INDIANAPOLIS – LaVall Jordan was named head coach of men’s basketball at Butler University Monday.
Jordan previously helped Butler compete in conference championships and the NCAA tournament as a player and assistant coach. He will serve as the 24th coach in the program’s history.
From 2004 to 2007, Jordan served as the assistance coach for three seasons before becoming the coordinator of basketball operations in 2003.
He played with the Bulldogs from 1998-2001 as a starting guard where he was named MVP his last year. His career included 91 victories.
“LaVall is a tremendous coach who exemplifies The Butler Way,” said Collier, who as the team’s head coach first recruited Jordan to Butler in 1997. “He has played a major role in successful programs that have competed at the highest levels. LaVall also has a deep appreciation for our university and this program, and will recruit and develop young men who will represent Butler well. We are thrilled to welcome LaVall, Destinee, and their three beautiful daughters back to Butler.”
#GoDawgs Welcome home, @LaVall_Jordan pic.twitter.com/0Q1cz9q9KF
— Butler Basketball (@ButlerMBB) June 13, 2017
Before coming back to Butler, Jordan spent one season as head coach at Milwaukee where he led the Panthers to the Horizon League Tournament championship game.
“This is a dream come true,” said Jordan. “Butler is a place that means so much to me and my family, and I am honored and humbled to lead this storied program. I want to thank President Danko and Barry Collier for the faith they have placed in me to continue The Butler Way and our great success.”
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