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Florida AD Scott Stricklin Secures $250K Raise, New Role Ahead

BREAKING: Florida Gators athletic director Scott Stricklin has secured a significant $250,000 raise, bringing his annual salary to over $2 million as part of a newly signed three-year contract extension. This extension keeps him at the helm until October 2030, with an intriguing semi-retirement role awaiting him thereafter.

The announcement, made public this morning following a records request by The Associated Press, confirms that Stricklin’s new deal allows him to transition into a “special assistant to the athletic director” role starting in 2030. This arrangement mirrors the post-retirement position held by former AD Jeremy Foley, who served in a similar capacity after stepping down in 2016.

Stricklin, now 55, signed this extension just two months after the Gators clinched their third national championship in men’s basketball. Under his leadership, the Gators have not only thrived in athletics but have also expanded their influence within the rapidly evolving landscape of college sports.

His new salary comes with performance-based bonuses that could elevate his earnings to as much as $2.175 million annually. As part of his semi-retirement role, Stricklin will receive $100,000 each year for five years, along with essential benefits including access to the athletic association’s aircraft valued at up to $55,000, an office, and administrative support. Additionally, he will enjoy complimentary club seat tickets to major sporting events, enhancing his ongoing connection to the Gators community.

The extension and new role were endorsed by outgoing interim president Kent Fuchs, with Dr. Donald Landry recently confirmed as the new interim president. A search committee is set to begin the hunt for a permanent leader early next year. Stricklin’s responsibilities as a special assistant will be defined by the university president and are designed to ensure they do not interfere with the new athletic director’s authority.

Since taking over for Foley in 2016, Stricklin has overseen an impressive haul of 13 national titles and 44 conference championships. He has played a pivotal role in launching new facilities, including an $85 million football facility and a $65 million baseball stadium. Furthermore, plans are underway for a staggering $1 billion renovation of the iconic Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, known to fans as “The Swamp.”

Stricklin’s strategic hires have also transformed the athletic programs, notably bringing in football coach Billy Napier, who led a late-season surge to finish the 2024 season ranked 13th in the latest AP college football poll, and men’s basketball coach Todd Golden, who achieved championship glory in just his third season in Gainesville.

As the Florida Gators continue to make headlines both on and off the field, all eyes will be on Stricklin’s next moves and the future of the athletic program. Expect further updates as the search for a new athletic director progresses and the Gators prepare for another competitive season.

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