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North Carolina Extends Wrestling Coach Rob Koll’s Contract

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – University of North Carolina wrestling coach Rob Koll, who enters his fourth season leading the Tar Heels in 2026-27, has agreed to terms on a three-year contract extension. Koll’s new contract will run through June 30, 2029; the terms were approved by UNC’s Board of Trustees in late July.  
“Coach Koll has a proven track record of building success on the wrestling mat while developing leaders in the community and connecting with fans and alumni,” said Director of Athletics Steve Newmark. “Since returning to Chapel Hill three years ago, Rob has brought championship-level leadership and commitment for his alma mater and program, and we are thrilled that he will continue to lead the Carolina wrestling program.” 
Coach Koll has a proven track record of building success on the wrestling mat while developing leaders in the community and connecting with fans and alumni. Since returning to Chapel Hill three years ago, Rob has brought championship-level leadership and commitment for his alma mater and program, and we are thrilled that he will continue to lead the Carolina wrestling program.
Director of Athletics Steve Newmark
Koll, a 1988 national champion wrestler for the Tar Heels, became Carolina’s seventh head coach in program history on Aug. 31, 2023. He returned to his alma mater after spending two seasons at Stanford (2021-23) and the previous 28 as the head coach at Cornell (1993-2021).  “Returning to Chapel Hill three years ago to lead the wrestling program means everything to me,’’ Koll said. “I’m truly thankful for the trust and support shown by Chancellor Lee Roberts, current and former Directors of Athletics Steve Newmark and Bubba Cunningham and the Board of Trustees. 
“Our standard will be continuing to recruit the nation’s top talent and competing for championships while staying rooted in the University and community. The future of Tar Heel wrestling is bright, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to be a part of it.” 
Returning to Chapel Hill three years ago to lead the wrestling program means everything to me. … more at … https://goheels.com/news/2026/8/13/unc-extends-wrestling-coach-rob-kolls-contract

August 14, 2026 - Posted by The TakeDown Report | Uncategorized | sports