General Manager Tony Bollier and Assistant Coach Jon Diebler will maintain their roles with the Butler Basketball program under new head coach Ronald Nored. Bollier transitions from director of player development to an assistant coach while continuing his general manager duties. Diebler, who has been part of Butler for the past four seasons, will also remain on Nored's coaching staff. Both coaches have been recognized for their strong contributions, including talent evaluation and player development.

By the Numbers
  • Bollier's tenure included Michael Ajayi receiving AP All-America honorable mention and All-BIG EAST first team recognition.
  • Diebler contributed to Butler's two postseason berths, including the 2024 NIT and the 2025 College Basketball Crown.
State of Play
  • Bollier is known for his talent evaluation skills, contributing to roster assembly and player success.
  • Diebler's focus remains on player development, recruiting, and scouting during his coaching role.
What's Next

Further announcements regarding the Butler Basketball coaching staff will be made in the coming weeks, which might include additional hires or role changes as Nored builds his team.

Bottom Line

The continuation of Bollier and Diebler in their roles signals a commitment to maintaining a strong coaching foundation as Butler aims for future success in competitions.