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Xavier University of Louisiana - Men’s Head Basketball Coach🏀

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💛 Once a Xavierite, ALWAYS a Xavierite! 💛

Some of the most important members of our team never put on a uniform.

Last night, the Gold Rush welcomed a very special guest to the Convocation Center for Men’s Basketball Media Day — Mrs. Brendolyn McKenna, Xavier Class of 1967!

A devoted supporter of Xavier Athletics for years, Mrs. McKenna has been a constant presence in the stands, season after season, cheering on the Gold Rush and Gold Nuggets from her familiar seat right behind the team bench.

Head Coach Tyrone Mitchell shared this tribute:

“Every program needs people who believe in it through every season, every challenge and every triumph. Mrs. McKenna represents that kind of unwavering commitment. Year after year, she’s right there behind our bench, giving our young men her energy, her encouragement and her love. That kind of loyalty is the heartbeat of Xavier Basketball. We’re grateful for everything she has meant to this program, and we wanted her to know that she’s just as much a part of this team as anyone wearing a jersey.”

Several decades after graduating from Xavier, Mrs. McKenna continues to embody what it means to be FOREVER GOLD.

Thank you, “Ms. B,” for your enduring love, loyalty and dedication to Xavier athletes. This seat of honor belongs to you! 💛

#ForeverGold #XULA #XavierAthletics #TeamGold #XavierUniversity @xulagold taken in Xavier University Convocation Center by @tmitch_03

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A lil work never hurt nobody!! #Xulahoops by @tmitch_03

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A new chapter in Xavier Men’s Basketball is taking shape🔥🔥🔥

Day One is in the books for the Gold Rush—and the work has officially begun.

⏳ 32 days until the season opener at SUNO — October 24
🏠 36 days until the home opener vs. Texas College — October 28

Swipe through the first practice of the season and tell us: Who’s ready for Gold Rush basketball? 🏀

#GoldRush #XavierBasketball #TeamGold #xula taken in Xavier University of Louisiana by @tmitch_03

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The Gold Rush family is excited to welcome Terrence “TJ” Jones as our new Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach!

TJ’s Xavier journey has come full circle:

•Gold Rush Student-Athlete
•XULA Alumnus
•Graduate Assistant Coach
•Assistant Coach

During his five seasons in the Gold Rush uniform, TJ appeared in 110 games, recorded 418 assists and 211 steals, and helped Xavier capture three conference tournament championships.

After hanging up the jersey, he moved to the sideline—supporting player development, scouting, film study and team operations. Now, he takes the next step as a member of Coach Tyrone Mitchell’s staff.

From player to coach. From freshman to graduate. A Gold Rush for life.

Welcome home, Coach TJ! taken in Xavier University of Louisiana by @tmitch_03

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