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INDIANAPOLIS — Butler men's basketball coach Thad Matta has decided to retire following the 2025-26 season. Matta nor athletic director Grant Leiendecker said retirement was being considered in conversations with IndyStar last week. Leiendecker previously told IndyStar that Matta was the right coach to lead Butler forward for a fifth season in 2026-27, and that his first three seasons did not have the adequate resources to compete in the Big East Despite a top-ranked recruited class and a strong transfer portal class led by All Big-East performer Michael Ajayi, the Dawgs did not see improvement with a more competitive roster.

Injuries to point guards Jalen Jackson and Azavier "Stink" Robinson played a part in Butler stumbling after a 7-1 start that included a win over No. 13-ranked Virginia during the Greenbrier Classic in November. They finished 16-16.

“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 relase. “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. “I want to sincerely thank (President) Jim Danko, (Vice President and Athletic Director) Grant Leiendecker, and (former Athletic Director) Barry Collier for their trust, leadership, and friendship.