Kansas announced an amended five-year rolling contract with coach Bill Self, making him the highest paid coach in college basketball. According to the amended contract released by University of Kansas, Self is set to make approximately $53 million over the next five years; his deal is believed to be the most lucrative deal ever for a basketball coach at a public university.
Self, 60, has won 773 games, two national championships and 20 conference championships in his Naismith Hall of Fame career spanning 30 seasons. The Jayhawks have won 498 games since the start of the 2006-07 season, which is the most of any team in a major conference. Kansas has been a top-four seed in every NCAA Tournament since the 2000-2001 season.
Self, 60, will earn north of $13.7 million this season, which includes a $1 million signing bonus. If he coaches for the next five seasons, he will earn $113 million with the opportunity to earn more because of performance bonuses. Self will receive a $5 million retention bonus if he is still the coach on March 31, 2028.
Self said in a release: “I am very appreciative to Chancellor (Douglas) Girod, Travis Goff and the entire KU leadership team for their continued belief and confidence in me and my staff to lead this storied program. I know the Chancellor and Travis are as excited as I am about the future of Kansas Basketball. There has never been a better time to be a part of our athletic department and this program. My family and I are so proud to be at this university, and I am looking forward to many more seasons representing the most passionate fan base in the country. There’s no place like Kansas.”
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