“This new contract and commitment is well-deserved and well-earned by Billy, who is a great ambassador for Texas A&M and who embodies our values,” Texas A&M athletic director Scott Woodward said in a release. “He has led our team to Texas A&M’s first conference championship in 30 years, with an NCAA Tournament invitation likely to come on Sunday. Our program is also achieving success in the classroom and in the community. We hope that Billy is leading our program for a long time to come.”
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Kennedy, 52, is 96-68 in five years in College Station, including a 2015 season that saw the Aggies ranked as high as No. 5 in the polls. He was named SEC Coach of the Year earlier this week.
“I am extremely appreciative of the support and confidence that Texas A&M has demonstrated to me and to our staff,” Kennedy said. “This has been a team effort, and I am blessed to be coaching such a fine group of young men at an outstanding university. We still have a lot of work left to do this season, and I look forward to leading the Aggies for many years.”
