HARTFORD, Conn. — Geno Auriemma has signed a contract that would keep the Hall of Fame women's basketball coach on Connecticut's sideline through 2013.

The five-year, $8 million deal begins July 1, the university said Wednesday.

It includes a base salary of $300,000 in the first year. That amount will increase by $25,000 annually throughout the contract.

Besides his base salary, Auriemma will receive $1.1 million in the first year of the contract for speaking and media appearances. That amount will increase by $75,000 annually throughout the contract.

Auriemma, who has led the Huskies to five national titles, will also get bonuses for NCAA tournament appearances, Final Four appearances and any additional national titles.