US EditionPublished • loading... • Updated
Butler coach Thad Matta announces retirement
- On March 16, 2026, Thad Matta announced his retirement from coaching in a university press release, remaining as a special counselor, officials said.
- Returning to his alma mater four years ago, Matta said, 'After taking some time to reflect following the end of the season, I have decided that the time has come for me to step away from the sidelines.'
- During his second stint, Matta went 63-69 with the Butler Bulldogs, and the team settled for the NIT after their only winning season in 2023-24, reaching last year’s College Basketball Crown quarterfinals.
- The university has launched a nationwide head-coach search, and Butler officials said Thad Matta will remain on staff as Special Assistant to President Jim Danko and athletic director Grant Leiendecker.
- It signals the end of an era for Butler, as program leaders said the university struggled with NIL and transfer portal challenges in a stronger BIG EAST, affecting program recruiting and postseason prospects.
Insights by Ground AI
21 Articles
21 Articles
Associated Press NewsReposted by 
The Washington Post
The Washington PostThad Matta retires at Butler following a career that included 13 NCAA Tournaments
Longtime college basketball coach Thad Matta has announced he is retiring after a career that included 13 NCAA Tournaments and a national title game appearance with Ohio State.
·United States
Read Full ArticleCoverage Details
Total News Sources21
Leaning Left5Leaning Right3Center7Last UpdatedBias Distribution47% Center
Bias Distribution
- 47% of the sources are Center
47% Center
L 33%
C 47%
R 20%
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
