Butler names former Bulldogs player Ronald Nored as new coach
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Key Points:
- Butler University has hired Ronald Nored, a former Bulldogs player and 2012 graduate, as the new head coach to succeed Thad Matta, who retired last week but will remain with the school in an administrative role.
- Nored played under coach Brad Stevens and was part of Butler's back-to-back NCAA national championship game appearances in 2010 and 2011, holding school records for games played and postseason appearances.
- He brings extensive coaching experience from college basketball, the G League, and the NBA, having served as an assistant coach with the Atlanta Hawks, Indiana Pacers, Charlotte Hornets, and Boston Celtics.
- Athletic Director Grant Leiendecker praised Nored's work ethic, basketball IQ, and vision for the program, expressing confidence that he will elevate Butler basketball and set a new standard for student-athletes.
- Butler finished 16-16 this season and missed the NCAA tournament for four consecutive years under Matta; Nored aims to build on Butler’s tradition and momentum to bring the program to new heights.
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