Last Updated on June 16, 2009 10:53 pm by Anthony Rome
Purnell Signs Extension
Clemson, S.C. – Clemson coach Oliver Purnell has agreed to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the Tigers through 2016.
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Clemson athletic spokesman Tim Bourret said Tuesday the school and Purnell have not signed the deal, but have a framework in place. Bourret says the extension will boost Purnell’s salary to about $1.35 million.
A year ago, Purnell earned a two-year extension through 2014 that guaranteed him $1 million a year.
Purnell led Clemson to its second straight NCAA tournament appearance this season, a feat it had not accomplished since making three straight appearances from 1996-98 under Rick Barnes.
Posted: 6/16/09 10:54PM ET