Tennessee athletics director Danny White hit the ceiling of his annual bonuses as the Vols baseball team won its first national championship. White’s contract allows for a maximum of $300,000 in bonuses per academic year, and after the baseball team’s victory, he earned a total of $533,610 in bonuses for the successful 2023-24 season. This amount includes bonuses for team national championship, finishing in the top 10 of the Learfield Cup standings, and other achievements.
White’s base salary is $2,425,500 annually with a 5% annual raise. He can only receive a maximum of $300,000 in bonuses per year, as per his contract terms. His incentive structure rewards him for championships, postseason appearances, and academic success by UT teams.
With the completion of the College World Series, UT finished third in the final Learfield Cup standings, which is the highest in school history. White’s bonuses reward him for various achievements, such as team national championship, postseason appearances in basketball and football, and winning an SEC championship.
White’s unforgettable day was made sweeter by the baseball national title under his watch. He received various bonuses as per his contract terms, but can only receive up to $300,000 as the maximum limit. White’s success reflects the accomplishments of Tennessee’s athletic programs in a successful year for the school.
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