| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 29, 1940 Anniston, Alabama, U.S. |
| Died | February 9, 2022 (aged 81) Jacksonville, Alabama, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Jones Junior College |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1970–2001 | Jacksonville State |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 1003–467 |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 2x NCAA Division II tournament (1990, 1991) | |
| Awards | |
| 2x NCAA Division II National Coach of the Year (1990, 1991) 5x GSC Coach of the Year 1x TAAC Coach of the Year | |
Rudy Vallee Abbott (December 29, 1940 – February 9, 2022) was an American college baseball coach who served as head coach of the Jacksonville State Gamecocks baseball team from 1970 to 2001. His all-time record is 1003–467 (.682).[1]