Austin Parkinson turned his dream into reality by being selected as the next head coach for the Butler women’s basketball program. Now, just like he did at IUPUI, Parkinson will work towards building a program dedicated to team success.
Butler sports weekly preview: April 13 – April 19
A weekly preview for Butler athletics for April 13 – April 19.
Butler sports weekly recap: April 6-12
A weekly recap of Butler athletics from April 6-12.
Welcome to the Team: Women’s tennis edition
“I love that all the teachers know me by name, and they actually want me to succeed. I’m not just a random number or a person out of like, 100 kids in a class.”
Runners Recap: Butler track and field gains valuable experience at Illini Classic
Butler’s younger runners triumphed in two events and set a few personal bests in Champaign, Illinois.
Austin Parkinson hired as women’s basketball head coach
Parkinson is coming off a 12-year stint at IUPUI, with a career record of 224-141.
Runners Recap: The Bulldogs continue to roll at the Redbird Invite
The Bulldogs had some top finishes on both men’s and women’s sides including a sweep on the podium in the men’s 400 meters.
Into the Matta-Verse
Two days after parting ways with LaVall Jordan, Thad Matta was hired as head coach. In his 17 seasons as a Division I head coach, Matta has made 13 NCAA Tournaments appearances and two Final Fours.
Butler track and field shift into high gear heading into outdoor season
After the first few outdoor meets, the Bulldogs continue their desire for more success, all while flying under the radar.
Students react to leadership changes within the men’s basketball program
Avid fans, casual fans, members of the pep band and dance team and a senior basketball team manager all give their opinions on what these changes mean for the future of the program.