Facts of Barbara Matta
Full Name:	Barbara Matta
Gender:	Female
Country:	United States
Husband	Thad Matta
Married	Thad Matta
Birth Place	Woodbury, New Jersey
Status	Married
Nationality	American
Ethnicity	White
Religion	Christianity
Education	Butler University
Kids	Emily Matta and Ali Matta
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Barbara Matta is famous as the wife of an American college basketball coach Thad Matta. 

What is Barbara Matta’s Nationality?

Barbara Matta was born in Woodbury, New Jersey, United States. By looking at her picture we can assume she must be in her late 30s. By nationality, Barbara holds American citizenship and belongs to white ethnic background. Likewise, she follows Christianity as a religion. She completed her university from Butler University.

Are Barbara Matta and Thad Matta still married?

Barbara is living as Mrs. Matta after marrying her husband Thad Matta. By profession, her husband Thad is a Basketball coach. They both met must have each other during their college year. From then on they have been in love with each other and are college sweethearts. After dating each other for some time they finally decided to take the next step.

Finally, they said the marriage vows in 1996. Their wedding was dome in front of their friends and families. The couple is living a happy and blissful life. Even after many years of marriage, the couple has not been seen in any controversies. They always celebrate their marriage anniversary. We can see how happy they are with their children.

Does Barbara Matta have children?

Barbara and her husband are blessed with two adorable children. They are two beautiful daughters. Their names are Emily Matta and Ali Matta.

What is the Net Worth & Salary of Barbara Matta’s husband?

Barbara’s husband Thad Matta has an estimated net worth of around $12 million as of 2022. He was able to collect that hefty sum of money from his career as a college basketball coach. Likewise, Thad is living a very comfortable and lavish life in a big house. Similarly, he has an annual salary of $4 million.

He earns money from brands and also earns a very good amount of money. Aside from his career, he is also earning an extra sum from brand endorsement, advertisement, and sponsorship. Thad is successful to earn both name and fame throughout his career. Similarly, he is having a very elegant lifestyle currently. Barbara is also enjoying her life with the help of her husband.

How long is Thad Matta’s Contract?

Thad is a coach and was hired as Indiana’s associate athletic director of basketball administration. He has an annual base salary of $400,000. Likewise, Matta’s base salary will increase on April one of the year each by $25,000 beginning on April 1, 2022.

Where do Thad Matta and Barbara Matta live?

Thad and his wife Barbara live in Columbus, Ohio, US. His other house is in the sale at $899,000, the home has 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 5,196 square feet, and a 1.82 acres lot size. Likewise, the kitchen has modern features including custom cabinets, Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a charming breakfast nook.

Is Barbara Matta involved in charity?

Yes, Barbara is involved in charity. She works with many charities, including the Make a Wish Foundation and Ronald McDonald House. Ohio State runs the Big Wish Gala every year.

What will Thad Matta do at IU?

Thad is now an Associate AD for Men’s Basketball Administration at Indiana. Before he was an Ohio State basketball coach. Matta will work for the AD at IU.

Why did Thad Matta get fired from Ohio State?

Thad was dismissed not because he wasn’t a good coach.  But he wasn’t good enough at that moment. He said:

“I went through a year where I couldn’t walk. I couldn’t take my shoes off after a game. he couldn’t take my pants off after a game,”

Professional Career of Thad Matta

• By profession Barbara’s husband, Thad is a basketball coach.
• Matta was first a basketball standout for the Cornjerkers at Hoopeston-East Lynn High School in Hoopeston, Illinois.
• He then spent six seasons as a full-time assistant coach at three different universities.
• There he helped his squads compile a composite 128–58 (.688) record and make six postseason tournament appearances.

• By sitting on the bench he won four league tournament championship rings.
• He was known as the best coach.
• Likewise, for the 2002–03 Naismith National Coach of the Year Award, was hired as the 13th head coach in Ohio State history on July 7, 2004.
• He then started his carer as an American college basketball coach.
• After some time on April 3, 2022, it was said that Butler took Matta as head coach to replace LaVall Jordan.