Fraser is a former NCAA coach of the year and coached numerous U.S. national teams — including the 1992 Olympic team, and went on to work with many community and charity organizations in his retirement.
Miami officials said he had three children and five grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements have not been announced.
"On the field and off, Ron Fraser showed how one man can make a difference," James said. "The University of Miami, South Florida and college baseball are all better because of him."
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AP Baseball Writer Ben Walker, AP Sports Writer Dennis Waszak Jr. and former Associated Press Writer Jeff Price contributed to this report.
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