According to sources, Robert Morris University is finalizing a multi-year contract extension for men’s basketball head coach Andy Toole. The reported deal follows a landmark season where the Colonials tied a program record with 26 wins and captured both the Horizon League regular season and tournament championships.
From Rebuilding to NCAA Tournament Contender
If confirmed, the extension would reward Toole’s remarkable NCAA Tournament performance, in which his No. 15 seeded Colonials pushed No. 2 seed Alabama to the brink before falling 90-81.
Sources: Robert Morris’ Andy Toole has received a multi-year contract extension.
Led the Colonials to 26 wins this season and took Alabama to the brink in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) April 2, 2025
Robert Morris briefly led with seven minutes remaining and accomplished a rare feat by outrebounding the Crimson Tide, something only five other teams have managed all season.
The reported extension comes after Robert Morris finished with a stellar 26-8 overall record and a 16-4 mark in conference play. This remarkable turnaround followed a disappointing 10-22 season in 2023-24, showcasing Toole’s ability to rebuild effectively within the competitive mid-major landscape.
Toole, who earned Horizon League Coach of the Year honors, guided the Colonials to their first conference championship since joining the Horizon League in 2020. The March 11 victory over Youngstown State (74-66) in Indianapolis secured an automatic NCAA Tournament bid, marking their first appearance since 2020’s canceled tournament.
The NCAA Tournament performance against Alabama became the defining moment of the season. Despite a nine-point defeat, Robert Morris demonstrated remarkable resilience, taking a 65-64 lead in the second half before Alabama’s Mark Sears took over with 19 of his 22 points after halftime.
Robert Morris’s success came largely through Toole’s savvy roster construction featuring impact transfers like Horizon League Player of the Year Alvaro Folgueiras and dynamic guard Kam Woods. This portal proficiency suggests continued competitiveness even as recruitment for future seasons continues.
Toole’s 15 Years Tenure Could Enter New Phase With Reported Deal
Since taking over as head coach in 2010 at just 29 years old, Toole has amassed approximately 286 wins against 223 losses over 15 seasons. His loyalty to Robert Morris has been unwavering despite opportunities to pursue positions at larger programs following previous tournament appearances.
The 2024-25 season marked Toole’s third NCAA Tournament berth (2015, 2020, 2025), though the 2020 appearance was canceled due to COVID-19. This consistency has established Robert Morris as a respectable mid-major program capable of competing against higher-profile opponents.
Sources indicate this new multi-year deal would extend beyond Toole’s current contract, which was set to run through 2025-26. While financial terms remain undisclosed, the extension likely includes both additional years and increased compensation, reflecting Toole’s enhanced market value.
The reported contract extension would signal Robert Morris’s institutional commitment to basketball excellence within their broader athletic program growth. On the same day as this report, the university also announced football staff additions, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to sports program development.
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If confirmed, Toole’s continued leadership would provide recruiting stability while building on unprecedented conference success. With transfer portal activity already underway, including reported interest in SIUE transfer Jordan Hamilton, the Colonials appear positioned for continued success in the Horizon League.
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