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The Final Four of March Madness brought in $1.4 million in bonuses for the 4 coaches still competing

Tom Izzo, Michigan State

The Final Four of March Madness brought in $1.4 million in bonuses for the 4 coaches still competing

Chris Beard, Texas Tech

Chris Beard, Texas Tech

2019 salary: 2.8 million

Tournament bonus through Elite Eight: $300,000

Additional bonuses for national championship: $200,000

One thing to know: Beard has made a total of $600,000 in bonuses this year after Texas Tech's miraculous season, including $250,000 for winning a share of the Big 12 title.

Bruce Pearl, Auburn

Bruce Pearl, Auburn

2019 salary: $2.6 million

Tournament bonus through Elite Eight: $300,000

Additional bonus for national championship: $300,000

One thing to know: In addition to the bonuses he's made during the tournament, Pearl also earned a combined $100,000 for getting the Tigers to 25 wins and winning the SEC tournament.

Tony Bennett, Virginia

Tony Bennett, Virginia

2019 salary: 4.2 million

Tournament bonus through Elite Eight: $650,000

Additional bonuses for national championship: $400,000

One thing to know: Bennett earned an additional $50,000 for just getting Virginia to the NCAA tournament, $100,000 for their appearance in the Sweet 16, and $250,000 each for the Cavaliers wins in the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight. Should Virginia go on to win the tournament, he'll clear $1 million in bonus money on the season.


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