ORONO, Maine (AP) - University of Maine acting baseball coach Nick Derba is taking the job on a permanent basis.
Derba has been serving on an interim basis since Steve Trimper left in December to become head coach at Stetson College in Florida. The university on Friday announced a three-year contract for Derba.
University of Maine Athletics Director Karlton Creech said Derba proved himself, and that he has confidence Derba will recruit high-caliber talent. This past season, the 31-year-old Derba led the Black Bears to their highest win total in four years.
Derba has been on the coaching staff for four years at UMaine. Last year, he earned a master of business administration degree.
Please read our comment policy before commenting.