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 GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) - Billy Donovan swallowed a gulp of water and then his pride. He apologized Thursday to the Orlando Magic, his family and the Florida Gators for changing his mind about joining the NBA coaching ranks. Instead, he'll rejoin Florida with a new six-year contract worth $3.5 million per year.
"It was my decision to go to the Magic," Donovan said. "It was my mistake. And I have to take responsibility for that, which I'm trying to do."
Florida athletic director Jeremy Foley announced Donovan and the Gators have agreed in principle to a new contract, with an option for a seventh year. Foley also said football coach Urban Meyer agreed to a new six-year deal at $3.25 million per year, with an option for a seventh.
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