Editor: The following is a press release from Valpoathletics.com
(Valparaiso, IN) – Valparaiso University Director of Athletics Dr. Charles Small has announced that Matt Lottich will no longer serve as the head coach of the Valpo men’s basketball program.
In his seven seasons as head coach, Lottich compiled a record of 108-117 (.480). He spent 10 total seasons on the Valpo coaching staff including three as an assistant coach. Lottich led Valpo to the championship game of the Missouri Valley Conference Tournament in 2019-20 and guided the team to the Horizon League regular-season title and an NIT appearance in 2016-17
“I would like to sincerely thank Matt Lottich for his contributions to Valpo Athletics during his time leading our men’s basketball program,” Small said. “Coach Lottich is a man of high character and he has led our team with integrity and class. This was a difficult decision and not one that I took lightly. I wish Matt and his family all the best in their future endeavors.”
Valpo will immediately launch a national search to identify the program’s next head coach.
With 14 NCAA tournament appearances, 18 regular-season conference championships and 10 conference tournament championships, Valpo men’s basketball has a tradition of excellence. The program has produced eight NBA players, 10 conference players of the year and 20 20-win seasons.
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