Butler University Athletics

High School: Played four seasons at Saint Ignatius College Prep where she was a four-year varsity player and three-time varsity letter winner. She recorded 50 aces in one season (fourth-best in school history), 18+ passes in one game (second in school history), and helped Saint Ignatius to a super-sectional title (first time in school history). She served as team captain during the 2025-26 school year and was named All Girls Catholic Athletic Conference MVP in her sophomore season. 
 
Personal: Her parents are Maggie and Shad Thaxton, and she has an older brother Aidan who is a member of the Butler Baseball team. 
 
Coach Shondell on Thaxton Signing-  "Marin is an incredible fit for our family here at Butler, her tenacity and ball control are a welcome addition to our backcourt." 

Why Thaxton Chose Butler: “I chose Butler because of the kindness I saw in each and every player on the Butler volleyball team and coaching staff. I highly value the importance of having a supportive and loving community when involved in team sports. When I visited Butler, I saw that in action. I am extremely excited to be a part of a community of hardworking, encouraging, and uplifting women and men in the Butler Volleyball community.”