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Ohio State coach Jake Diebler welcomes back Thad Matta to program

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Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Ohio State coach Jake Diebler welcomes back Thad Matta to program

Summary

On June 24, Ohio State men's basketball coach Jake Diebler embraced the return of former coach Thad Matta during the annual “Vet Week.” Matta, who led the Buckeyes to a school-record 337 wins from 2004 to 2017, visited as a spectator to support current players and staff. Diebler emphasized the significance of Matta’s influence on the program and the importance of maintaining ties to its history. The current coaching staff features several members from Matta's era, including strength and conditioning coach Dave Richardson and program assistant William Buford, indicating a commitment to building on past successes as the season approaches.

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•Diebler welcomes Matta during annual ‘Vet Week’
•Matta coached Ohio State from 2004 to 2017
•Diebler previously hired staff from Matta's era
•Ohio State won five Big Ten titles under Matta
•Matta's influence is celebrated within the program

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10:04 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State's Jake Diebler leaning into Thad Matta era as coach returns

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Ohio State men's basketball coach Jake Diebler welcomed back former coach Thad Matta in the latest example of embracing that era of program history.
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