Michigan Athletic Director Warde Manuel confirmed Saturday that head coach Dusty May has agreed to a contract extension keeping him in Ann Arbor "for many years to come." Manuel made the declaration during a championship celebration at the Crisler Center, drawing immediate cheers and chants from the gathered crowd.

May delivered an immediate return on investment, steering the Wolverines to the national title in only his second season after inheriting a program that finished 8-24 the year prior. His current squad posted an impressive 37-3 record, culminating in a 69-63 victory over UConn for the program's first championship since 1989.

This commitment follows intense speculation, especially after North Carolina made a recent coaching change. May’s tenure at Michigan includes a remarkable 64-13 record over two seasons, building upon his prior success leading Florida Atlantic to a 2023 Final Four appearance. His overall coaching record now stands at 190-82.

Securing May cements stability atop the program following an improbable championship run. The swift agreement resolves any lingering uncertainty regarding his future amid interest from other major programs, providing a clear foundation for the Wolverines' basketball operations.