After a disappointing four-year run in Columbia, South Carolina has fired head basketball coach Darrin Horn and hired former Kansas State coach Frank Martin.
Frank Martin, K-State AD John Currie Deny Rift
Frank Martin, introduced Tuesday as South Carolina’s new head coach, denies speculation that an alleged rift with Kansas State athletic director John Currie hastened his departure from the program. From the Associated Press:
Currie also disputed the notion, telling reporters he tried several times to restructure Martin’s contract during the season and made a last-ditch offer to Martin on Monday when the coach informed Currie of his decision to leave for South Carolina.
Read Article >Frank Martin’s South Carolina Contract Makes Him SEC’s 4th Highest-Paid Coach
PresswireFrank Martin’s contract with South Carolina will make him the fourth highest paid coach in the SEC, this according to details provided on Twitter by GamecockCentral.com.
According to the site, Martin’s full contract is for six years and will pay him $11.9 million. He will be paid $1.9 million during his first season, $2.0 million for his second and $2.1 million for every year after that.
Read Article >Frank Martin To Be Named South Carolina Basketball Coach, According To Reports
Getty ImagesFrank Martin will leave Kansas State to become the next basketball coach at South Carolina, according to The State reporter Andy Shain.
Martin just finished his fifth season at K-State, where he led the Wildcats to three straight NCAA Tournament appearances. He amassed a career record of 117-54 and went 6-4 in the Big Dance.
Read Article >Frank Martin A Candidate For South Carolina Job, According To Report
Contrary to the rampant speculation on Friday, Frank Martin has not taken the South Carolina head coaching job. In fact, Martin was adamant he hasn’t even talked to anyone yet.
From Kellis Robinett:
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