Head Coach
Ronald Nored
Program contact: Kotie Kimble, Assistant Coach
kkimble@butler.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Kotie Kimble | Assistant Coach | kkimble@butler.edu |
| Emerson Kampen '13 | Assistant Coach | ekampen@butler.edu |
| Jon Diebler | Assistant Coach | jdiebler@butler.edu |
| Ali Matta '21 | Director of Operations | amatta@butler.edu |
| Andrew Steele | Director of Player Development | asteele2@butler.edu |
| Conner Varney | Video Coordinator | cvarney@butler.edu |
| Matt Frederick | Chief of Staff | mfrederick@butler.edu |
| Keenan Gumbs | Strength and Conditioning Coach | kgumbs@butler.edu |
About Butler Bulldogs Basketball
Butler University basketball competes in the prestigious Big East Conference, offering elite competition in one of college basketball's premier leagues. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, the program combines a rigorous academic environment with serious basketball development under head coach Ronald Nored, a proven leader with extensive NCAA Tournament experience. Butler attracts student-athletes committed to balancing high-level academics with competitive basketball at the Power Conference level. The program emphasizes player development, basketball intelligence, and building character within a winning culture. Recruits benefit from the university's strong academic reputation, which enhances career opportunities beyond athletics. The Big East provides consistent exposure to scouts and media, while Indianapolis offers a vibrant city environment. Prospective players should reach out to the coaching staff to learn how Butler's commitment to excellence, both on the court and in the classroom, can shape their future as student-athletes.
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-08-13.