UC Basketball Coach: Dominate Crosstown Rivalry

0:00On March 26th, University of Cincinnati basketball coach, Wes Calhoun, is ramping up talk about the heated rivalry with Xavier. The Bearcats hold a 52-41 edge in the all-time series, but they've managed just three wins since a 60-45 blowout back. In 2012, earlier this week on a radio show, Calhoun stressed the need for his team to dominate locally and bring back that signature swagger and confidence. This game carries massive weight for Cincinnati's basketball identity, especially after stronger showings in the 90s and early 2000s. Lately though, UC has struggled, with Xavier holding a clear advantage at home, arenas like the Synthesis Center. Calhoun made it clear he wants the Bearcats to instill fear and opponents across Ohio, starting with their cross-town foes, while pushing for deep NCAA. The tournament runs instead of just qualifying. As the match of approaches, this renewed fire could spark Cincinnati's return to running the city on and off the court.