Athletics Mission Statement

Athletics Mission Statement
     Our primary focus is the education and development of our student-athletes into leaders. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is committed to supporting the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana by providing a safe and motivating environment for student-athletes to compete and excel. The department accepts its role in developing a well-rounded student-athlete that will contribute to a stronger society. We expect and assist our student-athletes to develop academically, socially, culturally, physically, and spiritually in accordance with the University goals.
     We expect student-athletes to lead using a spiritual, moral, and intellectual foundation. The coaches are primarily teachers. They share with members of the faculty the responsibility to educate and train the students entrusted to them. The coaches and staff will teach these values and skills through the use of university resources, campus and community services.
     The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics will strive to be a winner and field competitive teams. We will compete with dignity and class and be a symbol of the high standards of the University. A sound athletics program, consistent with the financial resources available, and the overall academic programs of the University will provide for student-athletes to be successful today and beyond.