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.
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.
Thad Matta returns to Butler as head coach
Matta hired to lead the Butler basketball program for his second stint at Hinkle Fieldhouse.
LaVall Jordan relieved of duties as head coach
After five seasons leading the Butler men’s basketball team, the university announces it has parted ways with Jordan.
Butler parts ways with women’s basketball coach Kurt Godlevske
Godlevske’s eight-year tenure as the head coach of the women’s basketball team comes to an end after winning just four games in the past two seasons.
Butler vs. No. 11 Providence: Beyond the box score
Butler’s season comes to an end in a close loss in the quarterfinals of the Big East Tournament.
Butler vs. Xavier: Beyond the box score
Simas Lukosius and Chuck Harris come up clutch in Butler’s improbable win over Xavier to advance to the quarterfinals of the Big East Tournament.
Butler vs. Xavier: What you need to know
The Bulldogs open up the first round of the Big East Tournament against the rival Musketeers.
Butler vs. No. 11 Villanova: Beyond the box score
Butler is blown out on senior day, losing fifth straight game to end the regular season.
Butler vs. No. 11 Villanova: What you need to know
In the midst of a four-game losing streak, the Bulldogs host Villanova in the regular season finale.