Nebraska Signs Hoiberg to Contract Extension

New deal keeps Huskers coach through 2031-32 season

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The University of Nebraska has agreed to a contract extension with men's basketball coach Fred Hoiberg, keeping him at the helm of the program through the 2031-32 season. Hoiberg has guided Nebraska to 26 wins this season, including a school-record 15 wins in Big Ten Conference play, and has the Huskers positioned as one of the top teams in the country.

Why it matters

Hoiberg's extension demonstrates Nebraska's commitment to maintaining stability and continuity in its basketball program, which has seen a resurgence under his leadership. The Huskers have reached the postseason in each of the past two seasons, including the school's first NCAA Tournament berth in 10 years, and are poised to continue their success in the years to come.

The details

The new contract with Hoiberg extends through the 2031-32 season and comes after he led Nebraska to a 26-5 record this season, including a school-record 15 wins in Big Ten play. The Huskers have won 20+ games for three straight seasons for the first time in school history and were ranked as high as No. 5 nationally earlier this year.

  • Nebraska agreed to the contract extension on March 9, 2026.
  • The Huskers will open Big Ten Tournament play on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

The players

Fred Hoiberg

The head coach of the Nebraska men's basketball team, who has guided the Huskers to new heights during his tenure.

Troy Dannen

The University of Nebraska Athletic Director, who announced the contract extension for Hoiberg.

Jeffrey Gold

A University of Nebraska administrator who has shown support for Hoiberg's leadership of the Husker basketball program.

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What they’re saying

“Fred Hoiberg is a tremendous representative of the University of Nebraska, the Lincoln community, and our state. We are extremely proud that he will continue to lead the Nebraska men's basketball program well into the future.”

— Troy Dannen, University of Nebraska Athletic Director (thebestmix1055.com)

“I'm appreciative of the continued confidence from Troy Dannen and Jeffrey Gold and thank them for the support they have shown in our staff's leadership of the Husker basketball program. We have a long family history with the University of Nebraska, and the support we have received over the last seven years is truly remarkable.”

— Fred Hoiberg, Nebraska Men's Basketball Coach (thebestmix1055.com)

What’s next

The Huskers will open Big Ten Tournament play on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

The takeaway

Hoiberg's contract extension solidifies Nebraska's commitment to building a nationally competitive basketball program, with the Huskers poised to continue their recent success and compete for championships in the years to come.