UConn Extends Dan Hurley’s Contract Through 2032

The University of Connecticut announced Friday that men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley signed a two-year contract extension that keeps him under contract through the 2031-32 season. The deal extends a six-year agreement he signed in 2024, and UConn said the extension would keep him at the school through 2032. Athletic director David Benedict said the university was pleased to retain Hurley and described continuity as important in college sports. He also praised Hurley’s coaching and said his teams reflect UConn’s emphasis on resilience, competitive excellence and championships. Hurley said coaching at UConn was an honor and that he and the team would continue pursuing championship-level success. He also cited his connection to the university community and its supporters. The school’s announcement, as reported, did not disclose the extension’s financial terms. One account said Hurley’s annual salary remains roughly $8 million under the deal. The reports do not specify whether other compensation provisions changed. Hurley signed his previous agreement in 2024 after leading UConn to consecutive national championships in 2023 and 2024. He had four years remaining on that six-year...