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Desireé Reed-Francois, Missouri athletic director, agrees to contract extension

Spenser Davis

By Spenser Davis

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Desireé Reed-Francois has signed a 1-year contract extension with Missouri through 2028, the university announced on Thursday morning.

“Her devotion to our student-athletes and coaches is unsurpassed,” Missouri chancellor Mun Choi said in a press release. “We look forward to incredible successes under her leadership.”

The Tigers’ athletic director has been at the helm since 2021. Over the past 2 years, Reed-Francois has overseen back-to-back bowl berths for Missouri’s football program. Reed-Francois also hired men’s basketball coach Dennis Gates, who led the Tigers to the NCAA Tournament in Year 1.

“This is a reflection of the incredible work of our team over the last eighteen months, along with the dedication of a passionate fan base,” Reed-Francois said in a press release.

Financial terms of Reed-Francois’ extension were not disclosed.

Expectations for Mizzou athletics are expected to remain high moving forward. Mizzou will be hoping to take another step forward this season after back-to-back 6-win seasons under Eli Drinkwitz.

The extension runs through June 30, 2028.

Spenser Davis

Spenser is a news editor for Saturday Down South and covers college football across all Saturday Football brands.

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