Dan Hurley, head coach of the University of Connecticut (UConn) men’s basketball team, has agreed to a six-year, $50 million contract extension, ensuring his leadership through the 2029-30 season. This agreement replaces his previous six-year, $32.1 million contract signed in June 2023. citeturn0search0
The new contract includes a base salary of $400,000 for the 2024-25 season, supplemented by $6.375 million for speaking, consulting, and media obligations. Additionally, Hurley will receive a $1 million annual retention bonus. These terms position him among the highest-paid men’s college basketball coaches, with total annual compensation of $7.775 million, slightly below Arkansas’ John Calipari and Kansas’ Bill Self. citeturn0news12
UConn President Radenka Maric praised Hurley’s impact, stating, “Dan Hurley is the best men’s basketball coach in the nation and we are delighted that he will continue to call UConn home.” citeturn0search0
Hurley’s tenure at UConn has been marked by remarkable success. Since joining in 2018, he has transformed the program, achieving a 141-58 record over six seasons. Notably, he led the team to back-to-back NCAA championships, with a dominant 67-11 record in the past two seasons. citeturn0search0
In April 2024, Hurley turned down a six-year, $70 million offer to coach the Los Angeles Lakers, reaffirming his commitment to UConn. He expressed pride in the program’s achievements and a continued dedication to pursuing championships and developing student-athletes. citeturn0search0
This contract extension underscores UConn’s commitment to maintaining its position among the elite programs in college basketball, with Hurley at the helm.
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