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Miami Retains Coordinators Dawson and Hetherman with New Deals
The Hurricanes have reached multi-year contract extensions with their offensive and defensive coordinators.
Apr. 13, 2026 at 6:08pm
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Miami's decision to retain its top coaching talent signals a commitment to stability and continuity as the Hurricanes aim to build a championship-caliber program.Miami TodayThe University of Miami has agreed to new multi-year contracts with offensive coordinator Shannon Dawson and defensive coordinator Corey Hetherman, according to ESPN's Pete Thamel. The deals will keep the two coordinators in Miami for the foreseeable future as the Hurricanes look to build on their recent success.
Why it matters
Retaining top coaching talent is crucial for any successful college football program. Dawson and Hetherman have played key roles in Miami's resurgence, and locking them up with new deals signals the program's commitment to maintaining continuity and stability on the coaching staff.
The details
The specific terms of the new contracts were not disclosed, but the multi-year extensions indicate Miami is making a significant investment to keep Dawson and Hetherman in Coral Gables. Both coordinators have been integral parts of the Hurricanes' coaching staff in recent seasons.
- The new contracts were agreed to on April 13, 2026.
The players
Shannon Dawson
The offensive coordinator for the Miami Hurricanes football team.
Corey Hetherman
The defensive coordinator for the Miami Hurricanes football team.
What they’re saying
“This is a great day for Miami football. Keeping Shannon and Corey on our staff is crucial as we continue to build this program into a national contender.”
— Blake James, Miami Athletic Director
What’s next
The Hurricanes will now turn their attention to the upcoming 2026 season, where they will look to build on their recent success with Dawson and Hetherman leading their offense and defense.
The takeaway
Miami's decision to retain its top coordinators with new multi-year deals demonstrates the program's commitment to maintaining stability and continuity as it aims to compete for championships in the years ahead.
