Mike Boynton Signs Contract Extension With Oklahoma State
STILLWATER – It’s the news everyone’s been waiting for since the end of the season: Oklahoma State and Mike Boynton and agreed upon a contract extension, a source confirmed with Pokes Report.
"I'm very thankful to coach Holder for his initial vision back in 2017, and his leadership team, as well as President Hargis and the Board of Regents for the opportunity to keep building on what we've done so far," Boynton said. "I appreciate all of the fans, alumni and lettermen for loving this program so much, which has given us a story to tell recruits. I'm honored to continue to represent Mr. Iba and coach Sutton's program, and for the privilege of mentoring the young men who believe in our vision. My family and I are excited for the work that lies in front of us, and looking forward to celebrating much success with all of the great people we've grown to love over the last four years."
Boynton has signed a seven-year deal worth $3 million annually starting on July 1, 2021. According to the release by the program, it keeps in place the current pay structure, which includes the 25 percent voluntary salary reduction instituted last fall due to pandemic-induced budget constraints, through June 30. That keeps Boynton in Stillwater through the 2027-28 season.
"This is a great day for Cowboy basketball," said Mike Holder, OSU's Director of Athletics. "I'm reminded of Eddie Sutton's first news conference in 1990 when he encouraged our fans to buy their tickets while they were still available. That was good advice in 1990 and it is good advice in 2021. We're blessed to have a rising star as our leader and his team will make games in Gallagher-Iba Arena can't-miss events. Get your tickets, this will be a lot of fun."
After it was announced Shaka Smart was leaving Texas to become the head coach at Marquette, reports came out the Longhorns were interested in Mike Boynton. There have also been reports over the past few weeks linking Boynton’s name to his alma mater, South Carolina, should they have parted ways with Frank Martin.
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So, it was of the utmost importance for Mike Holder to strike a deal with Boynton keeping him in Stillwater.
Boynton led the Cowboys to a 21-9 overall record, 11-7 in Big 12 play, during the 2020-21 season. That marks the best record for OSU since the 2012-13 season under former head coach Travis Ford. It also marked the first tournament win for the program since the 2009 season.
There’s no question as to the success Boynton has had out on the recruiting trails. He signed a top-20 class in 2019 and then a top-five class in 2020, which included the No. 1 overall prospect in the country in Cade Cunningham.
The Cowboys had a magical run the last two months of the season having knocked off seven top-25 teams in Feb. and March, including four top-10 teams in Texas, OU, West Virginia and Baylor.