WSSU Hires Jay Butler as Next Men's Basketball Coach

WSSU officially names Jay Butler as its next men's basketball coach

“I look forward to building a championship culture that reflects the values of this university and prepares our student-athletes for success on and off the court.” - Jay Butler

WSSU hires Jay Butler as next men's basketball coach

Butler, who is an alum of Virginia Union, has been the head coach at his alma mater since 2015.

Winston-Salem State University announces new head basketball coach

Lester 'Jay' Butler will join the Rams following a national search for a new coach.

Winston-Salem State pulls from CIAA to hire next basketball coach

Winston-Salem State University has turned to a proven winner to lead its men’s basketball program, naming Lester “Jay” Butler as its new head coach. The news of the hire was first reported by HBCU Gameday. Butler, who spent the past 11 seasons at Virginia Union University, inherits a Rams program looking to recover from a 7-19 overall record and a 2-13 finish in the CIAA last season.  “Jay Butler brings a wealth of experience and a strong track …

Winston-Salem State hires Butler as Head Basketball Coach

Winston-Salem State University has named Lester “Jay” Butler head men’s basketball coach. Following a national coaching search, Butler was selected from a competitive pool of candidates to lead the Rams into their next era of excellence. Butler brings more than two decades of collegiate coaching experience, including 20 years as a head coach at the NCAA Division II level, with a proven record of championship success, player development and acade…

WSSU names Jay Butler new men’s basketball coach

Jay Butler has officially jumped from one HBCU blue blood to another as the Virginia Union product was confirmed as WSSU head coach.  As first reported by HBCU Gameday, Butler replaces Corey Thompson who was dismissed on Feb. 14.  “I am honored to join Winston-Salem State University and lead this historic program,” Butler said. “WSSU has a proud tradition, passionate supporters and a strong commitment to student success. I look forward to buildi…