AMES, Iowa — Iowa State is making sure T.J. Otzelberger stays put in Ames — at least until 2032.

A contract extension agreement for the head men’s basketball coach was announced Tuesday by Iowa State University President Dr. Wendy Wintersteen and Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard.

Otzelberger leads one of the most successful runs in the program’s history. The current team ranks #3 in the Associated Press poll. Since he took on the head coach role in 2021, the program has been to three straight NCAA tournaments, with two Sweet 16 appearances, and won the 2024 Big 12 Tournament title.

“In just four years, Coach Otzelberger has transformed our Iowa State men’s basketball program into one of the nation’s best.  Since his return to Ames, Cyclone fans everywhere are enjoying the many successes that his teams have produced,” Wintersteen said. “His commitment to academic and athletic achievement is very strong and we are excited that he will continue to lead our program for many years to come.”

Otzelberger was an assistant coach at Iowa State for previous head coaches Greg McDermott, Fred Hoiberg, and Steve Prohm. He held the head coaching job at South Dakota State and UNLV before coming back to Iowa State.

Pollard praised Otzelberger for the reversal of the program’s fortunes after he inherited a program coming off a 2-22 record.

“The complete reimagining of our program under Coach Otzelberger’s leadership is a testament to his vision and the plan that he and his staff have successfully implemented,” Pollard said. “His continued emphasis on the program’s daily habits has not only reshaped our program but has allowed the Cyclones to quickly pull off one of the greatest turnarounds in college basketball history.”

Otzelberger gave his thanks for the tremendous support he’s received as head coach.

“I’m thankful for the support of our President, Dr. Wintersteen and our Athletics Director, Jamie Pollard,” Otzelberger said. “My family and I love Iowa State University, and the community, and are happy to continue calling it home. Our fan base is second-to-none and we value their continued support as we continue this journey together.”

The details of the contract extension have not yet been released.