Stanley Burrell was a hard-nosed leader, known for his defense, hustle, and ability to step up in big moments. He played a key role in Xavier’s rise as a national contender in the 2000s.
Derrick Brown was known for his athleticism and highlight dunks. He helped Xavier reach the Elite Eight in 2008 and played an important role in multiple NCAA Tournament runs.
David Young was a key part of Xavier’s deep NCAA Tournament runs, providing scoring and leadership. His contributions helped solidify Xavier’s national reputation.
Tu Holloway was a big-game player, known for his clutch performances and ability to take over games in crunch time. He led Xavier to multiple deep NCAA Tournament runs and was one of the best guards in school history.
Brian Grant was a dominant big man, known for his toughness, rebounding, and defense. He helped Xavier become a consistent NCAA Tournament team before playing over a decade in the NBA.
Jordan Crawford had one of the best single seasons in Xavier history, averaging over 20 points per game and leading the team to the Sweet 16 in 2010. His explosive scoring ability and fearless mentality made him a fan favorite.
James Posey was one of the most versatile players in Xavier history. He could score, rebound, and defend, winning A-10 Player of the Year honors before becoming a key NBA role player and two-time NBA champion.
Trevon Bluiett was a deadly shooter and elite scorer, helping Xavier reach a No. 1 seed in the 2018 NCAA Tournament. He ranks second in career points and was a major reason Xavier became a national power in the Big East.
Byron Larkin, the brother of MLB Hall of Famer Barry Larkin, was a scoring machine. He led Xavier’s rise to national prominence, becoming the program’s all-time leading scorer and one of the best pure shooters in school history.
David West is arguably the greatest player in Xavier history. A dominant power forward, he led Xavier to three NCAA Tournament appearances and was the best player in the A-10 for three consecutive seasons. West went on to have a successful NBA career, winning two NBA championships.
