Staley has taken her program to new heights over the course of her 17-year tenure in Columbia. Under her tutelage, the Gamecocks have emerged as one of the best programs in the land. They've nabbed three national titles and six Final Four appearances, four of which have occurred in the last four years.

South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley signs a contract extension, making her the sport's highest coach. She will make $4 million a year