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Florida AD Doing 'Everything' to Keep Todd Golden From Leaving

Florida AD Doing 'Everything' to Keep Todd Golden From Leaving

Summary

The University of Florida is working to keep their basketball coach, Todd Golden, amidst interest from other schools. Florida's athletic director, Scott Stricklin, is making it a priority to retain Golden by offering a new contract extension. Golden has led the Gators to significant successes, including a national championship win.

Key Facts

  • Todd Golden is the head basketball coach at the University of Florida.
  • Florida was upset by Iowa in the NCAA Tournament.
  • Golden has coached the Florida Gators to a national championship in 2025.
  • Florida's athletic director, Scott Stricklin, wants to extend Golden's contract.
  • Golden currently makes an average of $6.7 million per year.
  • His current contract has a buyout clause of $16 million, reducing to $11 million on April 16.
  • Golden has a coaching record of 103 wins and 41 losses over four seasons at Florida.

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