UNCW Extends Coach Siddle's Contract to $1M Annually

Wilmington university locks in head basketball coach through 2031.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:04am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a fragmented college basketball game, with sharp planes of navy, light blue, and gold colors overlapping to create a dynamic, abstract visual representation of the sport.UNCW's investment in head coach Takayo Siddle reflects the program's commitment to sustained success on the hardwood.Wilmington Today

The University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) has extended the contract of head men's basketball coach Takayo Siddle through April 14, 2031, with an annual salary of $1 million. Siddle's new five-year deal represents a $150,000 raise from his previous contract.

Why it matters

Retaining successful college basketball coaches is crucial for program stability and recruiting top talent. Siddle has led UNCW to two conference tournament championships and NCAA tournament appearances since taking over in 2020, making this a strategic move to keep the team's momentum going.

The details

Under the new agreement, Siddle's base salary will be $300,000 per year for contract years 7 through 11, with an additional $700,000 in supplemental compensation. The contract extension is contingent on Siddle's continued service as head coach and no pending NCAA or conference investigations.

  • Siddle's original contract ran from April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2030.
  • The new extension adds one additional year, now running through April 14, 2031.
  • The contract extension was agreed to on March 8, 2026.

The players

Takayo Siddle

The head men's basketball coach at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) since 2020, leading the team to two conference tournament championships and NCAA tournament appearances.

UNCW

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, a public university located in Wilmington, North Carolina that competes in Division I athletics as a member of the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA).

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to invest in our men's basketball program and keep Coach Siddle leading the way.”

— UNCW Chancellor

What’s next

The contract extension must be approved by UNCW's board of trustees before it becomes official.

The takeaway

Locking in a successful college basketball coach long-term is a strategic move to maintain program stability and competitiveness. UNCW is making a significant financial commitment to Siddle, signaling their belief in his ability to continue building the men's basketball team into a consistent conference and NCAA tournament contender.