College Spotlight: University of Tennessee Baseball
Quick heads-up before we dive into today’s college spotlight:
Too many families try to handle recruiting on their own, and it almost always leads to wasted time, wasted money, and in the end…no offers.
That’s why we created the Premier Athletes Program. Think of it as hiring a professional guide who knows every step of the journey, so you don’t have to guess, stress, or hope you’re doing the right things.
When you work with us, you gain a proven roadmap that saves you months, if not years, of frustration and helps your son get noticed by the right schools, at the right time, for the right reasons.
Tennessee Baseball: Inside the Coaching Shake-Up and What It Means for Recruiting
College baseball just witnessed one of the biggest coaching moves of the year.
Tony Vitello, who turned Tennessee into a powerhouse and national title contender, has been hired by the San Francisco Giants as their next manager — a rare jump straight from college to the pros.
In his place, Josh Elander has stepped up as head coach, and the Vols wasted no time reinforcing their staff by hiring Chuck Jeroloman as Associate Head Coach — a move that’s already stirring conversation across the SEC.
And I’ll tell you firsthand — this one matters.
Here’s Why This Move Carries Serious Weight
I coached alongside Coach Jeroloman at the Division 1 level at Jacksonville University.
He’s not just another assistant hire. He’s one of the most relentless and respected recruiters in the country — someone who knows how to evaluate talent, connect with families, and build winning rosters.
When I saw Tennessee bring him in, my first thought was simple:
“They just reloaded, not rebuilt.”
Jeroloman leaving Florida for Tennessee shows how much momentum the Vols still have — even after Vitello’s exit. This staff isn’t slowing down; they’re going all-in on keeping Tennessee among the nation’s elite.
* Disclaimer: Premier Athletes cannot 100% guarantee the accuracy of the verbal college commitments listed. Commitments only include those that Premier is aware of.
What This Means for Your Son’s Recruiting Journey
This kind of staff change can create new openings for recruits who are ready and proactive. Here’s how:
Fresh eyes = fresh opportunities. Coach Jeroloman will want to evaluate recruits for himself. That means your son’s video, metrics, and outreach matter right now.
Relationships will define the new era. Jeroloman values communication, attitude, and competitiveness. If your son can show that through a direct, professional email or video, he’ll stand out.
The window is short. Once the dust settles and the 2027 and 2028 boards are reset, new offers will move fast.
The players who act now will have the advantage.
Your Next Step
Most families attempt to figure this out on their own, which often leads to wasted time, missed opportunities, and constant second-guessing. That’s why the parents who win are the ones who guide their son with a proven plan.
Here’s how the Premier Athletes Program changes everything:
✅ The Right Schools, Not Just Any Schools Let's build a personalized college list based on your son’s talent, academics, and goals, and make sure those schools actually need his position.
✅ Get on the Radar, Fast We connect with schools actively recruiting for your son's position, no more hoping coaches just “find” him.
✅ Clarity Instead of Chaos We take the weight off your shoulders, replacing stress and wasted money with a clear, step-by-step plan.
✅ Peace of Mind for Parents You don’t need all the answers. That’s what we’re here for — so you can feel confident you gave your son every opportunity to succeed.
Coaching changes always cause movement in recruiting — but when you know what’s happening inside programs, you can move with confidence instead of confusion.
I’ve been in those locker rooms.
I’ve coached with the guys making these decisions.
And I can help your family turn this moment into opportunity.
Let’s get your son on the radar before everyone else catches on.
To your son's success.
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About Alex
Meet your college baseball recruiting specialist: Alex Swenson.
As a high school baseball player, I navigated the college recruiting process all on my own. Despite average statistics, I landed a spot on a Division-1 baseball team Jacksonville University, where I became a 3-time team captain. Post-college, I became a D1 coach, scout, and recruiter at Georgetown University and Ole Miss, where we won an SEC championship.
After experiencing the process as both recruit and recruiter, I’ve successfully dissected the best strategies to connect with college coaches and draw offers from them.
Receive professional direction from Alex himself until your son commits to his desired school. A step-by-step action plan will be provided with strategic small-group coaching meetings every 2 weeks to ensure we are making progress. Included is a baseball networking platform that connects him to coaches, optimizes his exposure to scouts, alerts him to college camps and showcases, and MUCH MORE.