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UConn's Calhoun signs new 5-year deal

Updated: May 7, 2010, 7:48 PM ET
Associated Press

STORRS, Conn. -- Connecticut coach Jim Calhoun, coming off a year marred by health problems, an NCAA investigation and a disappointing performance on the court, signed a five-year, $13 million contract, the school announced Friday.

The Hall of Fame coach will be paid $2 million retroactive to last season and $2.3 million next season. Calhoun, who turns 68 on Monday, had been making $1.6 million under a contract that was set to expire on June 30.

Calhoun expressed relief at signing ...

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