“‘My commitment to Butler and to the future of this program remains as strong as ever. I want this program to compete at the highest levels of the BIG EAST and national landscape, and I am excited to be part of what we continue to build here.’”
Thad Matta will return for another season as head men’s basketball coach
“Matta has been scrutinized after finishing with a losing record in the Big East in four consecutive campaigns, sporting a 63-69 overall mark in his second stint with the Bulldogs.”
What you need to know: Butler hosts Creighton in home finale
“The combination of a strong performance on the glass and solid perimeter defense is the recipe for Butler to pick up the win.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs halted by Villanova
“The loss drops Butler to 6-12 in the Big East, a potentially impactful result in a conference with a log-jam at the bottom of the standings.”
Celebrating regional differences of students
“While I agree with the idea of concentrated learning environments, I believe that with a smaller school may come a less diverse environment”
After the Buzzer: Men’s basketball vs. Xavier
Men’s basketball took on rival Xavier on senior day. Multimedia Reporter Blaine Raider gives a recap of the game.
What you need to know: Men’s basketball hosts Xavier
“In order to get hot, Butler will have to contain Carroll and force his supporting cast to do the damage.”
Beyond the box score: Dawgs down Georgetown, Thad Matta picks up 500th win
“For Butler, the win secured a series split with Georgetown and pulled the Dawgs back above .500.”
What you need to know: Men’s basketball faces No. 6 UConn
“It will take a herculean effort from Butler’s top offensive threats to keep the Dawgs competitive in this one.”
OT: Dan Dakich aims at Butler basketball
“In his attempt to garner views and followers to his ever-controversial X account, Dakich insulted two core pillars of Butler University – Hinkle Fieldhouse and Butler Blue.”