Xavier Musketeers finalize roster additions and preseason schedule
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 2:17 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Xavier Musketeers are preparing for the upcoming college basketball season as they finalize their roster and schedule. The team has added Braden Appelhans from Drake and Nikos Chitikoudis from Robert Morris to enhance their lineup. Xavier will participate in the CareSource Invitational against Dayton on October 7, aimed at raising awareness for mental health. Additionally, they have scheduled high-profile non-conference games, including a matchup with Mississippi State at the Greenbrier Invitational on November 13 and participation in the Battle 4 Atlantis. Filip Borovicanin's eligibility for a fifth year remains uncertain as a court ruling allows him to play pending an NCAA challenge.
- •Xavier adds Braden Appelhans and Nikos Chitikoudis to roster.
- •CareSource Invitational set for October 7 against Dayton.
- •Mississippi State game on November 13 at Greenbrier Invitational.
- •Xavier to compete in Battle 4 Atlantis during Thanksgiving week.
- •Filip Borovicanin's eligibility is subject to NCAA review.
- 2:17 PMYahoo Sports — Xavier Mid-Summer News and Notes
"With the World Cup having dominated the sporting headlines over the summer, Xavier has been building out their roster and beginnings of their schedule as well as getting back to work on and in the court in preparation for year two of the Richard Pitino Era. Roster building Xavier has added two final pieces to […]
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