

Want to be a part of a vibrant and growing community of baseball fans? Consider joining the D2 Baseball Patreon! patreon.com/diviibaseballIn this episode of the 2025 Coaching Changes Series, Robert talks with USC Aiken's head baseball coach, Keith Gorman, about his new role and the future of the program. Coach Gorman discusses his hiring process and the impact of working with an athletic department that has a strong baseball background. He shares his experience with recruiting and retaining players in the era of the transfer portal, and the challenges of building a competitive roster quickly.Coach Gorman also outlines his holistic coaching approach, emphasizing player development both on and off the field, with a focus on academic success and community service. He talks about the team's practice philosophy, which prioritizes toughness and a game-like mindset. Finally, he expresses his excitement about calling Roberto Hernandez Stadium home and shares what fans can expect from the Pacers this season—an "ultra-competitive tough team" that will play hard and challenge opponents to beat them.Don't miss this in-depth conversation with USC Aiken Head Coach Keith Gorman!