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UConn Extends Coach Dan Hurley's Contract
Six-Year, $315 Million Deal
National Champion Earns Significant Pay Increase
STORRS, Conn. (AP) - The University of Connecticut (UConn) has announced a six-year contract extension for men's basketball coach Dan Hurley. The new deal is worth an estimated $315 million, making Hurley one of the highest-paid coaches in college basketball.
Hurley, who led UConn to its first NCAA championship since 2014 last season, has been hailed as a transformative figure for the program. Under his leadership, the Huskies have regained national prominence, winning the Big East regular season and tournament titles in 2022 and reaching the NCAA Tournament in each of his four seasons in charge.
UConn Athletic Director David Benedict praised Hurley for his commitment to excellence and his ability to develop both players and a winning culture.
"Dan has proven himself to be an elite coach and a great leader for our student-athletes," Benedict said. "This contract extension is a testament to his accomplishments and our belief in his ability to continue to lead our men's basketball program to new heights."
Hurley expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to continue working at UConn and his excitement about the future of the program.
"I am truly honored and humbled to lead this great program for another six years," Hurley said. "UConn has a rich tradition of success, and I am committed to building on that legacy and bringing more championships to Storrs."
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