March 31, 2002

Columbia, Mo. - University of Missouri Head Basketball Coach Quin Snyder has released the following statement concerning his decision to remain as MU's Coach:

MEN'S BASKETBALL COACH QUIN SNYDER

"Helen and I feel a great affinity for Columbia and the University of Missouri. We have some very special players on our team and we have made a tremendous investment in each other over the last few years. We are building a very special and unique program at Missouri, and I am certainly excited about the potential that lies ahead."