Central Mississippi’s professional baseball club is rounding out its inaugural staff as first pitch nears at Trustmark Park.
The Mississippi Mud Monsters, a Frontier League team preparing for year one in Pearl, have announced Rob Carson III as pitching coach. Carson, a Hattiesburg native, returns to his home state with major league experience.
Originally drafted out of Hattiesburg High School in the 14th round of the 2007 MLB Draft, Carson went on to pitch in the New York Mets’ organization from 2012-13. Throughout his professional career, he appeared in more than 300 games, playing in affiliated baseball and independent leagues before transitioning into coaching.
In 2022, Carson was given a shot at calling pitches with the Frontier League’s Québec Capitales, where he led the league’s most dominant pitching staff. Under his guidance, Québec finished first in wins, allowed the fewest runs, and recorded the best team ERA, resulting in Carson being named the league’s coach of the year.
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“Robert brings an enthusiasm that will uplift the players and the coaching staff,” Mud Monsters Manager Jay Pecci said. “He blends Major League experience with years of grinding in Indy Ball, making him relatable to the players while conveying a clear message of what it takes for them to succeed.”
The Missississippi Mud Monsters will hold their first matchup at Trustmark Park on May 8 against the Florence Y’alls out of Kentucky. The club’s full 90-game schedule can be found here.
