Marlin Extension? After 2 years?

[RedTails]

I think they wanted to show CUSA we are in it to compete

You may be on to something. If we don't have immediate facility improvements, the quickest commitment to athletics you can display is higher coaching salaries. Plus I still think Marlin is the guy to get our program back to the top. Michigan State and NT games reaffirmed my belief.

[MetryCajun]

If the higher salary is tied to winning games UL will probably not have to pay Marlin the extra money for a couple of years.

[Camz]

No offense, because I believe Marlin could really bring something special here. But what has he done to earn a 5 year extension? Seriously?

well the win total has increased every year he's been here

[CajunEXPRESS]

Seems to me this is a second announcement for a contract extension for Marlin this year. I guess the one we heard about earlier this year was a to do list from Farmer. Good to see he got his homework assignment in on time. Now if only the Master Plan could be deployed on time, oh wait that time already is past.

[wcd35]

No offense, because I believe Marlin could really bring something special here. But what has he done to earn a 5 year extension? Seriously?

Its been mentioned that this was in the works for a while now, but they re-did Hud's deal first I believe.

Even still, he's won the 2nd most games in conference over the last 2 seasons. Not saying it should happen one way or another, just pointing that out

[Cajun_in_NM]

This sounds like a great move, from a "paper" test. UL is willing to shell out bigger money for quality coaches - then give them the best facilities quickly there-after (ie. master plan). I think this is a show by the athletic department to get ready for a jump to a higher group of athletics. I'm pumped about this!

[Parrott]

or 3. They had previous discussions about the extension but mutually agreed to wait because of Hud's extension. A sign of good faith on each part. And if I heard correctly, the additonal monies are tied into meeting certain goals; nothing wrong with that. (and I agree with your #1)

No. 3 is more accurate in this case.

[cajun4life]

If Bobby Big Fish can find 2 more sharp shooters an 2 more big men that are close to Shawn Long we will be scary good.

[RaginScotsman]

Happy to have Coach Marlin around for while.

[NewsCopy]

UL has finalized a new five-year contract with basketball coach Bob Marlin that includes both a $125,000 annual pay raise to $400,000 per year and increased buyout terms for both sides.

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