Minneapolis, MN -- (Sports Network) - The Minnesota Golden Gophers inked head women's basketball coach Pam Borton to a new six-year contract on Tuesday.

The new deal, announced by director of athletics Joe Maturi, was announced on Tuesday.

"I am excited about this new contract because Minnesota is where I want to be for a long time," said Borton. "This is a special place and one of the best places to coach college women's basketball in the nation because of the support and our fans."

Borton has led the Golden Gophers to five NCAA Tournament appearances in six seasons on the bench. She is 132-61 with Minnesota and led the club to the 2004 Final Four.