In a statement released on Monday afternoon, Director of Athletics Josh Whitman announced extensions for the entire Illinois coaching staff. Head coach Brad Underwood received a three-year extension through the 2026 season. His coaching staff was extended through the 2022 season.
These extensions have been earned by the performance of the team this season. Honestly, there was one time where I thought we were more likely to part ways with Underwood than extend his contract. But he has coached this team with perfection.
Underwood’s first year with the Illini saw the team fall to 14-18.