RICHMOND, Va. – In less than 17 months on the job, Virginia Commonwealth University men’s basketball head coach Shaka Smart has tallied 27 wins; he has brought in one of the most highly-touted recruiting classes in years.

For Smart’s outstanding work and dedication to excellence, he was granted a two-year extension by VCU’s Director of Athletics Norwood Teague.

“The job Coach Smart and his staff has done in a short period of time is remarkable,” Teague said. “In just over a year, they’ve had 27 wins in their first season and done just an unbelievable job on the recruiting trail. We’re fortunate to be able to have this group of men leading our program and look forward to many more years together.”

“I’m extremely appreciative to the support shown to my wife and I by Dr. Rao, Norwood Teague and the entire VCU community,” Smart commented. “I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to coach and mentor such a fine group of young men and I couldn’t be more excited about our future as a program.”

– The information above was provided by Scott Day at VCU