Brian O’Connor discusses early performance of Nick Parker in College World Series matchup with Florida

The Florida Gators jumped out to an early 1-0 lead on the Virginia Cavaliers in the fourth inning of the College World Series on Friday evening. The Cavaliers got a shaky early performance from their pitcher, Nick Parker. In the first four innings, he allowed one run and four hits, while also walking three batters with one strikeout. In the fifth inning, Virginia head coach Brian O’Connor took some time to speak with the ESPN broadcast crew about Parker’s performance. “Well, he’s not at his best. He’s not as sharp as he typically is. But he’s doing a great job of managing innings and not giving in and making big pitches. And we’re making nice plays, too,” O’Connor said.

The Cavaliers’ head coach shared what his final words to his team before they took the field tonight on such a big stage. “Well just be yourself. Right? Not try to do more than you’re capable of doing. Remember what got you here, because that formula is also successful here in Omaha,” said O’Connor.

There was some questionable early base running from both teams in the first four innings of Friday’s matchup. The Virginia offense went 3-for-12 from the plate, but they were 0-for-5 with runners on base.

Friday night’s game is currently being televised on ESPN.

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