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Clancy Shields signs contract extension as Arizona men's tennis coach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:30 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Clancy Shields signs contract extension as Arizona men's tennis coach

Summary

Clancy Shields, head coach of Arizona men's tennis, has signed a contract extension through the 2030-31 season. The announcement was made by UA athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois on August 7, 2026. Shields recently concluded his best season, guiding the Wildcats to their first Elite Eight appearance. Arizona achieved a record of 24 wins, including an undefeated home record, and reached the NCAA Championships after defeating Oklahoma. Shields expressed his commitment to the program and enthusiasm for continuing to build a successful team.

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•Shields has a record of 194-78 in ten seasons with Arizona.
•The Wildcats achieved seven NCAA Tournament appearances under his leadership.
•Arizona won conference championships for the last four seasons.
•Shields is committed to building a program that resonates with alumni and fans.

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9:30 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona men’s tennis coach Clancy Shields signs extension through 2031

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Arizona men’s tennis coach Clancy Shields plans to stay put in Tucson for many years to come. Shields has signed a contract extension through the 2030-31 season, UA athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois announced Friday. Shields is coming off the best season of his career in which he led the program to its first-ever Elite Eight […]
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