UConn Coach Hurley Signs $50M Extension

UConn men's basketball head coach Dan Hurley has signed a six-year, $50 million contract extension running through the 2029-30 season after declining a lucrative $70 million offer from the Los Angeles Lakers. This extension follows Hurley's successful tenure, leading the Huskies to back-to-back national championships and elevating his status as one of the highest-paid coaches in college basketball. Hurley expressed gratitude for the trust and support from UConn, emphasizing his focus on sustaining the program's success and developing young talent. The contract includes performance-based incentives, a $1 million annual retention bonus, and an escalating compensation structure for media and consulting duties. Additionally, UConn rewarded Hurley's coaching staff with new contracts, acknowledging their contributions to the team's achievements.