Tony Vitello Signs Five-Year Historic Extension

Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello has signed a historic five-year contract extension following the Volunteers' first national championship win, making him the highest-paid coach in college baseball at $3 million annually. Vitello has led the Vols to three College World Series appearances in the past four seasons and has transformed the program into a national powerhouse with a record 60-win season. His new contract includes a $250,000 signing bonus and a $200,000 bonus for winning the MCWS, and it also increases the salary pool for his staff. Tennessee athletic director Danny White praised Vitello's impact, noting that the program sets the standard across the sport. Vitello's buyout clause is set at $4 million through June 2025, decreasing in subsequent years. The contract extension underscores the university's commitment to maintaining its top-tier baseball program.