Mizzou, Laird Veatch agree to three-year extension for the athletic director

Mizzou announced Friday that it has agreed to a three-year contract extension with athletic director Laird Veatch.

The announcement comes on the two-year anniversary of Veatch's first day as Mizzou AD. The extension was approved during the UM System Board of Curators' recent meeting at Missouri S&T in Rolla, "reinforcing the university's commitment to Veatch's leadership and long-term vision for Mizzou Athletics," according to a news release.

The new North End Zone project set to be completed ahead of the upcoming football season is one of the significant upgrades Mizzou has undertaken with Veatch at the helm.

"The momentum of Mizzou Athletics is undeniable thanks to the incredible leadership of Athletic Director Veatch," UM System President and Mizzou Chancellor Mun Choi said in the release.

"We are a powerhouse in the SEC and a source of pride for all Missourians. AD Veatch and his staff's commitment to excellence and winning championships will continue to drive our programs forward and deliver proven results for our student-athletes and dedicated Tiger fans."

Said Veatch in the news release: "I'm incredibly grateful to President Choi and the Board of Curators for their trust and support.

“This extension reflects the collective work of our coaches, staff, student-athletes and supporters who have embraced our 'Will to Win' and who believe in what Mizzou Athletics will become. We've made meaningful progress, but the reality is we're just getting started. Our focus remains on providing our programs the resources to consistently compete for and win championships to unite and elevate Mizzou for years to come."

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This story was originally published May 1, 2026 at 12:26 PM with the headline "Mizzou, Laird Veatch agree to three-year extension for the athletic director."