Iowa State extends T.J. Otzelberger's contract through 2032
Iowa State's men's basketball coach is staying around.
T.J. Otzelberger, now in his fourth year in charge of the Cyclones, has agreed to a contract extension through the 2031-32 season, the school announced Tuesday.
Otzelberger took over the program in 2021-22 after the school's worst season — a 2-22 record, including 0-18 in conference play — the year prior.
Otzelberger has taken the team to three NCAA Tournaments in three seasons at the helm, including a pair of Sweet 16 trips. The Cyclones won the Big 12 Tournament last year and are currently ranked No. 3 in the country, tied for the program's best-ever ranking.
"I'm thankful for the support of our President, Dr. [Wendy] Wintersteen and our Athletics Director, Jamie Pollard," Otzelberger said in a release announcing the extension. "My family and I love Iowa State University, and the community, and are happy to continue calling it home. Our fan base is second-to-none and we value their continued support as we continue this journey together."
The terms of the deal have not been announced.
Otzelberger isn't the only Cyclone head coach sticking around for the long haul.
Iowa State announced an extension last week through 2032 for head football coach Matt Campbell. The Cyclone football program record its first 10-win season in 2024 and will play for an 11th win in the Pop Tarts bowl vs. Miami later this month.