The Crosstown Shootout, like any rivalry, is built on a long history filled with star players and standout coaches. Both the Cincinnati Bearcats and Xavier Musketeers have had their fair share of both in the 91 years this rivalry has been going on.
This year’s version will be a bit different. Both teams went through some roster and coaching staff shuffling during the offseason. With Gary Clark, Jacob Evans and Kyle Washington gone for UC and Trevon Bluiett, J.P. Macura and head coach Chris Mack gone for Xavier, its time for the next generation to make their mark.