Dusty May Declines Other Jobs, Stays at Michigan
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- Dusty May told university officials he is not pursuing any college basketball jobs, reaffirming his commitment to Michigan.
- Dusty May said after last year he will never respond to job speculation, emphasizing his happiness at Michigan and his family's importance.
- Dusty May signed a contract extension through 2030 that includes a $7 million buyout if he leaves for another job this spring.
- Michigan entered the national championship game with a 36‑3 record, top‑seeded, after a double‑digit win over Arizona and a Big Ten regular‑season title.
- North Carolina had considered May for its head‑coach vacancy, but the pursuit faded after Michigan advanced to the championship.
- UConn will face Michigan in the title game on Monday night, with May's team seeking the championship.
Why it matters: Michigan retains its championship‑caliber coach, preserving continuity for a program that just posted a 36‑3 record and a Big Ten title, while UNC loses a leading candidate and must look elsewhere, and May's $7 million buyout clause creates a financial barrier to any mid‑season poaching.
