(utsports.com) University of Tennessee Vice Chancellor/Director of Athletics Danny White announced Thursday afternoon the signing of a lifetime contract for head men’s basketball coach Rick Barnes , live on the Mike Keith Show.

The most accomplished leader in the history of Tennessee men’s basketball, Barnes owns a dazzling 232-109 (.664) record in 10 years on Rocky Top, including a 112-67 (.626) mark in SEC play. He has led the team to six 25-win seasons, four Sweet 16 trips, four top-10 finishes, three SEC championships and two Elite Eight berths.

“Rick has taken our program to unprecedented heights, and we are absolutely thrilled to have him continue coaching on Rocky Top for the rest of his career,” White said. “He has constructed this program the right way, achieving el

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