The News-Gazette · Nov 28, 2015
Illini, Cubit reach deal
Three months ago today, Illinois fired Tim Beckman, naming Bill Cubit the program's interim coach.
And today, Illinois made another surprising decision, agreeing to a two-year deal with Cubit to become the team's permanent head coach.
Less than three hours before Illinois and Northwestern are slated to play at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois announced a two-year contract for Bill Cubit to become the permanent full-time coach with the Illini.
The deal will play Cubit $1.2 million per year.
Cubit has guided Illinois to a 5-6 record this season ahead of today's regular-season finale against the Wildcats, and Illinois is currently on a two-game losing streak.