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Butler head coach Thad Matta retires from college coaching after 21 seasons, the school announced Monday.
Matta will remain at Butler as a special assistant to the president and athletic director.
Matta previously led Ohio State and Xavier, amassing 502-223 overall in his career.
His second Butler stint began in 2022, but the team never finished higher than seventh in the Big East.
Butler announced a national search for a new head coach after Matta’s retirement.
Matta’s teams at Ohio State reached two Final Fours and one Elite Eight appearance.
The school highlighted Matta’s long association with Butler and his commitment to continue contributing to the program.
Matta previously coached at Xavier for three seasons, compiling an 78-23 record.
Matta’s extensive coaching resume includes multiple conference coach of the year awards.

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Butler's Thad Matta retires from coaching after more than 20 years in Division I, will stay on as special assistant to the president and athletic director.
Matta emphasizes gratitude for Butler and plans to help the program in a new way as the next chapter begins.
Matta leaves Butler with a 502-223 career record and 13 NCAA tournament appearances.
Matta previously guided Xavier and Ohio State to multiple NCAA tournaments and Final Fours.
Matta is a three-time Big Ten Coach of the Year who won multiple regular-season and tournament titles.
Matta planned to remain involved at Butler as the next chapter begins, according to university statements.
Matta's retirement ends his second Butler stint; he previously coached Butler in 2000-01 and returned in 2021-22.
Butler Athletic Director Grant Leiendecker praised Matta's impact and stability for the program.
Matta remains part of Butler's leadership team to ensure continuity for the program.
Matta's coaching career includes Elite Eight run with Xavier and multiple NCAA appearances with Ohio State.

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