While the Myles Davis suspension remains in a holding pattern, there is some good news on the Xavier front: Tyrique Jones is eligible.
The 6-foot-9 forward has been cleared academically and deemed a full qualifier, giving Xavier another option in the frontcourt. Jones will have a chance to learn from players like RaShid Gaston as he transitions to the college game.
Jones spent last year at Vermont Academy, where the academic inquiries arose. He announced Xavier as his destination in June of 2015.
Said Jones: "I just felt like Xavier was the right fit.