Overview

• Auriemma's new five-year deal makes him the highest-paid coach in women's college basketball.
• The contract includes a base salary of $400,000 annually, with additional compensation for media obligations.
• Performance-based incentives could further increase the contract's value.
• The extension raises the buyout cost if Auriemma leaves for another job.
• Auriemma is set to become the winningest coach in college basketball history next season.