Florida Memorial University Men's Baseball

Florentino Tino Burgos enters his sixth season leading Florida Memorial Universitys baseball program.   In the summer of 2017, Burgos was chosen to be the fifth head baseball coach in FMU history.   During Burgos tenure, the FMUs baseball program has developed into one of the best teams among historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU) and has grown to be a highly competitive in The Sun Conference often referred to as the toughest baseball conference in the NAIA.

Wilberto "Will" Ramos joined the FMU family as head baseball coach in Summer 2024. Fresh off his role in the prestigious MLB Elite Development Program as an MLB consultant since 2022, Ramos has been instrumental in shaping the future of baseball. In 2023, he served as the mental baseball coach and assistant college place for the Puerto Rico Baseball Academy, expertly guiding families through the pivotal transition from high school to college athletics. Ramos's tenure as the head baseball coach for Talladega College from 2008–2016 is nothing short of historic. He resurrected the program after a 12-year absence, setting a school record along the way with 39 regular-season wins. His leadership abilities were on full display as he steered the team to consecutive conference tournament championships in 2013 and 2014, culminating in the school's inaugural NAIA Opening National Tournament appearance. Under his mentorship, 29 players earned all-conference honors, and one achieved the coveted all-American status. His earlier roles at Missouri Southern State University from 2006–2008 laid the groundwork for his illustrious coaching journey. Beyond the diamond, Ramos's strategic vision as the Director of Athletics for both Talladega College and the University of the Virgin Islands led to transformative growth and resilience, particularly in the wake of two devastating category-five hurricanes at UVI. His entrepreneurial spirit shined through as the founder of Baseball Plus Academy, where he provided a platform for emerging talent to shine before professional scouts and college coaches from 2015 to 2016. A proud alumnus of Missouri Southern State University, Ramos holds a bachelor's degree in Spanish with a minor in history, a master's degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University, Irvine, and a suite of professional certifications from Sports Management Worldwide.

Ricardo Ferrer began his professional baseball career in 2006 after signing as a pitcher with the Colorado Rockies. He went on to play more than 10 years of professional baseball, including competing in the prestigious Venezuelan Winter League (LVBP), one of the top winter leagues in the world featuring numerous Major League Baseball players. After his playing career, Ferrer founded and directed a development academy in Venezuela, where he trained and represented young prospects. Through targeted development programs and high-level showcases presented to all 30 Major League organizations, he successfully guided 11 pitchers to sign professional contracts with MLB teams. In the United States, Ferrer served as the Junior Varsity Manager at Archbishop Edward McCarthy High School, a nationally recognized baseball program in South Florida. He currently leads a competitive travel baseball program, managing five teams across multiple age groups, with a focus on player development, discipline, and long-term growth. Alongside his team management responsibilities, Ferrer provides private pitching instruction for athletes at all levels—including youth players, high school athletes, college pitchers, and professional players. He has worked directly with Major League pitchers, contributing to their mechanical refinement, physical preparation, and overall performance. Ferrer specializes in modern pitching development, with expertise in: Pitching mechanics and applied biomechanics Mobility, stability, and functional movement Strength, velocity, and power-development programs Advanced arm-care and injury-prevention systems Video analysis and technical breakdown of the pitching motion Progressive, science-based training methodologies He designed and implements a comprehensive strengthening and arm-care program proven to increase velocity, enhance performance, and reduce the risk of injury. His coaching philosophy blends modern sports science with his professional playing experience to develop pitchers who are healthy, efficient, explosive, and prepared to compete at the next level.