Virginia extends basketball coach Ryan Odom's contract after successful season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:47 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
On August 19, 2026, the University of Virginia announced that it has extended the contract of men's basketball head coach Ryan Odom. This extension comes following Odom's impressive first season, in which his team achieved 30 wins. Odom has strong connections to the program, having ties through his father, Dave Odom. Other notable developments include Miami's contract extension for head coach Jai Lucas and UNC's Michael Malone revealing that Roy Williams influenced his decision to join the Tar Heels.
- •Ryan Odom's contract extended by Virginia after a 30-win season.
- •Jai Lucas receives a contract extension with Miami.
- •Michael Malone cites Roy Williams' influence in joining UNC.
- •Odom has deep family ties within Virginia's basketball history.
- 10:47 AMYahoo Sports — ACC Summer Roundup: Another Extension
"Virginia has wisely chose to extend Ryan Odom’s contract
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