Butler basketball’s Thad Matta retires a month after 500th career win

Butler basketball head coach Thad Matta has accomplished a lot with the program, especially after getting his 500th career win. It looks like he’s ready to ride off into the sunset, as he recently announced his retirement in a statement.

“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,” Matta said in a statement. “The love my wife, my daughters and I have for Butler is what brought us back four years ago, and it feels especially meaningful that I conclude my coaching career here. Butler has always meant more to us than just basketball—and that connection is why I’m grateful to continue working with the University and offering my help in any way I can.

“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.”

More on this story to come.

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