VCU Basketball Coach Martelli Gets Extension

VCU Mens Basketball Coach Phil Martelli Jr. Signs Contract Extension: A Look at His Impact and Future Plans VCU mens basketball head coach Phil Martelli Jr. has signed a contract extension through the 2031-2032 season, following a successful first year with the Rams. Martelli, who joined the team in 2021, led VCU to a 28-8 record, sharing the Atlantic Ten regular season title, winning the conference tournament, and defeating North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament. This victory marked VCUs first March Madness win since 2016 and tied for the second most wins in school history. Before VCU, Martelli spent two seasons at Bryant University, where he won an America East title and reached the NCAA Tournament. With a career record of 71-33, every team hes coached has won at least 20 games. VCU Athletic Director Ed McLaughlin praised Martellis leadership and commitment to the programs high standards, including three Atlantic Ten championships in the last four years and 12 NCAA appearances in the past 15. Martelli expressed gratitude for the administration, players, and staffs support in building on the Rams legacy. McLaughlin and Martelli plan to meet this week for a season debrief to discuss offseason changes and ways to strengthen the program. With this extension, VCU basketball is poised for even greater successes in the coming years. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/691c3b695e975c62