DePaul extends Chris Holtmann's contract through the 2030-31 season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 11:33 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
DePaul men's basketball head coach Chris Holtmann has signed a contract extension that will keep him with the program through the 2030-31 season, as announced by Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy on September 29, 2026. Holtmann has led the Blue Demons since March 2024, improving the team’s record from 3-29 to 16-16 in his second year. The extension is meant to recognize his accomplishments and future potential in revitalizing the program. Holtmann expressed appreciation for the DePaul community and acknowledged the challenges ahead while aiming to further elevate the team's performance.
- •Holtmann's extension runs through the 2030-31 season.
- •He has coached DePaul to a 16-16 record in his second season.
- •The program previously struggled with a 3-29 record before his arrival.
- •Holtmann aims to continue enhancing the Blue Demons' competitive standing.
- •The announcement was made by Athletic Director DeWayne Peevy.
- 12:27 AMESPN NCAAM — DePaul extends Holtmann's deal through 2030-31
- 11:09 PMYahoo Sports — DePaul coach Chris Holtmann agrees to a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season
"DePaul coach Chris Holtmann has agreed to a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season. Athletic director DeWayne Peevy announced the deal on Tuesday. “This extension reflects both what Chris has already accomplished and our confidence in where he is taking this program,” Peevy said in a release.
"DePaul coach Chris Holtmann has agreed to a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season.
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External links- ESPN NCAAMSep 30, 2026, 12:27 AMDePaul extends Holtmann's deal through 2030-31
DePaul coach Chris Holtmann has agreed to a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season.
- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 11:09 PMDePaul coach Chris Holtmann agrees to a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season
DePaul coach Chris Holtmann has agreed to a contract extension that runs through the 2030-31 season. Athletic director DeWayne Peevy announced the deal on Tuesday. “This extension reflects both what Chris has already accomplished and our confidence in where he is taking this program,” Peevy said in a release.
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