Pantagraph · May 1, 2025
Illinois State, Pedon agree to contract extension
Illinois State men's basketball coach Ryan Pedon talks to the crowd during halftime of an ISU women's basketball game on Monday, March 31, 2025 at CEFCU Arena.Illinois State head coach Ryan Pedon talks with forward Caden Boser (33) in the first half against Belmont on Wednesday, Jan. 29 2025, at CEFCU Arena.NORMAL — Following the program's best season since 2016-17, Illinois State men's basketball coach Ryan Pedon has signed a contract extension through the 2029-30 season.
The Redbirds posted a 22-14 record in Pedon's third season as coach and won the College Basketball Invitational championship. It was the team's first winning season since 2018-19.