Dan Hurley contract: UConn coach bonuses, buyout details before Final Four
Dan Hurley has built the UConn basketball program into a powerhouse in his eight seasons. Here's a look at his contract details and more.
Dan Hurley has built quite the powerhouse at Connecticut in his eight seasons in the so-called "Basketball Capital of the World. " He's won a lot because of that, too. The Jersey City, New Jersey native, who started out coaching high school basketball at St.
Benedict's Prep, is widely considered as one of the top coaches in the country ... And perhaps of all-time. So, what are the numbers?
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His overall 19-5 NCAA Tournament record, which includes a few trips with Rhode Island, has him with the best winning percentage in March Madness among active coaches and third-best all-time with a minimum of 15 games. The Huskies now look for their 18th NCAA Tournament win under Hurley on Saturday at 6:09 p. m.